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Please check out my quality teaching resources that cover both Business Studies and Economics. I have been a teacher for over 10 years and always aim to produce high quality worksheets, activities and presentations. I have taught both Business Studies and Economics from GCSE to A-Level. Please come back often to see my latest and greatest resources.

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Please check out my quality teaching resources that cover both Business Studies and Economics. I have been a teacher for over 10 years and always aim to produce high quality worksheets, activities and presentations. I have taught both Business Studies and Economics from GCSE to A-Level. Please come back often to see my latest and greatest resources.
Quality Control & Total Quality Management (TQM) - Operations - Business Studies - PPT & Worksheet
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Quality Control & Total Quality Management (TQM) - Operations - Business Studies - PPT & Worksheet

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A detailed lesson on teaching quality control and the benefits and drawbacks of a firm adopting Total Quality Management. The lesson also looks at what makes a quality product , the benefits of producing a quality product and how quality can be measured. The lesson has nice clear theory and includes relevant examples. I have also included a detailed worksheet on the theory covered and other areas of operations. This lesson is perfect for GCSE Business Studies but could be adapted for A-Level Business Studies.
Franchises / Franchising - Pros & Cons of Using a Franchise - Business Studies - AS-Level
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Franchises / Franchising - Pros & Cons of Using a Franchise - Business Studies - AS-Level

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A detailed lesson on franchises. The lesson is targeted for AS / A-Level Business Studies students. The lesson looks at the pros and cons of the franchise model and what it may mean to entrepreneurs and the various pros and cons. The lesson also includes a detailed look at how McDonalds operates into franchising model. I have included a nice starter quiz and a detailed worksheet to help consolidate the learning from the PPT. This lesson is aimed at AS / A-Level Business Studies students but the lesson could be adapted for GCSE Business Studies.
Break Even Analysis - Calculations, Theory & Graphs - Business Finance - A-Level / GCSE
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Break Even Analysis - Calculations, Theory & Graphs - Business Finance - A-Level / GCSE

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A really detailed lesson (that could easily span over 2-3 lessons) on break-even. The lesson looks at the key theory behind break-even and how it is calculated. The lesson has loads of tasks throughout and gets students to complete tables, graphs and formulas to calculate a businesses break-even point. A great lesson includes a student handout which can be printed and used alongside the overall lesson PPT. The lesson includes examples and great revision tips on a potentially difficult financial topic. Perfect for both A-Level and GCSE Business Studies.
Protecting a Business Idea - Patents, Copyrights & Trademarks - Business Studies - PPT - A-Level
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Protecting a Business Idea - Patents, Copyrights & Trademarks - Business Studies - PPT - A-Level

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A nice lesson that looks at the three ways an entrepreneur can protect their business ideas - either with a patent, trademark or copyright. There is theory on each protection method and relevant examples / new stories throughout. The lesson concludes with a nice group work task where students need to analyse he pros and cons of either patents, trademarks and copyrights. Perfect for A-Level Business Studies, but could be adapted for GCSE level.
Economic Efficiencies - Technical, Productive, X-Efficiency, Dynamic & Allocative
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Economic Efficiencies - Technical, Productive, X-Efficiency, Dynamic & Allocative

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This high quality lesson looks at the five main economic efficiencies as listed below: Technical efficiency Productive efficiency X-Efficiency Allocative efficiency Dynamic efficiency Each type of efficiency is clearly explained and uses relevant examples and diagrams. I have included various tasks throughout the lesson as listed below: Starter - Mini Whiteboard Task Economic Efficiency Consolidation Quiz Peer work: Exam Question Analysis Plenary Post-it Notes – Key Economic Efficiency Tips The teacher PPT is 34 slides and will help deliver a top quality lesson. I have also included a streamlined student copy of the PPT and a efficiency test. This lesson is perfect for A-Level Economics.
The Economic / Business Cycle & Money Flow - The Money Supply - GCSE Economics - PPT & Worksheet
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The Economic / Business Cycle & Money Flow - The Money Supply - GCSE Economics - PPT & Worksheet

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This lesson looks at the economic (business) cycle and the money flow in the UK. This lesson looks at the role of the Bank of England and then focuses on the four stages of the economic cycle. The lesson looks at the key characteristics of each stage and how it can impact the economy. The lesson then looks at the money flow and how it can impact the basic flow of income and spending for a consumer. The lesson concludes with exam style questions on the topic. A good lesson for GCSE Economics which could also be used for A-Level.
Reducing Unemployment - Aims to Reduce Unemployment in the UK - GCSE Economics - PPT & WS
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Reducing Unemployment - Aims to Reduce Unemployment in the UK - GCSE Economics - PPT & WS

