This is a 27-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM H of Unit 7 - BUSINESS DECISION MAKING. There are 8 Learning Aims in total and are covered in 8 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There is about 240 minutes worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. The PowerPoint is divided into two main sections: Business Skills and IT Skills. Business Skills - Introduction: Emphasises the importance of various business skills such as problem-solving, innovation, creativity, communication, thinking, and teamwork. Skills and Behaviours: Discusses the necessary skills and behaviours for different business situations, such as dealing with customer complaints, emergencies, and dietary requests. Decision-Making Approaches: Outlines three main approaches used in business decision-making: vision-led, plan-led, and consensus-led. Dealing with Complaints: Provides strategies for handling different types of complaints. Consideration of Risk: Explores the three forms of risk (legal, reputation, financial) associated with making final recommendations or judgments. IT Skills - Creating Appropriate Documentation: Highlights the importance of selecting the right IT tools and software for business documentation. Formal Business Reports: Discusses the different types of business reports and the software used to create them, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and accounting software. Presentations: Explains the use of presentation software and the integration of various media and data into presentations. Graphs & ‘What If’ Scenarios: Describes the benefits of using software packages to create graphs and scenarios for better decision-making. The presentation also includes review questions to reinforce the key concepts covered. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 7. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 36-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM E of Unit 7 - BUSINESS DECISION MAKING. There are 8 Learning Aims in total and are covered in 8 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There is about 240 minutes worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. This presentation is part of the Year 2 Business Unit 7: Business Decision Making course and focuses on Learning Aim E: Understanding the Importance of Managing Resources. The aim is divided into three sections: Human Resources, Physical Resources, and Financial Resources. Human Resources - Staff Requirements. Wages or Salaries. Full-Time or Part-Time Working. Recruitment Process. Training Requirements. Physical Resources - Premises. Equipment Required. Vehicles. IT Hardware and Software. Suppliers and Cost of Equipment. Financial Resources - Sources of Finance. Start-Up and Running Costs. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 7. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 23-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM D of Unit 7 - BUSINESS DECISION MAKING. There are 8 Learning Aims in total and are covered in 8 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There is about 240 minutes worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. The presentation is divided into two main sections: Legislation and Quality Issues. Legislation This section covers the laws and regulations that govern business operations. It includes: Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Rules for safely disposing of chemicals, safety protocols for premises, protective gear, noise levels, and fire hazards. Data Protection Act: Ensures personal data is not shared without permission and outlines eight principles for data handling. Employment Legislation: Covers the Employment Rights Act of 1996 and the Equality Act of 2010, addressing gender pay gaps, national living wage, statutory pay rates, and protection for apprentices. Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects customers by setting rules for refunds, replacements, repairs, and pre-contract information. Quality Issues This section focuses on maintaining and improving the quality of products and services. It includes: Quality Control: Monitoring processes to ensure product quality, such as checking apples for blemishes. Quality Assurance: Planned checks to maintain confidence in business processes and outputs. Benchmarking: Measuring standards against expected outcomes, using reliable sources like government data. Quality Circles: Involving employees in problem-solving and quality assurance. Inspection: Ensuring employees meet service standards set by the business. ISO 9000: Internationally recognized standards for quality management and assurance. Total Quality Management: Involving the whole company in evaluating and improving business practices. The presentation also includes an activity section with a video on quality and questions to engage the audience. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 7. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 27-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM C of Unit 7 - BUSINESS DECISION MAKING. There are 8 Learning Aims in total and are covered in 8 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There is about 180 minutes worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. The PowerPoint is divided into four main sections: Types of Research: This section covers both primary and secondary research methods. Primary research includes sales figures, customer data, surveys, mystery shoppers, and focus groups. Competitor Analysis: This section emphasizes the importance of keeping a close eye on competitors. It discusses how businesses analyze the effect of competitors on their products or services, pricing strategies, location, and the use of comparison websites. Trends: This section explains how analysts search for trends in data over varying periods of time. It covers economic trends, market trends, and social trends, and how these trends impact business decisions. Marketing Plan: The final section discusses the components of a marketing plan, which can be devised in various formats. It introduces the 7P’s of marketing: Product, Price, Promotion, Place, People, Process, and Physical environment. The presentation also includes activities and videos to help understand competitor analysis and the application of the 7P’s in real-world scenarios. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 7. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 65-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM A of Unit 1 - EXPLORING BUSINESS. There are 5 Learning Aims in total and they are covered in 5 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There are about 24 hours’ worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. This is a summary of the PowerPoint: A1 - The Features of Business: This section covers different types of business ownership, including private businesses (e.g., sole traders, partnerships, private limited companies, public limited companies, cooperatives), public businesses (e.g., government departments), and not-for-profit businesses (e.g., charitable trusts, the voluntary sector). It discusses the legal structures of businesses, the sectors they operate in (private, public, and not-for-profit), and the advantages and disadvantages of each type. Case studies and examples are provided to illustrate the concepts. A2 - Stakeholders and Their Influence: This section explains who stakeholders are and their importance to a business. It covers internal stakeholders (e.g., managers, employees, owners) and external stakeholders (e.g., suppliers, lenders, competitors, customers, government agencies, communities, pressure groups). The influence of stakeholders on business success and how to manage relationships with them is discussed. A3 - Effective Business Communication: This section focuses on the importance of communication in business. It covers different methods of communication (written and oral presentations) and their benefits and drawbacks. The role of communication in aiding business success, including the use of social media and virtual communities, is highlighted. The presentation includes various activities, case studies, and examples to help students understand and apply the concepts discussed. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 1. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 39-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM B of Unit 1 - EXPLORING BUSINESS. There are 5 Learning Aims in total and they are covered in 5 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There are about 15 hours’ worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. This is a summary of the PowerPoint: Business Structure and Organisation This section delves into various organisational structures and their features, including: Hierarchical Structure: Tall and thin structures with many levels of hierarchy and narrow spans of control. Flat Structure: Few levels of hierarchy with wide spans of control. Matrix Structure: Teams from different functional areas work on specific projects. Holocratic Structure: Authority and responsibilities are shared among the workforce. It also discusses functional/operational areas within a business, such as Human Resources, Research and Development, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Production and Quality, Finance, Customer Service, IT, and Administration. Aims and Objectives This section focuses on the aims and objectives of businesses in different sectors: Private Sector: Objectives include making profits, profit maximisation, break-even, survival, growth, and market leadership. Public Sector: Objectives include service provision, cost control, value for money, service quality, and meeting government standards. Not-for-Profit Sector: Objectives include education, housing, alleviating poverty, and healthcare. It also explains the importance of SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-constrained) objectives and provides examples. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 1. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 114-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM C of Unit 1 - EXPLORING BUSINESS. There are 5 Learning Aims in total and they are covered in 5 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There are about 32 hours’ worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. This is a summary of the PowerPoint: External Environment Political Factors: Discusses government support, regulation, and the impact of trading communities like the European Union. Economic Factors: Covers topics such as GDP, inflation, exchange rates, interest rates, taxation, and government spending. Social Factors: Examines demographic changes, urbanisation, migration, and changing consumer tastes. Technological Factors: Looks at technological changes, automation, communication, and the growth of e-commerce. Environmental Factors: Discusses the environmental impact of business activities and how businesses respond with environmentally friendly policies. Ethical Factors: Explores business ethics, including treatment of workers, suppliers, and customers. Legal Environment: Covers legislation affecting businesses, such as competition law and other regulatory requirements. Internal Environment Corporate Culture: Discusses the values and standards shared within an organisation and their impact on decision-making, communication, and workforce performance. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Explores the reasons for and against CSR, including financial, HR, marketing, and operational benefits. Ethics: Looks at ethical considerations in business decisions, including environmental responsibility and treatment of workers, suppliers, and customers. Competitive Environment Competition: Examines the factors influencing competitive advantage, such as differentiation, pricing policies, market leadership, reputation, market share, cost control, and technology. Benefits of Competitive Advantage: Discusses the importance of maintaining a competitive advantage to achieve growth, brand loyalty, and innovation. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the various factors that influence business operations and strategies, both from external and internal perspectives. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 1. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

