Hauraki Plains College Hauraki Plains College

Growing your Business

12BUS
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

Successful completion of NCEA Level 1 Commerce recommended for this course or at the discretion of the curriculum leader.


Students will develop an understanding of business theory and practices in a large organisation and learn about how these organisations interact with the market. This course will cover companies in a wide range of sectors including Agribusiness. Current news related to companies, the economy and global issues will be discussed on a frequent basis and related to the class assignments. A hands-on, team based marketing research project will be completed based on an existing product or service.

 


Learning Areas:

Business Studies


Pathway

Making Accounting my Business, Your Business in the Global Market

Career Pathways

Auditor, Office Administrator, Advertising Specialist, Sales and Marketing Manager, Accountant, Accounts Officer, Finance Manager, Debt Collector, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Economist, Management Consultant, Data Analyst, Sales Representative, Bank Worker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Motor Vehicle Salesperson


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Stationery costs only.