Introduction to Commerce

• • What is Economics
  • Demand and Supply
  • Economic Growth, Inflation and Unemployment
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Global Marketing
  • Marketing and Ethics
  • Contract Law
  • Business Entities
  • Business Entities and Decision Making
  • Cash Budgeting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Revision

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

• Equipment requirements - Audio/Visual equipment

This subject will provide an introduction to the fundamentals of economics, marketing, law, and accounting principles. The subject will focus on the basic concepts and techniques in accounting that apply to business; law with a business context; as well as giving attention to the basic principles relating to economics. It will explore the decisions made by individuals and groups, and the impact this had on wealth, income and everyday living. Students will be shown how to apply basic economic, marketing, legal and accounting concepts to practical situations therefore shedding light on key commercial operations.

Please Note: This subject cannot be used as credit towards a university degree. However, it is designed to enable students to qualify for entry to an undergraduate degree.

Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

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• Written Exercise (30%)
• Final Invigilated Exam (50%)
• Multiple Choice Test (20%)

Current study term: 28 Nov 21 to 27 Feb 22

Next study term: 29 May 22 to 28 Aug 22