Business Studies Competitions

Chelsea Hoang, a year 9 accelerated Business Studies student, came third in the NSW division of the Plan Your Own Enterprise competition, winning a cash prize of $150. This competition is normally entered by year 11 students, and Chelsea’s success follows Max Tosello’s third placing in the same competition last year. Crystal Pham and Amy Pham were also finalists last year.

This prestigious competition required Chelsea to write a 3,000 word business plan on a hypothetical small business, and give a presentation on her plan at the award ceremony. Chelsea’s business plan is called ‘Freestyle’ and is based on selling leakage-proof swimwear suitable for menstuation or incontinence.

Congratulations for your success in this competition Chelsea!

Several other year 9 Business Studies students were also recognised for their achievements in the University of Newcastle Business Plan Challenge. Louisa Chen, Ashley Saipaia, Kevin Luong, Aiden Leong, Victoria Truong, Juha Narimatsu and Brian Nhan received a Certificate of High Distinction. Sascha Craney, Angelica Wilson, Paul Nguyen and Oscar Iwas received Certificates of Outstanding Achievement. Louisa’s entry was deemed to be in the top 20 submissions in the State.

Well done to all participating students!

Caroline Jerrems