Papanui High School/Coursebook/BUS301

= BUISINESS STUDIES 301 (Full Year) - BUS31F =

TEACHER IN CHARGE: Mr Hart

PRE-REQUISITES A background in Accounting and Economics is good preparation for this course. Maturity and the ability to be a part of a team is essential.

CONTENT The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge and skills to run a small business. Students will work in small businesses throughout the year to compete in the Young Enterprise Scheme, a nationwide competition.

The course is broken down into the following sections:


 * Forming a business
 * Research and development and production
 * Marketing mix and sales techniques
 * Finances

ASSESSMENT YE Certificate. 24 Credit Equivalence at NCEA Level 3.

COST $25 for the Examination, $15 registration fee and a possible investment into your business. If your business turns a profit at the end of the year, the money is split between the business shareholders.

FUTURE POSSIBILITIES A good background to pursue tertiary study in Business and the knowledge to set up and run a small business.

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