2017 School Magazine

YEAR 11 ECONOMICS

The Year 11 Economics program has been a highly enjoyable and informative experience. Economics is a subject available only to senior students, and thus the Year 11 economics course provides a novel and unique learning opportunity to all those who choose to pursue it. The course also provides an insight into real world issues and applications which students would otherwise perhaps not be aware. Examples of this kind of learning for the real world include the assessment of the level of government intervention in a modified market economy in Term II, and the case study of the Australian supermarket duopoly in Term III, building on the study of market structure in Term I, which encapsulates the market mechanism that plays into our everyday lives. The open classroom environment which enables stimulating discussion also makes Economics a worthwhile and fulfilling subject to pursue. Additionally, because of the breadth of the subject, studying economics provides a broad scope of knowledge and insight into the world of economics which pervades our everyday life. CAITLIN EDWARDS (11B)

YEAR 12 ECONOMICS

began working through conversation surrounding the causes and effects of income inequality and poverty in our societies. Students have also explored trade patterns, theories and policies that have shaped Australia as it is today. As well as all of these extensive topics, students have been challenged to apply their knowledge of economic theory to reality, working through hypotheticals and forming their own social and political opinions all the while. Despite its challenging and expansive subject matter, Economics perseveres as one of the most enriching subjects. Not only does it educate students on the realities of the world around us and the societal problems we will have to face in the future, it allows students the space to discuss, plan, theorise, extrapolate and form opinions integral to our becoming intelligent and resilient young women. Economics brings its students a greater, deeper understanding of the world around them and the reasons people do what they do. As such, Economics in 2017 has been thought- provoking, comprehensive and engaging, and its students have been equipped with the skills they need to succeed, ensuring that the future of the economic world is in safe hands. ELLEN WILSON (12L)

This year, Year 12 Economics students have been tirelessly working through wide-ranging, complex economic issues and theories. In the beginning of the year, students were thrown into the intricacies of macro-economics, learning about the cyclical patterns of our economies and the policy tools to manage the unruly peaks and troughs of those cycles. Following this, students

YEAR 12 ACCOUNTING

Studying Accounting in year 12 has been a challenging but rewarding experience. This year we undertook an in-depth study of inventories, end-of-period reports, cash budgets and cash flows, learnt how to use MYOB (accounting software used in real-world businesses) and wrote reports on fraud in Australian businesses and on an analysis of financial reports. In some of theses areas we spent time learning advanced applications of Microsoft Excel which I found particularly useful, as I was able to apply my knowledge of excel in other subjects. These studies have provided an excellent foundation for studying accounting at a university level, and have enabled us to engage with and participate more effectively with business concepts in our everyday lives. As an accounting student I was given the opportunity to attend an event organised by Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand called ‘Meet the Business Leader’. During this event I was able to ask a panel of business leaders in top management positions questions, as well as converse with recent graduates employed in business areas. Attending this event opened my eyes to the diverse range of career options available in business.

Concluding my second year of studying Accounting, I now understand that Accounting as a senior subject is not just for future accountants or students who wish to study business, but has helped us develop logical reasoning, problem-solving and effective communication skills that will be valuable whatever our futures may entail. EMMA MACBETH (12G)

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