This lesson introduces learners to ethics - always a good topic to stimulate provoking discussions. We start by looking at what ethics involves, we look at some real thought provoking case studies with Primark and Bangladesh’s factories, Apple and Foxconn’s sweatshops. A 12 mark question with a concise model answer to peer assess with and a debate task acting for and against firms that are unethical. We finish by looking at the effects of firms on the environment. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the extent of which MNCs actions can be controlled. We start with the some examples of significant actions by MNCs which would require intervention. We then look at reasons for how they can and cannot be controlled. A concise case study and video on the BP oil spill, students attempt a 12 mark question, structure guidance is given and a concise model answer to help students with developing contextual skills. We finish the course with a good old box plenary! Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you and I hope your class enjoys Theme 4 and that you save some time!

This lesson introduces learners to trading blocs, we start by looking at the history of european union and how it started in 1973. We look at other trade blocs then discuss the advantages and disadvantages of trading bloc. We look at a case study on the creation of the RCEP trade bloc, a concise case study and a 10 mark question, structure guidance is provided and a model answer to help students when peer assessing to build important exam skills. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the factors which make a firm globally competitive. We start by looking at the impact of changes in exchange rates and how this can affect the competitiveness of firms even though it is out of their control. We then move onto factors that are more in their contrl such as differentiation and trying to gain low cost competitiveness through economies of scale. A concise case study on China’s toy factories as they manufacture most of the toys in the world, students answer a question on how their competitiveness might affect UK firms in the same industry, and to what extent. Structure guidance and concise model answer to aid in peer assessing. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 1x ppt, 4x word files and can be delivered over 2-3 lessons and introduces learners to the importance of business planning. We start by looking at what’s included in a business plan and the purpose of creating one, a group matching cards activity to consolidate the contents of the business plan. This is consolidated with activities. Students then have the opportunity to develop a business plan, a template is provided which can be shared with them on the computers. Extra structure for this activity can be given with the different businesses provided so students have a particular focus. a 12 mark question on business planning, with structure guidance and a concise model answer is provided. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 2x ppts, 3 words files and can be delivered over 3-4 lessons. Learners are introduced to ways of raising capital from within and outside the business. We look at the various types of finance (for this spec) with their pros and cons. We then look at a concise case study of a firm that requires capital but wants to only use internal finance - a 12 mark question on this with structure guidance and a concise model answer for students to use when peer assessing. A peer assessment grid and how it is used by examiners is provided for students to make improves on WWW and EBI. We then go on to consolidating the knowledge with some matching and recall activities before a group activity, students are put into groups and given scenarios that require finance, students decide which sources of finance are most appropriate for scenario and present ideas back to class. Class then decides who the weakest link is (encouraging application and evaluation skills) A case study and 12 mark question on venture capital is included, structure guidance and a concise model answer is provided to help students develop their exam technique. A link to a kahoot quiz and box plenary to finish off with. I have found this to be a very engaging set of lessons personally. Thank you

The new Edexcel A Level Business Theme 4 Knowledge book is here! The ultimate resource for knowledge retrieval for theme 4 - completely aligned with the specification requirements. This resource includes: • Theme 4 knowledge workbook + answer book (interactive PDF) • 15 bright, colourful pages with images to help students make links • 32 areas of the theme 4 spec tested • A traffic light checklist for students at the bottom of each page to use as a revision resource once completed This can be used in a variety of ways, for example: • Send electronically/upload for students to type into rather than print (most cost effective) • Teacher can request this to be printed in an A4 or A5 booklet and hand out to class • Use as homework after each lesson or take time at the end of each lesson to complete the relevant page

**FULL PAPER 1 MOCK ASSESSMENT ** Focused on the topics and quantitative skills identified in ‘Advance information’ for paper 1, however this can be used as a mock for subsequent years. This assessment comes with: A 2 hour/100 mark assessment in exam style and standard - 9 extracts over 10 questions A full mark scheme Interactive PDF and standard version so it can be completed digitally or printed out Relevant and recent case studies based on the high-end watch market and the toy market Specification reference noted on each question for revision purposes Written by an experienced examiner for Edexcel A Level Business Use as a mock assessment or go through questions in class/homework to ensure students have the best pratice for the upcoming exams!

FULL PAPER 2 MOCK ASSESSMENT Focused on the topics and quantitative skills identified in ‘Advance information’ for paper 2, however this can be used as a mock for subsequent years. This assessment comes with: A 2 hour/100 mark assessment in exam style and standard - 9 extracts over 10 questions A full mark scheme Interactive PDF and standard version so it can be completed digitally or printed out Relevant and recent case studies based on the car market and ice cream Specification reference noted on each question for revision purposes Written by an experienced examiner for Edexcel A Level Business Use as a mock assessment or go through questions in class/homework to ensure students have the best pratice for the upcoming exams!

