Business
Studies
Course
Description:
The
Preliminary Course looks at both theoretical and practical aspects of business
management. Focus areas include planning of a small business, management of
medium to large business finance, marketing and the impact of the global
environment. Students gain knowledge and skills that will enhance their
understanding of the business world and allow them to be better informed
citizens.
Assessment
Schedule:
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Syllabus Weightings |
Task 2 |
Task 3 |
Task 4 |
Task 5 |
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Nature of Task |
|
Extended Response |
Half Yearly Exam |
Extended Response |
Business Research Task 3 Stages |
Yearly Exam |
|
Timing of Task |
|
Term 1 Week 10 |
Term 2 Week 5 |
Term 2 Week 10 |
Term 3 Week 2 Final Stage |
Term 3 Week 10 |
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Syllabus Components |
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Nature
of Business |
25 |
10 |
10 |
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|
5 |
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Key Business Functions |
30 |
|
5 |
5 |
|
20 |
|
Establishing
a Business |
25 |
|
|
10 |
|
15 |
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Developing
a Business Plan |
20 |
|
|
|
20 |
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Marks |
100 |
10 |
15 |
15 |
20 |
40 |