Factors affecting the choice of business studies in the FET phase in three co-educational independent schools in KwaZulu-Natal
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Authors
Akerman, Lisa
Issue Date
2012-06
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Subject choice , Subject selection , Business Studies , FET , IEB , Independent Schools , Grade 9 , Commercial subjects , Career counselling , Aptitude , Parental involvement
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Abstract
The study population for the research comprised Grade 9 learners attending three co-educational, independent schools in KwaZulu-Natal in order to determine factors influencing the selection of business studies for FET phase. Methodology involved qualitative and quantitative approaches with closed and open-ended questionnaires plus one-on-one interviews. Descriptive statistics were produced and opened ended questions and interviews were examined for trends and influences. Findings reflected wide divergence in factual information, attitudes, and opinions on significant issues such as expected level of difficulty, influence of educators, parents and peers on selection, amount of work required and value of subject for future studies or careers. Conclusions were that there was a lack of completed research indicating a need for future research, greater preparation was required pre-FET level to assist decision making about selection of the subject which should involve parents, educators and input from the business world.
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Citation
Akerman, Lisa (2012) Factors affecting the choice of business studies in the FET phase in three co-educational independent schools in KwaZulu-Natal, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/8742>
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University of South Africa