NCEA Level 2 Enterprise Studies
12EST Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms G. Sangster.
Recommended Prior LearningIt would advantageous to have competency in literacy and numeracy as this course is rich in both skills.
Enterprise studies is an opportunity for students to unleash their inner entrepreneur and experience the start-up world first hand. It is an experiential programme where students set up and run a real business. Each student will form a company, conduct market research, create their own product or service and bring this to market and sell.
Students will:
- Learn about business planning and operations
- Develop a range of personal and business skills
- Consult with and create networks in their community
- Learn how to make informed decisions on the use and management of money
- Have an opportunity to compete in the Young Enterprise Scheme
A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student attempting the assessment.
Course Overview
Term 1
Ideation
Form companies and organise roles
Lean canvas
Market research and product validation
Prototyping
Term 2
Prototyping and production
Dragon's Den / Shark Tank
Promotion and marketing
First opportunity of sales
Term 3
Continue production and promotion
Second opportunity of sales
Reflecting a year in business
Term 4
Wind up
Young Enterprise Scheme regional and national finals
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
NCEA Level 3 Enterprise Studies
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery1x 60 pocket clear files
It is recommended that students pay the following Course Costs if they choose to compete in the Young Enterprise Scheme
Registration per student for Young Enterprise Scheme Competition $35
Travel to Timata - Kick Start Day (cost to be advised – this was sponsored in 2020).
Travel to Young Enterprise Scheme regional and national awards ceremonies if applicable (cost to be advised – this was sponsored in 2020).