Commerce
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| Subject Name: | Commerce |
| Level of Study: | Year 10 |
| Length of Course: | Semester or Year |
| Mandatory / Elective: | Elective |
Pre-requisites
What will be in the course?
Year 10 Commerce explores Australia’s economic, legal and financial world and the ways in which households, businesses and government’s make decisions that affect the allocation of scarce resources both nationally and globally. Students receive an introduction to how the economy operates, as well the role of the government in dealing with issues. Key concepts of the legal system will be studied with reference to past and contemporary events. Students will gain an understanding of financial literacy through the MoneySmart program, as well as participation in organized competitions and games.
They develop knowledge and understanding of financial information and transferable skills that enable them to contribute to society. Students will learn the importance of money in an economy, personal finance and how credit and debt impact young people. Students investigate and analyse real-world economic, legal and business issues to develop problem solving, collaboration and critical thinking skills. This will enable them to be better placed to successfully participate as adults in economic and business activities which helps them to improve their future financial well-being.
Year 10 Commerce is an excellent choice for students who wish to study Accounting, Economics, Legal Studies, Geography, or Business Innovation in Years 11 and 12.