This lesson introduces learners the types of conditions which push or pull countries to operate in different countries. We then go on to look at the difference between off-shoring and outsourcing with examples, pros and cons are discussed. A concise case study on an IT company Xceed is looked at, and why they decide to operate in a different country - this is a good build up to the next lesson where we assess countries. Guidance and some structure is given, then students can look at a concise model answer to help with self assessment Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This free lesson introduces learners the importance of ‘place’ in the marketing mix, with a particular focus on retailing and etailing. Helping students to understand the benefits of each and then applying it. A video case study with a question is included and two 3 mark questions. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you - Please leave a review if you are happy with the download :)

This set of resources includes around 10 lessons, with a mix of activities to consolidate learning as well as exam style question practice with answers. The following areas are covered: 1.1 The role of business enterprise and entrepreneurship 1.2 Business planning 1.3 Business ownership 1.4 Business aims and objectives 1.5 Stakeholders in business 1.6 Business growth All you need - open the powerpoint, run through it, and deliver quality lessons whilst saving precious time. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! - all files in zip folder. Thank you

This double lesson introduces learners to the different types of business ownerships, we look at each with examples, and their pros and cons, with an emphasis on liability. Three 3 mark questions with model answers to help students develop exam technique and the use of connectives early on in the course. A case study with a 6 mark analyse question included. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 3x PPTs which can be delivered over 4 lessons (over 100 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 5x word files consisting of calculation practice questions and a group ratio analysis activity. We start by looking at how financial statements can help stakeholders make decisions before going into the four categories of ratio analysis (profitability, liquidity, gearing and efficiency ratios). In the first double lesson we focus on profitability and liquidity ratios. ROCE is looked at with broken down examples before recapping the GP and NP margin from Year 1 (so ALL ratios are covered). We then look at the current ratio and although the acid test ratio is not required in the AQA spec, students do have the opportunity to understand it here as it can help with evaluation arguments e.g. stock is not a very liquid asset all the time. In the third lesson we focus on gearing, again with broken downe examples and the interpretation of the figures, finally in the last lesson we focus on efficiency ratios of payables days, receivables days and inventory turnover. Lots of calculation practice in this bundle, two companies, JD and Royal Mail where students have the opportunity to carry out ratio analysis, research tasks, true or false questions, debates, kahoot quizzes and box plenaries included. Students will come out as ratio experts! Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

The new Edexcel A Level Business Theme 3 Interactive Knowledge book is here! The ultimate resource for knowledge retrieval for theme 3 - completely aligned with the specification requirements. This resource includes: • Theme 3 knowledge workbook + answer book (interactive PDF) • 26 bright, colourful pages with images to help students make links • 56 areas of the theme 3 spec tested • A traffic light checklist for students at the bottom of each page to use as a revision resource once completed This can be used in a variety of ways, for example: • Send electronically/upload for students to type into on smartphones or computers rather than print (cost effective and environmentally friendly) • Teacher can request this to be printed in an A4 or A5 booklet and hand out to class • Use as homework after each lesson or take time at the end of each lesson to complete the relevant page

This set of resources includes 2x PPTs which can be delivered over 3 lessons (around 60 slides of engaging and interactive learning) + worksheets and videos. In the first double lesson, learners are introduced to the unit, with a breakdown of the exam structure before embarking on the topic of entrepreneurs. We look at some famous entrepreneurs and discuss what the class knows about them already, we then focus on the 7 main characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Some research tasks before going onto the second part of the lesson withs some further activities to consolidate learning. 2 MCQs to test knowledge and prepare students for section A of the R067 exam. In the third lesson, we focus on rewards and drawbacks of enterprise. Box plenaries to summarise learning at the end of lessons. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the various external influences that can impact businesses. We start by looking at the PESTLE factors and what they include, we then look at Porter’s five forces before reading a case study on Morrison’s and the top four supermarkets in the UK. A 10 mark question with structure guidance and a concise model answer is included for students to look at and improve their own answers after peer assessments. To consolidate the PESTLE factors we read a concise fact file on the housing market, students use this information and their own research to find out more about the housing market, and then feedback the PESTLE factors they think are impacting on the housing market. We finish off with a kahoot quiz, the link is included and a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the 5 stages in the sales process, each stage discussed with examples. Two 3 mark questions with model answers to build exam technique. A hilarious video to highlight the importance of customer service, finally a roleplay activity to bring the topic to life. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the causes and effects of change, we start by looking the what causes change, such as changes in size, poor performance and transformational leadership. We then go on to look at the effects of change before looking at a case study on a supermarket which has suddently improved performance after a new CEO joined. A 12 mark question on what caused the change with structure guidance and a concise model answer for students to peer assess with. I have included a peer assessment grid which is similar to how examiners assess essays and this could be a good tool for students to understand what makes a top band answer. A research task and box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you