Business Day

Jemima Dillion, Year 11, Plenty Campus

On Friday 16 August, our Plenty Campus VCE business management students had the opportunity to demonstrate and use their knowledge from class, to design, manage and operate a ‘business’ for a day. The students managed a range of different business initiatives, which included selling slime, stickers, hosting raffles, guess the lolly jar competitions and a basketball shootout.  The students worked collaboratively in groups for almost a month, to create engaging, fun and successful businesses. The businesses were available to both primary and secondary students, with some profiting anywhere between 75 dollars to almost 400. One student who ran a business will also discuss the activity from an insider perspective.

Eknoor Ratoul, Year 11, Plenty Campus

'The business day was a valuable experience, and our group’s efforts led to a profit of $377. Business day allowed us to explore the dynamics of running a business, from planning to execution. Each of us contributed $20, which we used to purchase supplies for the day. 

After researching what was popular among primary and high school students, our group decided to sell stickers and croc charms. We chose croc charms and stickers of cartoons and other things that are popular amongst the younger primary students, such as Spider-Man croc charms and floral stickers. This decision resulted in the success of our business, especially as our primary customers were younger students, who really engaged with our products. Our research paid off, as we were able to cater to their interests and preferences effectively.  

After all members were given their $20 back, there was a total of $297 profit. Donating this money added a meaningful layer to the experience, reminding us that business can also have a positive impact on the community. This day taught us valuable lessons in business planning, teamwork, market research, and the importance of giving back.'

Paru Sreena Rajesh, Year 11, Plenty Campus

On the 18th of September the Ivanhoe Business Initiatives (IBI) new project called Relay for Life will be coming to fruition!  

It will be held on the 18 September on the oval from the times of 3.30 to 9pm as well as it being a free dress day. Students and Staff are encouraged to wear Indigo, Purple, White and yellow in recognition of the Cancer Council work and to show solidarity to beat this cruel disease that has such a grasp on society!  

IBI meeting from Thursday the 28 August finalising the Relay Details and execution 

This project has been the work of the IBI for the past few months and is for the hopes to raise money for the Cancer Council. All 4 divisions of the IBI the Marketing, Operations, Finance and the Sales team have poured their heart out into making this work with a project they are passionate about so let us share this passion and the efforts of their hard work and make it pay off!

'The IBI has been working hard on the specifics of this project so it is perfect to the miniscule detail with everything being accounted for and thanks to the combined efforts of everyone our hard work will pay off to create an enjoyable day for everyone as well as raising money to kick cancer in the backside!'-Toby, Chief Operating Officer of the Ivanhoe Business Initiative.  

This event is a relay where each house completes a set number of laps to raise money for charity with. There is a $5 entry fee but for that price you get access to a wide range of fun activities that will engage to make sure you have a blast!  

With activities such as soccer, spike ball face painting and a barbeque as well a range of musical performances there that are for the entire day it will be a great time! So, bring your friends down and have some fun while raising money for charity.

The house with the most laps gets house point towards the end of year house competition and wins so bring your house spirit with you on the day. All the proceeds go towards cancer so let us walk together and walk for a cause!  

If you want to get involved in future projects like this to show your entrepreneurial side, your business skills or have fun and raise money for great causes then join the Ivanhoe Business Initiative, come to the meetings every Thursday lunch time and talk to Toby or Ryan to join the IBI team!