Course Information

HSC Business Studies. The smart way to prepare for your HSC.

Revision, Exam techniques and the Latest trends

This course will review all of the topics of the HSC Business Studies courses. There will be time for students to clarify theory and concepts that has eluded them up to this point in time. Tips on examination technique will be covered. Ample time will be provided for practice of multiple choice, short answers and extended responses.

This is an end of year exam preparation course preceded by a three-part series covering key areas from within this subject’s syllabus. Other courses include HSC Business Studies Preparation (Part 1), HSC Business Studies Preparation (Part 2) and HSC Business Studies Preparation (Part 3).

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• discuss examination response techniques
• discuss the importance of case study and stimulus questions
• apply theoretical understanding to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.

Content

• H1 The role of business in Australia and globally with regards to: theoretical understanding to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.
• H2 Management strategies in response to changes in internal and external influences with regards to: the importance of case study and stimulus questions.
• H3 Social and ethical responsibilities of management with regards to: theoretical understanding in relation to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.
• H4 Business functions and processes in large and global businesses with regards to: the importance of case study and stimulus questions.
• H5 Management strategies and their impact on businesses with regards to: theoretical understanding in relation to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.
• H6 Effectiveness of management in the performance of businesses with regards to: theoretical understanding in relation to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.
• H7 Contemporary business issues with regards to: examination response technique.
• H8 Information for actual and hypothetical business situations with regards to: examination response technique.
• H9 Business information, issues and concepts with regards to: examination response technique.
• H10 Mathematical concepts in business situations with regards to: theoretical understanding in relation to multiple past questions across the various components of the HSC paper.

(Aligned to NESA Syllabus Reference Points)

Intended audience

HSC Business Studies students

Delivery style

In order to cater for students’ different styles, lessons will have a blend of lecturer instruction via PowerPoint, short answer practice, multiple choice analysis, essay planning, sample HSC question practice and feedback, extended discussion of issues and implications, and analysis of past student responses. This lesson will incorporate both group and individual student participation.

Materials

You will receive a course booklet covering syllabus content and a Q&A booklet (provided electronically using Dropbox).

Bring your own device

You are required to bring your own device. Please ensure it is fully charged as access to power is limited. Please note that the University does not carry any responsibility for your lost, stolen, or damaged devices whilst on the University premises.

Getting Through Your HSC: A Practical Guide

While you progress through this journey and also the conclusion of your schooling life, we know you’ll have a lot on your mind – exams, future study, careers – but remember, while keeping focused on these bigger goals and aspirations, it’s also important not to forget your own health and well-being.

For tips on staying motivated and keeping focused, dealing with anxiety, keeping healthy, relaxation, pre-study exercise and more, read our article Getting Through Your HSC: A Practical Guide.