This is a 26-slide PowerPoint which covers the entire LEARNING AIM E of Unit 1 - EXPLORING BUSINESS. There are 5 Learning Aims in total and they are covered in 5 separate PowerPoints, making it easier to put together a teaching programme for the whole Unit. **Teachers will be required to do no other work. These PowerPoints include questions and activities as well as videos and they have been written by a BTEC Moderator and used with hundreds of students across the years. ** There are about 12 hours’ worth of teaching in this PowerPoint. This is a summary of the PowerPoint: Role of Innovation and Enterprise Innovation: This section explains the development of creative ideas into new products, processes, or services. It highlights different types of innovation, such as product, process, and service innovation, and discusses ways to increase business efficiency and profitability through methods like Kaizen, research and development, intrapreneurship, and benchmarking. Enterprise: This part focuses on identifying opportunities to develop business activities through creative, lateral, and ‘blue sky’ thinking, as well as chance, serendipity, and intuition. It also describes the characteristics of entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. Benefits and Risks Associated with Innovation and Enterprise Benefits: The presentation outlines various benefits of innovation and enterprise, including improvements to products, processes, services, and customer experience, business growth, development of new niche markets, offering unique selling points, improved recognition and reputation, and smarter working. Risks: It also addresses the potential risks, such as failing to meet operational and commercial requirements, failing to achieve a return on investment, and cultural problems like resistance to change and insufficient support from leadership and management. **Please look out for the other PowerPoints which cover the whole of Unit 1. Discounted bundle: buy all PowerPoints and get a discounted rate of 33% off!**

