This is the first book in the new series of Foundation Business Studies, written specifically for the Competence-Based Curriculum. The course book is intended for use by Grade 7 learners, who will be equipped with business competencies such as critical thinking, communication, problem solving, creativity, digital and financial literacy and networking. These are considered necessary for personal life and business in general. This course book has been written by authors who have vast experience in the teaching and examination of Business Studies.

The unique strength of the book lies in the following areas:

-Adequate coverage of CBC concepts and skills with a strong activity orientation to promote self-study and ease of use.

- A variety of approaches such as group activities, debates and exposure from experts, which will help to show the link between school and real life.

-It is good to know’ section to concretize learnt concepts and skills.

-Let us go digital’ to develop and enhance digital literacy

-A variety of exercises that test the understanding of every concept and skill learnt.

-A separate comprehensive Teacher’s Guide.

-Designed with special reference to learners with different learning abilities.