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This lesson will help students understand the different ways the government aims to reduce unemployment in the UK. This lesson covers five methods the government could use to help reduce unemployment. The lesson also re-caps on the different types of unemployment and the potential impact of unemployment on a country. The lesson aims to cover the following lesson objectives: All: Students will know the different methods of reducing unemployment Most: Students will understand what the new deal system is and who it effects The lesson concludes with numerous tasks. I have included two detailed worksheets that are linked to the lesson and have also included a nice report project where students need to answer the following question: Inequality is a major issue in Britain. What can the government do to reduce inequality, lower unemployment and create a more equal society? This lesson is perfect for GCSE Economics and could be used for A-Level.
AQA GCSE Business Studies: How to Answer 9 Mark Questions & Show Great Application to the Case Study
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AQA GCSE Business Studies: How to Answer 9 Mark Questions & Show Great Application to the Case Study

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This lesson looks at how to properly tackle exam style questions for AQA GCSE Business Studies. The lesson looks at the four key skills needed in the exam; knowledge, application, analysis and evaluation. The lesson is based around an exam case study from Unit 1: Setting Up a New Business. The lesson gets students to complete a SWOT analysis for the case study, highlight key information and answer questions based around the case study. The lesson concludes by looking at a really great structure for answering 9 mark questions. The lesson includes a fun starter quiz that covers a number of topics from the syllabus. I have also included a well laid out and professional worksheet that is used in conjunction with the PPT. This lesson is aimed at AQA GCSE Business Studies, but it could easily be adapted for other exam boards and may also be useful for A-Level Business Studies. A great overall selection of resources that will help students fully prepare for their examinations.
How Poverty & Inequality is Measured - The Lorenz Curve & Gini Coefficient - Lesson 3 of 4
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How Poverty & Inequality is Measured - The Lorenz Curve & Gini Coefficient - Lesson 3 of 4

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This lesson at how poverty and inequality is measured. The lesson focuses heavily on both the Lorenz Curve and how the Gini Coefficient is used to measure a countries poverty and distribution of income. The lesson includes lots of detailed theory, diagrams, examples and tasks. The tasks include a nice gap fill worksheet. I have also included a nice worksheet based on the Gini Coefficient. The lesson concludes with past exam style questions. I have also included a student version of the PPT. This lesson is perfect for looking at poverty and how their is clear inequality in the UK and the World and how it is measured. This lesson is perfect for A-Level Economics and could also be useful for Geography and Business Studies. This is lesson 3 of 4 covering poverty and the inequality of the distribution of income.
A-Level Economics: Poverty & Inequality of Income Bundle
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A-Level Economics: Poverty & Inequality of Income Bundle

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This bundle includes all four lessons that cover the poverty and inequality of income topics in microeconomics. Each lesson includes all key theory and numerous tasks. Lessons included: 1. Absolute & Relative Poverty & The Main Causes of Poverty in the UK 2. How Poverty & Inequality is Measured - The Lorenz Curve & Gini Coefficient 3. Income & Wealth - Inequality, Distribution of Income & Poverty 4. Poverty & Distribution of Income - The Earnings & Poverty Trap - Equity & Equality
Market Research Lesson Bundle - GCSE Business Studies
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Market Research Lesson Bundle - GCSE Business Studies

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This bundle includes three lessons that cover marketing research in a lot of detail. The lessons include key theory, tasks and examples. Lessons in bundle: 1. Market Research - Primary Marketing Research 2. Market Research - Secondary Marketing Research 3. Market Research - Quantitative & Qualitative Marketing Research
Employment & Unemployment - Year 2 A-Level Macro Economics - Whole Lesson
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Employment & Unemployment - Year 2 A-Level Macro Economics - Whole Lesson

