Business Studies

About this Course

This Business Studies (1st Term) course is designed specifically for JSS1 students aged 10-13. It introduces young learners to the basics of business, helping them understand how businesses work, the different jobs people do, and how goods and services are traded. Through fun and easy-to-follow lessons, you will explore the roles of various departments in a company and learn about careers in business.

What You Will Learn

• Introduction to Business Studies: Get to know what business studies is all about and how businesses help communities thrive.
• Office Basics: Learn what an office is and the important work that takes place there to keep a business running smoothly.
• Departments in a Business: Discover the different parts of a business, such as finance, sales, and customer service, and how they work together.
• Clerical Staff: Understand the role of clerical staff, who help with important tasks like filing documents and keeping records.
• Occupations and Jobs: Learn about different types of jobs in business, and how people use their skills to contribute to the economy.
• Trade and Commerce: Find out what trading is, how businesses buy and sell goods, and why trade is important for everyone.
• Aids to Trade: Explore services like banking and transportation that help businesses trade successfully.
• Direct and Indirect Services: Understand the difference between services we use directly (like doctors) and services that support trade (like transport).
• Continuous Assessments: Test your understanding through quizzes and exercises that make learning fun and engaging.

By the end of this course, you will have a good understanding of the basics of business, the different jobs people do, and how goods are bought and sold. You’ll be ready to explore more about the world of business in future classes!