Welcome! I am a Business, Economics and Psychology teacher working in London, examining for GCSE & A-Level and providing high quality resources so your students can enjoy and thrive in the study of these beautiful subjects. Positive reviews are much appreciated. School purchase orders can be emailed to zee.tes@hotmail.com - Zee
Welcome! I am a Business, Economics and Psychology teacher working in London, examining for GCSE & A-Level and providing high quality resources so your students can enjoy and thrive in the study of these beautiful subjects. Positive reviews are much appreciated. School purchase orders can be emailed to zee.tes@hotmail.com - Zee
This set of resources includes 1x PPT and 2x word files and can be delivered over a double lesson. We start with a recap of PED as knowledge of this needs to be secure before moving onto YED to prevent future confusion. We look what YED measures, the formula and the different types of goods that exist such as inferior and luxury goods.
Students have the opportunity to practise plenty of calculations on YED, some of which require percentage change to be calculated before calculating YED. All answers are provided. We then go onto look at factors that affect the income elasticity of a good before reading a case study on
Beale’s Bakery which sells a variety of products with different elasticities - a 12 mark question with structure guidance and model answer provided for students to peer assess with.
A link to a kahoot quiz and a box plenary to finish with.
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This double lesson introduces learners to price elasticity of demand - a tricky concept at first but this resource breaks everything down step by step with plenty of calculation and essay exam practice. We start by looking at the concept of elasticity with an engaging Eastenders starter, we learn the key formulas needed to tackle any PED questions before looking at examples of some inelastic products.
Students have the opportunity to calculate PED questions with answers on the board to show how answers are reached. We then go on to look at factors that affect the price elasticity of a product and apply this theory to a Nando’s 8 mark question - structure guidance and a model answer is provided for students to look at before peer assessing and responding to WWW and EBI.
Two links to kahoot quizzes and a box plenary to finish with.
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This set of resources includes 2x ppts, 4x word docs and a number of clips for 2 lessons. Learners are introduces to recruitment and the steps involved (step by step) and students have the opportunity to participate in being interviewed by Lord Sugar (answers by the man himself are given too). Once recruited, we look at what training might need to be delivered and how through on the job vs off the job training, a scenario to highlight the pros and cons of each. A link to a kahoot quiz and a box plenary to finish the first lesson.
In the second practiical lesson, students have the opportunity to participate in the interview process, students are given job descriptions and person specifications for which they should prepare interview answers for. 3 scenarios in total and students will have the opportunity to switch roles to get an experience of both sides.
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This double lesson introduces learners to the types of protection available to consumers in finance, we go through each time with a brief discussion then students independently find out more about each one before going on looking at the types of information that is available. A matching task with answers provided, good for students to have for their notes once completed, answers are provided. 2 mark questions on both topics and a box plenary to finish with.
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This double lesson introduces learners to the various functional areas in business, we look at each in detail with examples of activities each carries out on a day-to-day basis. A context task and exam style question with model answer is provided before doing a box plenary.
In the second part of the lesson we look at how functional arease interrelate and the importance of good communication between departments. We look at a few examples so students get an idea of how it works in real life. Another context task and exam question with answer before finishing with a kahoot quiz.
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This three lesson bundle introduces learners to gross and net profit, gross and net profit margin and average rate of return. All three topics are broken down so that it is very easy for students to see the logic behind calculations and for the teacher to explain.
An activity to draw up the income statement for Ian Beale’s fish and chip shop with answers to go through. Lots of calculation practice for all three topic areas with answers to self or peer assess.
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This double lesson introduces learners to the different organisational structures. Real life examples, a group task to assemble an organisational structure to consolidate key terms such as span of control, chain of command. We then look at pros of cons of the different types of structures including centralisation and decentralisation. We look at how communication is impacted through the different types of structures.
Some 3 and 6 mark questions with model answers to build exam skills.
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This 4 lesson bundle covers:
1.2.1 Customer needs
1.2.2 Market research
1.2.3 Market segmentation
1.2.4 The competitive environment
Filled with real life examples, case studies, questions and modelled answers to improve exam practice.
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This lesson introduces learners to what a stakeholder is, we discuss examples of stakeholders, students consider the stakehodlers of their school, we then go on to look at the different interests of the stakeholders. Some consolidation activties such as matching stakeholders to definitions or a more challenging version included.
Students consider the most important and least important interest for each stakeholder before going on to complete a 6 mark analyse question on Apple. A model answer is given with context highlighted in red - to help students build this important skill. Finally we look at conflicting interests of stakeholders with examples.
A consolidation lesson after where students research a businesses stakeholders and present findings to class.
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This set of resources includes 1x ppt and 4 word files and introduces learners to the different types of profit. We start by looking at a step by step animated example of a pizza shop’s income statement. This is followed by an engaging consolidation activity of completing an income statement for Ian Beale’s fish and chip shop, answers are provided on the board for students to self assess.
We then look at some 4 mark exam style calculation questions, answers provided. We then go on to looking at gross and net profit margins and plenty of calculation practice here with answers popping in on the slide for students to self assess. Students also consider the difference between cash and profit (a very common misconception where students lose marks in their essays). A link to a kahoot quiz on profit and a box plenary to finish with.
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The second part to economic influences introduces learners to the stages in the business cycle and how each affects businesses and consumers, we also look at different types of tax and their implcications. Finally we look at exchange rates and their impacts. Two guided research tasks, a link to a kahoot quiz and box plenary to finish off with.
