Secondary : Business Studies (215)

BY
National Institute of Open Schooling via Swayam

Learn about the basic concepts of business and business organizations through this open online course.

Mode

Online

Duration

24 Weeks

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
number of course credit 10

Course overview

The Secondary: Business Studies (215) Certification Course is a massive open online course that introduces learners to the basics of business. The course is administered by Ms. Anshul Kharbanda of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). The secondary level course constitutes 7 modules that are taught on the interactive online platform, Swayam.

The Secondary: Business Studies (215) Certification by Swayam provides learners with knowledge of different forms of business organizations, concepts and techniques in business, and career opportunities in the field of business. The course will be delivered through video lectures and reading materials supported by project work and case study approaches.

The highlights

  • Certificate of completion
  • 24 weeks duration
  • 10 credit points
  • Interactive platform
  • Reading materials 
  • Video lectures
  • Assignments
  • Peer discussion forums
  • School-level

Program offerings

  • Certificate of completion
  • 24 weeks duration
  • 10 credit points
  • Interactive platform
  • Reading materials
  • Video lectures
  • Assignments
  • Peer discussion forums
  • School level

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

NIOS

Who it is for

  • The course is designed for anyone interested in learning the concepts of business.

What you will learn

Business management

After completing the Secondary: Business Studies (215) Certification Classes, you will gain insights into the following topics:

  • Introduction to business
  • Forms of business organizations 
  • Service sectors
  • Buying and selling
  • Distribution techniques in business
  • Consumer awareness
  • Career opportunities in business and management

The syllabus

Week 1

  • Nature and Scope of Business

Week 2

  • Nature and Scope of Business(Contd..)

Week 3

  • Industry and Commerce

Week 4

  • Forms of Business Organization

Week 5

  • Cooperative Societies and Joint Stock Companies

Week 6

  • Cooperative Societies and Joint Stock Companies (Contd...)

Week 7

  • Transport Service

Week 8

  • Warehousing

Week 9

  • Communication Services

Week 10

  • Postal and Courier Services

Week 11

  • Banking Services

Week 12

  • Insurance Services

Week 13

  • Insurance Services (Contd..)

Week 14

  • Outsourcing

Week 15

  • Purchase and Sale

Week 16

  • Channels of Distribution

Week 17

  • Retail Trade

Week 18

  • Advertising

Week 19

  • Sales Promotion and Personal Selling

Week 20

  • Rights and Responsibilities of Consumers

Week 21

  • Rights and Responsibilities of Consumers (Contd..)

Week 22

  • Consumer Protection

Week 23

  • Choosing a Career

Week 24

  • Choosing a Career (Contd..)

Week 25

  • Entrepreneurship

Week 26

  • Project Work

Admission details

Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Secondary: Business Studies (215) Online Course:

Step 1: Click on the URL given below -https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nos21_sc08/preview

Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in" or "Register" option at the right hand top corner of the page.

Step 3: A new page opens and you can choose to sign-in or sign-up with your username and password to proceed.

How it helps

The Secondary: Business Studies (215) Certification Benefits are given below:

  • The course helps learners develop business skills and understand its practical applications in real life.
  • The Secondary: Business Studies (215) Certification syllabus helps learners understand different processes and new developments in business like e-commerce.
  • The course rewards learners with a valid certification in business studies to the students.

Instructors

Ms Anshul Kharbanda

Ms Anshul Kharbanda
Academic Officer
NIOS

Other Bachelors, Other Masters

FAQs

Does the course provide me with placement support?

No, the Secondary: Business Studies (215) Training does not extend placement support to students.

Does the course offer credit points?

Yes, the course has a total of 10 credit points.

In how much time can I complete the course?

The course can be completed within a duration of 24 weeks.

Which platform runs the course?

The Secondary: Business Studies (215) Online Course is available on the Swayam online portal.

Which institution is providing the course to students?

The course is provided by the faculty of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).

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