13 Business Studies
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs P. Harduar.
Objectives
- Demonstrate an understanding of the internal and external influences on a business that operates in a global context.
- Demonstrating an understanding of a marketing, human resource issues and exporting potential of a New Zealand business.
- Understanding the dynamics of a sustainable and innovative business in a Market Day scenario.
- Understanding the importance of Cultural Intelligence for Multinational organisations especially when exporting to a new market.
Content
- Internal factors within a business that operates in a global context.
- Investigate the export potential of a new/existing product into a new market.
- Investigate an HR issue in businesses.
- Carrying out an innovative and sustainable Business activity with consultation.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Investigate the exporting potential of a New Zealand business in a market, with consultation.
- AS91385 (AS3.7), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 3 Credits.
- Planned partnership with school and students in Norway.
Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity.
- AS91384 (AS3.6), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 9 Credits.
- Business activity worked on throughout the year.
Term 2
Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity.
- AS91384 (AS3.6), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 9 Credits.
- Business activity worked on throughout the year.
- GDC 13BUS Dragon's Den.
Analyse a Human Resource issue affecting businesses.
- AS91383 (AS3.4), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 3 Credits.
- Investigation report on Human Resource issue affecting businesses.
Term 3
Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity.
- AS91384 (AS3.6), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 9 Credits.
- Business activity worked on throughout the year.
Demonstrate understanding of how internal factors interact within a business that operates in a global context.
- AS991379 (AS3.1), External Achievement Standard.
- 4 Credits.
- Case Study of a multinational organisation.
- Derived Grades Exam.
Term 4
Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity.
- AS91384 (AS3.6), Internal Achievement Standard.
- 9 Credits.
- Business activity worked on throughout the year.
Demonstrate understanding of how internal factors interact within a business that operates in a global context.
- AS991379 (AS3.1), External Achievement Standard.
- 4 Credits.
- Revision.
- NCEA External Exam.
Recommended Prior Learning
- A minimum of 14 credits achieved at Level 2 NCEA Business Studies OR
- 14 Merit or better credits achieved in Level 2 NCEA English and 14 credits achieved in Level 2 Mathematics.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $18.00 Workbook.
Associated Costs: $85.00 - $100.00 (approx.) (Excursion, Young Enterprise Scheme programme related costs, start-up capital plus travel costs for the kick start and business pitch day).
Pathway
Business Studies provides opportunities, knowledge and skills development which could be extremely beneficial in any academic or practical situation - whether study or work related. As a Social Science and Commerce subject, the skills learned and practiced throughout this course, are in high demand amongst students, potential employers, and tertiary institutions.
Assessment Information
Term 1: AS3.7 - In class report write up on Export Potential with Norway collaboration (Group research and individual write up) (3 credits).Term 2: AS3.5 - Investigate and in class write up report on an HR issue affecting NZ businesses (3 credits).
Term 3: AS3.6 - Business Planning, Business Activity and Reflection (Group work with individual contributions) (9 credits).
Term 4: AS3.1 - Derived Grade and NCEA External Examination (Individual) (4 credits).
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
This subject is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Business Studies 3.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how internal factors interact within a business that operates in a global context
NZQA Info
Business Studies 3.5 - Analyse a human resource issue affecting businesses
NZQA Info
Business Studies 3.6 - Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity
NZQA Info
Business Studies 3.7 - Investigate the exporting potential of a New Zealand business in a market, with consultation
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 19
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Construction manager, Costs lawyer, Environmental engineer, External auditor, Human resources officer, Logistics and distribution manager, Marketing executive, Mortgage adviser, Retail manager, Sales executive, Systems analyst, Urban designer, Actuarial analyst, Arbitrator, Business adviser, Business analyst, Business development manager, Chartered management accountant, Corporate investment banker, Data analyst, Data scientist, Forensic accountant, Insurance underwriter, Management consultant, Project manager, Risk manager, Stockbroker, Supply chain manager., Sales Representative, Accountant, Auditor, Accounts Officer, Actuary, Administration Officer, Finance Manager, Advertising Specialist, Sales and Marketing Manager, Survey Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Product Assembler, Business Analyst, Retail Manager, Statistician, Building Surveyor, Architectural Technician, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Author, Hotel/Motel Manager, Farmer/Farm Manager, Debt Collector, Property Manager, Building Contractor, Buyer, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Flooring Installer, Table Games Dealer, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Insurance Claims Officer, Event Manager, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Crop Farmer/Manager, Customs Broker/Freight Forwarder, Workplace Relations Adviser, Personal Assistant, Environmental Scientist, Economist, Electrician, Human Resources Adviser, Importer/Exporter, Financial Adviser, Insurance Adviser, Market Research Analyst, Survey Interviewer, Mortgage Broker, Office Manager, Policy Analyst, Private Teacher/Tutor, Purchasing/Supply Officer, Production Manager, Project Manager, Real Estate Agent, Recruitment Consultant, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser, Valuer, Intelligence Officer, Management Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Career Consultant, Security Analyst, Data Analyst, Orchard Farmer/Manager, Dairy Herd Manager, Dairy Farm Manager, Facilities Manager, Digital Marketing, Inclusion Director, Research and Developer,
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Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.