Year 10 Business equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions as consumers, citizens and future participants in the economy. The course focuses on practical financial capability, entrepreneurial thinking and an understanding of how businesses are created and operate in competitive markets.
Unit 1: Consumer and Financial Decision-Making
Students examine how individuals make financial choices and explore the factors that influence responsible decision-making. They develop essential life skills related to goal setting, budgeting, taxation, investing and superannuation, enabling them to plan for their future financial wellbeing.
Unit 2: The Startup
Students apply entrepreneurial thinking to generate business ideas and explore the process of establishing a small business using the startup model. They investigate how new businesses enter competitive markets, analyse real-world challenges and consider strategic development across key business functions. Through inquiry and problem-solving, students learn how businesses innovate, position themselves and respond to opportunities.
This course provides a strong foundation for senior pathways in Business, Economics and Accounting, and supports students in becoming confident, capable and financially literate members of society.
This subject provides a foundation for further studies of Business in Year 11 and Year 12. The skills developed may also have application to other (Humanities/ Science/Arts/Technology) subjects.
Assessment: Short Response Exam/Capstone Project
Assessment: Startup proposal - Students develop a proposal for a startup.
Mr Wes Warner
wwarner@mfac.edu.au