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An in-depth look at how unemployment can impact an economy. This lesson looks at voluntary and involuntary unemployment in a lot of detail. Lesson Aim: Students will understand the different types, consequences and impact of unemployment to an economy. The lesson covers the following topics: The Causes of Real Wage Unemployment The Natural Rate of Unemployment Factors Determining the Natural Rate of Unemployment Reducing the Natural Rate of Unemployment NAIRU The Consequences of Unemployment Hysteresis & Unemployment The lesson includes exam style questions, examples, diagrams, a research task and a fun end of lesson game. This detailed PPT will easily last 2 hours and will give students a real understanding of how unemployment impacts an economy.
The Factors of Production (Land, Labour, Capital & Enterprise) - GCSE Economics
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The Factors of Production (Land, Labour, Capital & Enterprise) - GCSE Economics

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This detailed and engaging PPT covers the four factors of production (land, labour, capital and enterprise) and how they need to work together and often be combined. The lesson also covers how the factors of production can be improved and how this can impact firms. The lesson includes lots of engaging tasks, key theory, homework tasks and relevant examples. Main Aim: Students will understand the four factors of production; Land, Labour, Capital and Enterprise. Students will also understand how the factors of production can be combined.
Poverty & The Unequal Distribution of Income & Wealth
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Poverty & The Unequal Distribution of Income & Wealth

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This detailed and engaging lesson covers the key theory behind poverty and how income and wealth is distributed. This includes the different forms of poverty and the impact this can have on an economy. The lesson also looks at pay day loans and how they had a big impact on society – leading to a high mark exam question. The lesson includes many tasks, worksheets, videos and activities throughout. The lesson also includes a nice group work activity to help consolidate the key theory.
Monetary Policy Overview Revison Lesson - A3 Worksheets
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Monetary Policy Overview Revison Lesson - A3 Worksheets

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This lesson helps students complete many tasks linked to monetary policy. The lesson will help retrieve and re-cap on essential theory and tasks. These include data analysis tasks, key theory tasks, exam style questions and diagram questions. This is the perfect lesson to cover after teaching monetary policy. A perfect consolidation lesson.
Stakeholders & Business Objectives - Business Studies - GCSE - Worksheet, PPT & Quiz
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Stakeholders & Business Objectives - Business Studies - GCSE - Worksheet, PPT & Quiz

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A bumper lesson on a typical businesses stakeholders. The presentation looks at the main stakeholders for different businesses and their differing objectives. Stakeholders I have focused on include workers, customers, managers, suppliers, government and the local community. The lesson includes numerous real life business examples with an emphasis on McDonalds. There are also a number of tasks throughout the lesson to help keep students engaged. I have also included a nice worksheet on stakeholders to be used at the end of the PPT. I have also included a nice 10 question multiple choice quiz on stakeholders and other topics as a perfect starter for the lesson. Perfect for GCSE Business Studies.
The Boston Matrix - Product Portfolio - Marketing Mix - 4 P's - GCSE Business Studies
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The Boston Matrix - Product Portfolio - Marketing Mix - 4 P's - GCSE Business Studies

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A nice lesson on the Boston Matrix and product portfolio. Numerous tasks throughout and key theory on the Boston Matrix and up to date examples for each category. Tasks include a nice Apple Boston Matrix sort sheet and a look at market share for UK supermarkets. The PPT also includes a fun 'You Say, We Pay' game for the whole class to help re-cap on key marketing mix theory. Perfect for GCSE Business Studies.
Marketing Mix Group Task - 4 P's - Create a New Drink for Coca-Cola Plus Other Tasks
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Marketing Mix Group Task - 4 P's - Create a New Drink for Coca-Cola Plus Other Tasks

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I like to finish teaching the marketing mix with a fun group task. This PPT includes a nice idea for students to look at the 4 P’s and create their own fizzy drink. They need to look at all elements of the marketing mix and design a new drink. I have also included a similar group task on a new chocolate bar. I have also included a simple marketing mix worksheet students need to fill in after they select a product of their choice. A good few lessons when all marketing theory has been taught. Perfect for GCSE Business Studies.
Operations - Production Methods - PPT & Worksheet - GCSE Business Studies
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Operations - Production Methods - PPT & Worksheet - GCSE Business Studies

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A good lesson that covers the theory behind the main production methods. This PPT covers job, batch and flow production. It also covers CAD, CAM and CIM manufacturing. It also looks at the difference between automation and mechanisation. It has links to a few key videos. The lesson starter asks students to guess how long it takes a computer and robot to solve a Rubik’s cube - with a link to the relevant video. The lesson concludes with a detailed worksheet that covers all the key theory in production. A great lesson that helps cover operations for GCSE Business Studies. This lesson may also be useful for design technology lessons.