AQA Model Answers Paper 1 - 2020 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 9; words: 2020 This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2020 AQA Politics Paper 1, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. Key topics covered in the model answers include judicial independence, influences on MPs when voting in the House of Commons, and circumstances under which referendums have been held in the UK. Each model answer is accompanied by thorough explanations and analysis, making this resource an essential tool for any teacher aiming to provide their students with the best possible preparation.

AQA Model Answers Paper 1 - 2022 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 12; words: 2940 This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2020 AQA Politics Paper 1, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. Here are the three main questions covered in the document: Explain and analyse three ways in which the media can have an influence upon the outcome of elections: The model answer discusses agenda-setting, framing, and the creation of echo chambers as the primary ways the media influences elections. Explain and analyse three ways in which the official opposition can challenge the government in the House of Commons: The model answer explores Question Time, debates, and committees as the main methods used by the official opposition to hold the government accountable. Explain and analyse three ways in which UK political parties select their leaders: The model answer outlines the selection processes of the Conservative Party, the Labour Party, and the Liberal Democrats, highlighting their unique methods and democratic principles. The document also includes grids for students to fill in their own answers and compare them with the model answers, as well as revision exercises to help them improve their understanding and performance in the exam

AQA Model Answers Paper 1 - 2020 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 11; words: 2623 This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2021 AQA Politics Paper 1, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. The document explains three ways in which the UK’s membership in the EU has impacted its politics: the sovereignty debate, economic policies, and immigration control. Pressure on Collective Responsibility Since 1979: It discusses three ways in which collective responsibility has come under pressure: the rise of individual ministerial responsibility, coalition governments and power-sharing arrangements, and the impact of Brexit. Long-term Factors Influencing Voting Behaviour: The document analyses three long-term factors, other than class, that influence voting behaviour: age, education, and ethnicity. Each section includes a model answer followed by a revision exercise to help students practice and compare their answers with the provided model answers.

AQA Model Answers Paper 1 - 2023 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 10; words: 2767 The document provides model answers and revision exercises for the AQA A Level Politics Paper 1, which consists of three short questions, each worth 9 marks. The answers are written by an experienced examiner and are intended to help students practice and improve their responses under timed conditions. The document includes detailed model answers for the following questions: Impact of Election Results on Government Formation in the UK: The model answer explains how election results can lead to the formation of majority governments, coalition governments, and minority governments, with examples from recent UK elections. Protection of Rights in the UK: The model answer discusses three ways in which rights are protected in the UK: through legislation (e.g., the Human Rights Act 1998), judicial review, and the work of independent institutions like the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). Methods Used by UK Pressure Groups to Achieve Their Aims: The model answer describes three methods used by pressure groups: lobbying, public campaigns, and legal action, with contemporary examples such as Friends of the Earth, Extinction Rebellion, and Liberty. Each section concludes with a revision exercise to help students practice and evaluate their own answers against the model responses.

AQA Model Answers Paper 2 - 2021 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 12; words: 2659; teaching time: 90 minutes approx. This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2021 AQA Politics Paper 2, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. Key topics covered in the model answers include the US Constitution, policy differences between the Democrats and the Republicans, and cultural theory and pressure groups. Each model answer is accompanied by thorough explanations and analysis, making this resource an essential tool for any teacher aiming to provide their students with the best possible preparation.

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AQA Model Answers Paper 3 - 2020 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 13; words: 3046; teaching time: 90 minutes approx. This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2020 AQA Politics Paper 3, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. Key topics covered in the model answers include socialism and equality, liberalism and the state, and conservatism and the economy. Each model answer is accompanied by thorough explanations and analysis, making this resource an essential tool for any teacher aiming to provide their students with the best possible preparation.

AQA Model Answers Paper 3 - 2021 - Short Questions (all 3) Pages: 14; words: 3244; teaching time: 90 minutes approx. This document is an invaluable resource for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2021 AQA Politics Paper 3, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks. The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively. Key topics covered in the model answers include socialism and the state, liberalism and human nature and conservatism and the role of the individual. Each model answer is accompanied by thorough explanations and analysis, making this resource an essential tool for any teacher aiming to provide their students with the best possible preparation.

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