2 unit
Year 11 and 12
Category
Board Developed Course
ATAR
Yes
Hours Studied
120 per year
Business activity is a feature of everyone's life. As consumers, producers, employees, employers or self-employed, savers and investors and as importers and exporters, people throughout the world engage in a web of business activities to design, produce, market, deliver and support a range of goods and services. Business Studies is distinctive in that it includes the theoretical and practical aspects of business and management which students will encounter in life. Business Studies investigates the role, operation and management of businesses within our society. Students investigate the role of global business and its impact on Australian business. Students develop research skills and problem solving competencies through their studies. This course emphasises the importance of small business to the Australian economy.
Year 11 Course
Nature of Business
Business Management
Business Planning
HSC Course
Operations
Marketing
Finance
Human Resources
NB: It is not necessary that you have studied Commerce if you want to study Business Studies.
Recommendations
Who should do this course?
Students who have an interest in how businesses operate, whether large or small and students who think they may pursue a business career are particularly suited. Students who have studied Commerce in Year 10 are also suitable candidates.
What I need for this course?
In the Year 11 Course there is a research project, investigating the operation of a small business or planning the establishment of a small business
What you cannot do with this course?
None
In a variety of course combinations.
Career options
How will this course help me in the future?
Student who complete HSC Business Studies would have an advantage if they were to pursue a business course at a tertiary level. Business courses are offered by most large tertiary institutions. Many students may pursue a business career as either a manager or owner or part-owner of their own business.