Course Information

Course Description

The Business course develops learners' knowledge, understanding, and skills in various aspects, including in-depth subject content, independent thinking, application of knowledge to different situations, evaluation of information sources, logical thinking, effective argumentation, decision-making, and communication in English.

Course Objectives

The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the nature and significance of business in society. It encourages critical examination of decision-making processes within a dynamic and evolving business environment, fostering a deep understanding of business organisations. Students will explore topics such as business and its environment, human resource management, marketing, operations management, finance, accounting, and business strategy development.

Course Outline

  • Business and its environment
  • Human resource management
  • Marketing
  • Operations management
  • Finance and accounting

 

Student Acquisitions

Upon completing the course, students will:

  • Understand and appreciate the role of enterprise and business in local, national, and international contexts.
  • Develop a critical understanding of business organisations, their markets, and the value creation process.
  • Evaluate business behaviour from multiple stakeholder perspectives and assess their influence on business organisations.
  • Gain awareness of political, economic, social, technological, legal, environmental, and ethical factors that impact or are impacted by business activities.
  • Apply quantitative, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

 

Learning Methodologies

The course employs a range of effective learning methodologies, including:

  • Engaging with in-depth subject content to build knowledge and understanding.
  • Encouraging independent thinking and analysis of business concepts.
  • Facilitating practical application of knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Promoting critical evaluation of information sources.
  • Fostering logical thinking and coherent argumentation.
  • Developing skills in decision-making and strategic reasoning.
  • Enhancing communication abilities for clear and logical presentation of ideas.