Level 2 Business Studies
L2BST Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Allen.
Recommended Prior LearningRecommended that students have previously taken a Commerce or junior Business Studies course. This is not essential for entry. A passion for Business is highly recommended.
Throughout the year in Level 2 Business Studies we will be broadening your understanding of different business practices, skills and knowledge, so as to be able to apply these to a variety of business situations. It will build on your existing knowledge, increase your business vocabulary and give you opportunities to demonstrate your level of understanding through the NCEA Level 2 credits being offered. In Level 2 Business Studies on larger business operations, looking at some of the challenges they face and offering suggested solutions using business best practice.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students focus on Entrepreneurship and innovation. Students will focus on Business people and the local business community. Students will start to get ideas together for their own Business.
Term 2
Students will complete Market research on their own Product. They will then conduct a Market Day. The goal is to then refine this for their next market day.
Term 3
Students will run their final Market Day and reflect on what they have learnt running their own business.
Term 4
Students will work on their examination.
Career Pathways
Sales Representative, Accountant, Auditor, Finance Manager, Receptionist, Advertising Specialist, Sales and Marketing Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Retail Manager, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Bank Worker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Property Manager, Buyer, Contact Centre Worker, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Insurance Claims Officer, Communications Professional, Event Manager