Level 1 Financial Literacy
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Kamini Singh.
Ākonga will learn how participants in the economic world make decisions, and they will analyse how these decisions impact on sustainability. They will learn that decision making is necessitated by scarcity, and that decisions are informed by a variety of cultural perspectives and lenses. Learning and assessment will examine Māori, Pacific, and other approaches to commerce, and business models from whānau and organisation contexts.
Equipment/Stationery
Students are required to purchase from the College the workbooks relating to this course.
The cost is approximately $25. Students can also purchase a revision workbook in Term 4 for $17 (optional
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic employment rights and responsibilities, and sources of information and/or assistance
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Explain taxation and other deductions relating to personal income
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Perform income-related calculations for personal finances
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Interpret and confirm accuracy of personal financial documents
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Produce a budget to manage personal finances
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Describe credit and debt and their impacts on personal finances
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Produce a household budget, set a financial goal and review and adjust the budget to achieve the goal