Commerce is the study of consumer, financial, economic, business, legal, political and work issues. It provides the knowledge, understanding, skills and values that form the foundation on which young people make sound decisions. Commerce builds financial literacy, critical thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset, while incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives and preparing students to navigate a changing, global economy as ethical and responsible citizens.   

Core topics  

• The consumer and financial environment 

• The economic environment 

• The business environment 

• The legal and political environment 

• The work environment 

Option topics 

• Our economy 

• Running a business 

• Promoting and selling 

• Investing 

• Law in action 

• Political and community involvement 

• The travel consumer 

• Towards independence 

• School developed option