3 x PPT and revision notes examining stakeholder interests/power/mapping for the new specification

The role of Marketing Planning PPT

Handys Shamrock organisation. A Level/IB Business. HR.

Cost, output, volume targets AS/A2 Business. Operational Strategy.

PPT Introduction to the External Environment

This set of 6 resources includes : A student friendly 2 sided specification in order to identify easily which parts of the specification are being assessed when examining exam style questions in class or at home. A grid of the year 1 key terms that can be used for class and homework with a focus on memory for learning, for example as revision students need to colour code the key terms against the 6 units of work (topics 1-6) in year 1 or identify which key terms they think are relevant to set questions/tasks. A 9 mark question example plan for an actual past paper question. A 16 mark question example plan for an actual past paper question. a planned 16 mark question with answers linked to the specification. A guide as to how to write an excellent decision/judgment/final evaluation.

A detailed feedback proforma specific to the new linear AQA Business specification (page 2 can be adapted to any exam boards assessment objectives). This feedback structure/framework is for both students to reflect and for teacher feedback. It also includes next steps.

Powerpoints and activities for topic 1.4.1 : The options for start-up and small businesses The concept of limited liability: ● limited and unlimited liability ● the implications for the business owner(s) of limited and unlimited liability. The types of business ownership for start-ups: ● sole trader, partnership, private limited company ● the advantages and disadvantages of each type of business ownership. The option of starting up and running a franchise operation: ● the advantages and disadvantages of franchising

1.5.1 Business stakeholders (powerpoints, notes and activities) Who business stakeholders are and their different objectives: ● shareholders (owners), employees, customers, managers, suppliers, local community, pressure groups, the government. Stakeholders and businesses: ● how stakeholders are affected by business activity ● how stakeholders impact business activity ● possible conflicts between stakeholder groups.

Powerpoints, activities, and ICT task and assessment homework for the topic of: Business plans The role and importance of a business plan: ● to identify: the business idea; business aims and objectives; target market (market research); forecast revenue, cost and profit; cash-flow forecast; sources of finance; location; marketing mix. The purpose of planning business activity: ● the role and importance of a business plan in minimising risk and obtaining finance.

AQA A Level Paper 1 Specimen Paper (AQA site) Some industries are dominated by a few large businesses. Analyse how these large businesses might increase their profits by influencing one of Porter’s five forces. [9 marks] Answer plan/framework Markscheme available online.

Additional specimen paper question (eaqa) Paper 1 Year 2 Given the increasing levels of competition in many markets, does this mean that businesses in these markets that are trying to maintain profits must set increasing efficiency as their main operational objective? Justify your answer. [25 marks] Essay plan.

Two year concept based scheme of work for new specification starting teaching in Sept 2014. Arranged into 6 themes rather than functional area.

Year 10 GCSE

Efficiency in Operations-Costa Coffee Case Study

Presentation discussing stakeholder power and influence

PED Tesco case study and questions AS/A2 Business /Economics

A Powerpoint outlining the 4 main leadership styles for AQA A Level linear Business (can be used for other exam boards). Two activities one individual and one group work which are: -Ryanair leadership case study and tasks including identifying Michael O'Leary's leadership style/characteristics/strengths and weaknesses in relation to current events -Group activity in which group members research a different leader each and feedback on findings

2 x PPT discussing working capital/cycle/improving WC/activities

New specification 7131/7132