ROCE, Gearing & Current Ratio Analysis - A-Level Business - Lesson Powerpoint (1/3)

Understanding financial ratios is a fundamental skill for A-Level Business students, helping them assess business performance and make informed decisions. This lesson provides a structured and accessible introduction to three essential ratios: Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), Current Ratio, and Gearing. Through clear explanations, interactive activities, and scaffolded resources, this lesson builds a strong foundation for future financial analysis.

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What’s Included in This Lesson?

✔ Concise Explanations: Clear, structured notes that break down each ratio, explaining its purpose, calculation, and business significance in a way that’s easy to grasp.

✔ Targeted Activities: Individual exercises designed to reinforce understanding of each ratio, leading to a cumulative end-of-lesson activity to consolidate learning.

✔ Scaffolding Resources: A cheat sheet to support students in tackling calculations and applying ratios, alongside full answer sets for each task to support self-assessment and independent learning.

✔ Complete Teaching Pack: A fully prepared lesson PowerPoint, worksheet for the final activity, and a cheat sheet for quick reference, ensuring teachers have everything they need for an engaging and effective lesson. Answers included.

This resource is ideal for A-Level Business teachers looking for a well-structured, accessible, and exam-relevant lesson that helps students move from understanding financial ratios to confidently applying them in business scenarios.

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