BUSINESS & LEGAL SUBJECTS

VCE Business Management - AREA OF STUDY

What will you study?

VCE Business Management examines the ways businesses manage resources to achieve objectives. The VCE Business Management Study Design follows the process from the initial idea for a business concept, to planning and establishing a business, through to the day-to-day management of a business. It also considers changes that need to be made to ensure the continued success of a business. Students develop an understanding of the complexity of the challenges facing decision-makers in managing businesses and their resources.

A range of management theories is considered and compared with management in practice through contemporary case studies drawn from the past four years. Students learn to propose and evaluate alternative strategies in response to contemporary challenges in establishing and operating a business 

Why study Business?

VCE Business Management explores how businesses are established and managed to achieve their objectives. Students examine the systems, processes and management theories that contribute to business success and develop an understanding of effective, ethical and socially responsible business practices.

The study develops students' knowledge and skills to participate confidently as informed citizens, consumers, investors and future business leaders. Students explore how people manage businesses and make decisions in a dynamic and changing environment.

Further study can lead to diverse career opportunities, including small business ownership, project management, human resources, operations and executive management, as well as specialised fields such as marketing, public relations and event management.

VCE Legal studies - AREA OF STUDY

What will you study?

VCE Legal Studies explores the institutions, principles and processes that underpin the Australian legal system. Students develop an understanding of the rule of law, law-makers, legal institutions, the Australian Constitution, the protection of rights and the Victorian justice system.

Through actual and hypothetical scenarios, students apply legal concepts and use legal reasoning to examine civil and criminal matters. They explore how individuals can influence changes in the law and critically evaluate the effectiveness of legal institutions and the justice system.

Central to the study are the principles of justice: fairness, equality and access. Students consider whether all people can participate in the justice system, are treated equitably and can engage with legal processes on an informed basis.

Why study Legal Studies?

VCE Legal Studies provides students with valuable insight into their relationship with the law and the Australian legal system. Students explore how laws are made by parliament and the courts, how they protect individual rights and support social cohesion, and how citizens can participate in and influence the legal system.

The study develops students' ability to research and analyse legal information, apply legal reasoning and decision-making skills, and think critically about legal issues and problems. Students gain the knowledge and confidence to become active and informed citizens who understand how they can contribute to positive change.

Further study in the legal field can lead to diverse career opportunities, including solicitor, barrister, policy adviser, prosecutor, paralegal, legal assistant, education, law enforcement and other roles within the justice system.