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This lesson introduces learners to staffing can be approached, we start by considering a popular discussion in this area - on zero hour contracts before considering the difference between viewing staff as an asset vs staff as a cost. We then go on to look at flexible working with its pros and cons before reading a concise case study where flexible working could be vital - structure guidance and a concise model answer is provided to help students with peer assessments and improvements. A box plenary to finish with.
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This bundle for Edexcel’s A Level Theme 1 is the ultimate pack for teachers delivering this course. Updated for 2021 with more engaging and colourful slides to cater for remote learning needs. The highest quality, unrivalled lesson experiences from start to finish.
Filled with real life examples, concise case studies to save time and focus on key skills of knowledge, application, analysis and evaluation. Questions with structured guidance and modelled answers for self/peer assessments - to save your time and to build their skills at the same time rather than just going through theory slide after slide. Please have a look at individual files to see previews.
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Note: This theme 1 bundle has individual lessons uploaded too - the purpose of this upload is to bundle it with the theme 2 to make the Year 1 bundle (due to 20 file limit)
This 8 lesson bundle covers:
A1 Functions and role of money
A2 Different ways to pay
A3 Current accounts
A4 Managing personal finance - 5 lessons divided into borrowing, saving and insurance
Flashcards for learning aim A
Filled with interactive, kinaesthetic activities to consolidate knowledge, concise case studies and model answers for exam skills development.
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This set of resources includes 3x ppt, 14 word files and could be delivered over 6-8 lessons.
Learners are introduced to the different types of profit. We start by looking at a step by step animated example of a pizza shop’s income statement. This is followed by an engaging consolidation activity of completing an income statement for Ian Beale’s fish and chip shop, answers are provided on the board for students to self assess. More consolidation with a question for Arjee Bhargees income statement with answers.
In the second powerpoint, we start by looking what a balance sheet is and what it is made up of including the key terms. Once this is consolidated, we break down a balance sheet into 3 stages to simplify understanding this. Plenty of practice for students to make their own balance sheets as well as with a template first - answers for all questions provided on the powerpoint.
In the third powerpoint, we’re focusing on cash flow forecasts and how to construct a cash flow forecast from scratch step by step (although this isn’t required it helps understand the topic well). Students then go on to consolidate this by creating a cash flow forecast for Ian Beale’s fish and chip shop, some further calculation practice followed.
This is followed by a 12 mark question on cash flow forecasting based on Ian Beale’s forecast. Structure guidance and concise model answer for students to peer assess with. Two links to kahoot quizzes on the topic and a box plenary to finish with.
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This 4 lesson bundle covers:
B1 Purpose of researching information to identify the needs and wants of customers - 2 lessons
B2 Market research methods and use - 2 lessons
Filled with engaging activities designed to stimulate creativity whilst developing the skills needed to achieve top bands in the assessment foci.
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This set of resources includes 2x PPT which can be delivered over 4 lessons (70 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 3x word files consisting of an essay exam style question and matching activity.
Learners are introduced to the world of stakeholders - their interests, conflicts, how to manage stakeholders and influences on relationships.
This first double lesson introduces learners to the various stakeholders, we start by looking at the different types of stakeholders involved in a business, we then look at their key interests, a choice of tasks on how to consolidate this is offered (two worksheets - matching for lowers and non-matching for more challenge) followed by evaluating the most important interest for each stakeholders. Once students know the interests well, we can start to look at how stakeholders might conflict with each other - a few examples given here.
We read a case study on Unilever, students prepare presentations on whether they should focus on shareholders or stakeholders, this is in the form of an essay question so students could answer it after the presentation as a 25 marker, or for homework. Structure guidance and concise points that would be the main focus of the answer is provided. A box plenary to finish
The second double lesson builds on the previous lesson on stakeholders, now the focus is on resolving conflicts between stakeholders, we look at the influence of different types of stakeholders, some activities to engage students to consolidate this. A 12 mark quetsion on meeting stakeholders needs, structure guidance and a concise model answer is provided , plus marking grids for self and peer assessment. We also look at the consequences of not listening to stakeholders with a task on the controversial HS2 railway. A link to a kahoot quiz and a box plenary to finish with.
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This set of resources includes 1x PPT which can be delivered over 3 lessons and 3x word files consisting of decision tree calculations and exam practice questions.
Learners are introduced to how decisions are made i.e. scientifically through evidence or through intuition, pros and cons of both are looked at. We also look at risks, rewards, uncertainty, opportunity cost and how this could affect decision making as well as influences such as the mission and objectives of the business.
We look at decision trees and break down step by step the construction of them so students can grasp this tricky concept with ease. Plenty of practice of calculations such as expected value and net gain. A variety of tasks to consolidate this knowledge through discussions, research and case studies. Two exam style questions, with model answers and marking grids so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their answers.
A link to a kahoot quiz and a box plenary to finish with.
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This set of resources includes 1x PPTs which can be delivered over 2 lessons and 1x word file of a case study and exam practice question.
This double lesson introduces learners to motivation, we look at both the four theories and the variety of ways to motivate in practice. We start with looking at the four theorists, step by step with discussion, a short case study to apply the knowledge with answers on the powerpoint.
We then go onto look at financial and non financial methods of motivation before looking at a case study of a company that has been voted as one of the best places to work - we investigate what makes it such a good place to work, a 24 mark question based on this with structure guidance and a model answer provided.
Two links to kahoot quizzes and a box plenary to finish with.
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The new Edexcel A Level Business Theme 2 Interactive Knowledge book is here! The ultimate resource for knowledge retrieval for theme 2 - completely aligned with the specification requirements.
This resource includes:
• Theme 2 knowledge workbook + answer book (interactive PDF)
• 23 bright, colourful pages with images to help students make links
• 47 areas of the theme 2 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