Commerce

Commerce Yr 8 Subject Selection.mp4

Recommended for students who:

  • want to know how to use money wisely

  • are interested in running a business

  • like learning about how the government manages the economy

What is Commerce?

Commerce is a practical subject and vital course, which centres around the acquisition of fundamental skills in the areas of consumer and legal rights, employment, banking and business. It provides a basic core of information and skills for students who are interested in careers in the world of finance, journalism, real estate, law, government and business. It develops student’s abilities to research information, apply problem-solving strategies and evaluate options in order to make informed and responsible decisions as individuals and as part of the community.

What will I learn in Commerce?

  • about the development and importance of money

  • about the role of the consumer and how the consumer is protected by governments

  • why and how businesses exist, and relationships between consumers, businesses and government

  • earning an income and how to budget for the effective use of income

  • how to run a business

  • the place of government – its functions, responsibilities and effectiveness

  • the importance and use of commercial records


The topics covered include:

  1. Consumer and Financial Decisions

  2. The Economic and Business Environment

  3. Promoting and Selling

  4. Running a Business

  5. Travel

Course fees

No set cost but excursions may have a fee