Level 2 Business Studies

The aim of this course is to give students an understanding of how business operates as part of the New Zealand economy. Students will also develop skills in preparing and refining a business plan for their own business. They will also carry out market research based on a product. This course will enable students to explain the need for an enterprise culture in New Zealand. The main topics studied will be the following: develop and refine a business plan for your own business entity design, conduct, and present market research for a product explain motivation theories and practice explain the roles and skills of managers and leaders explain organisational culture. explain sustainable (economic) business expectations and practices explain ethical expectations and issues relating to business activities