The Business Studies – Form I course at TESEA Academy is designed in full compliance with the New NECTA Syllabus, providing students with a strong foundation in business knowledge, entrepreneurial skills, and real-life economic awareness.

This course introduces learners to the basic concepts of business, entrepreneurship, production, trade, and consumer education, helping them understand how businesses operate in society and how economic activities influence everyday life. Through structured lessons, practical examples, and learner-centered activities, students develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills essential for future academic and career success.

At TESEA Academy, we emphasize practical learning, ensuring students can relate classroom knowledge to real business environments within Tanzania and beyond. The course also nurtures positive attitudes toward self-employment, preparing learners for higher levels of education and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the meaning and importance of business in society

• Identify different types of economic activities

• Explain the concept of entrepreneurship and self-employment

• Describe the production process and its importance

• Understand trade, money, and consumer rights

• Apply business knowledge to real-life situations

• Develop basic financial literacy and decision-making skills

Course Content (Aligned with New NECTA Syllabus)

The course covers the following key topics:

1. Introduction to Business

• Meaning of business

• Importance of business in daily life

• Objectives of business

2. Economic Activities

• Types of economic activities

• Importance of economic activities

• Relationship between production and consumption

  
  

3. Entrepreneurship

• Meaning of entrepreneurship

• Characteristics of an entrepreneur

• Importance of entrepreneurship in national development

4. Production

• Meaning of production

• Factors of production

• Stages and types of production

5. Trade

• Meaning and importance of trade

• Types of trade (home and foreign trade)

• Role of trade in economic development

6. Money and Financial Services

• Meaning and functions of money

• Financial institutions

• Importance of saving

7. Consumer Education

• Meaning of a consumer

• Consumer rights and responsibilities

• Protection of consumers

Teaching & Learning Approach

At TESEA Academy, the course is delivered using:

• Interactive video lessons

• Clear notes aligned with NECTA standards

• Real-life business examples

• Quizzes and assessments

• Revision questions and examinations

This approach ensures learners understand concepts clearly and perform excellently in examinations.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Form I students following the NECTA curriculum

• Learners seeking a strong foundation in business and entrepreneurship

• Students preparing for future studies in Commerce, Economics, or Entrepreneurship

Why Choose TESEA Academy?

• 100% NECTA New Syllabus aligned

• Experienced subject teachers

• Student-friendly explanations

• Exam-oriented learning materials

• Affordable and accessible online learning