Rutherford College Rutherford College

Level 1 Commerce

11COM
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr D. White.

Recommended Prior Learning

This is open to all Year 11 students

Commerce

This is an introduction to the business world. Concepts taught include the use of ‘models’ eg supply and demand, financial statements and more. There is a focus on decision-making and problem solving, the sustainable use of scarce resources and interdependence.

The basic principals taught in Accounting, Economics and Business Studies are consolidated to provide students with foundational learning in these subjects. 

Concepts taught include the use of 'models' such as supply and demand and more. 

Learning Areas:

Social Science


Pathway

Level 2 Economics

Career Pathways

Office Administrator, Bank Worker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Building Contractor, Buyer, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Insurance Claims Officer, Community Development Worker, Event Manager, Accounts Officer, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Civil Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, Economist, Game Developer, Payroll Officer, Management Consultant, Data Analyst, Cook, Mining Engineer, Accountant, Auditor, Actuary, Finance Manager, Retail Manager, Statistician, Baker, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Debt Collector, Property Manager, Butcher, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Urban/Regional Planner, Kitchenhand, Chef, Elected Government Representative



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
There are no costs associated with this course.

Commerce workbooks will be provided by the Commerce department, at no charge. These will be distributed to you by your Commerce teacher.



Stationery Requirements:

										

								


				






    

        
Disclaimer

        
Course Selection does not guarantee entry, some courses have credit requirements and/or will be reviewed by the Head of Faculity.
Any Costs, Equipment or Unit Standards are a guideline and may change.

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  
Costs
Rutherford College aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.