This lesson introduces learners to terms of trade. We start by understanding the definition and formula for terms of trade for a country. We look at an example of index numbers used to illustrate a change in terms of trade. A calculation practice exercise with answers. We then look at factors that can influence a country’s terms of trade. Followed by a few exam style questions with video case studies to consolidate understanding of the topic. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to patterns of trade and how trade has changed over time in the UK and other countries such as China. We look at factors that influence patterns of trade with real life examples based on video case studies i.e how China’s pattern of trade has changed as they have become the largest exporter in the world through manufacturing, similarly how UKs pattern of trade has changed into services etc. We look at the breakdown of imports and exports for the UK with great visuals. Some true or false questions and a box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This double lesson introduces learners to the concept of specialisation with an emphasis on comparative advantage. We start by looking at what specialisation is with examples of what some countries specialise in. We then look at a basic example of two countries producing two goods to really break down the concept of absolute and comparative advantage in an engaging way. We then look at this could be illustrated on a diagram. Some short answer exam questions for consolidation. We then look at the assumptions this model makes before having a break. We then look at a case study on Brazil, an exam style question with a model answer to peer assess using the marking grid. We finish off with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This double lesson introduces learners to the world of globalisation. We start by looking at what globalisation is, with examples of the UKs trade with other countries. We look at causes of globalisation such as containerisation and others. Students research the impacts of globalisation on countries, governments, consumers, producers and the environment before filling in any gaps in knowlege on the following slides. We also look at some video case studies of Nike and Apple to better understand the pros and cons of globaslisation. A box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 6x PPTs which can be delivered over 9 lessons and 5x word files consisting of exam practice and activities. 3.6.1 Setting human resource objectives - 1 lesson 3.6.2 Analysing human resource performance - 2 lessons 3.6.3 Improving organisational design - 3 lessons 3.6.4 Improving motivation and engagement - 2 lessons 3.6.5 Improving employer-employee relations - 1 lessons Filled with a variety of activities, real life examples, case studies, exam questions, model answers, marking grids so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their responses before making improvements. Kahoot quizzes and box plenaries to consolidate learning in an engaging way. 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 Note: The purpose of this upload is to bundle it with the rest of the AQA A Level Business year 1 lessons (max 20 per bundle)

Learners are introduced to different forms of employee representation such as trade unions, work councils and employee committees. We look at each, with videos for contextualisation, a research task and 4 mark question with a model answer. A kahoot quiz on various topics from year 1 as this is the last lesson. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

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. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 2x PPTs which can be delivered over 3 lessons (over 70 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 2x word files consisting of exam practice and activities. Learners are introduced to influences on job design such as rotation and enrichment before going onto organisational design. We look at different organisational structures including structures based on product, function, region, matrix, centalised and decentralised. We also look at the human resource flow, focusing on each aspect of the recruitment process. Many examples are given throughout the bundle to help students contextualise. A variety of tasks to consolidate this knowledge through discussions, case studies and more. Exam questions, with model answers and marking grids so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their answers. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 1x PPTs which can be delivered over 2 lessons. 2x word files consisting of exam practice and activities… We introduce learners to labour productivity, turnover, unit labour costs, employee costs as a percentage of revenue. We start with looking at the formulas for each one, with broken down examples to illustrate the concepts. We look at a concise case study with some information on employees and productivity, using this students complete a calculation question along with group presentations on a 24 mark essay based question on labour rentention. After presentations, students can complete the 24 marker, or it could be completed for homework, structure and indicative points are provided to help with peer assesmeents. This is followed by another case study on a construction company, who do things differently, students explore, how they keep their productivity levels up, responses to this could be done in groups and fed back to the class, we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson includes 1x powerpoint. Learners are introduced to the human resource function and the importance of it. We look at various objectives that businesses might set themselves in relation to HR. Real life examples are looked at, an exam style question, discussion and box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 2x PPTs which can be delivered over 4 lessons (around 90 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 4x word files consisting of exam practice and activities. Many sources of finance are covered here, the spec’s required sources of finance plus more, the rationale for this is to develop students wider understanding of the topic. This first double lesson introduces learners to ways of raising capital from within the business (internal). we start by discussing the reasons for why a business might need finance and the different types. We look at the 3 main types of internal finance with their pros and cons, before a short pair research task to apply and consolidate. We then look at a concise case study of a firm that requires capital but wants to only use internal finance - a 16 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. A box plenary to finish with. The second double lesson introduces learners to the various external sources of finance, building on from internal finance. We start by recapping the reasons for finance, then go through each one with their pros and cons. A brief case study on Dr. Dre’s beats and share capital with a 4 mark question and model answer provided. 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 16 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 lesson personally. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

3.5.2 Analysing financial performance 3.5.4 Making financial decisions: improving cash flow and profits This set of resources includes 5x PPTs which can be delivered over 9 lessons (around 200 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 20x word files consisting of calculation, exam practice, games and answer sheets. Learners are introduced to revenue and costs first, as this is the foundation for the rest of the unit. We then look at budgets, cash flow forecasts, break even and finally profitability. Lots of calculation activities with answers as well as exam questions. We also look at how to improve cash flow and profitability, which comes under 3.5.4, however this bundle has both 3.5.2 and 3.5.4 due the close link. Many real life examples are given throughout the bundle to help students contextualise. A variety of tasks to consolidate this knowledge through discussions, calculation practice, case studies and more. Exam questions, with model answers and marking grids so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their answers. Lots of kahoot quizzes and box plenaries to summarise learning at the end of lessons. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

Learners are introduced into the world of financial objectives, we look at the important distinction between cash and profit before looking at the range of financial objectives set by businesses such as, revenue, cost and profit objectives, cash flow objectives, return on investment objectives. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 2x PPTs which can be delivered over 3 lessons (around 50 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 1x word file of an exam style case study and question. Learners are introduced to the world of inventory management and supply chains. We look at ways to match supply to the demand i.e through outsourcing or temporary and part time work. We also look at inventory control charts and factors that make a good reliable supplier. Many real life examples are given throughout the bundle to help students contextualise. A variety of tasks to consolidate this knowledge through discussions, case studies and more. Exam question, with model answer and marking grid so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their answers. A kahoot quiz and box plenary to summarise learning. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 1x PPTs which can be delivered over a double lesson (over 30 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 2x word files consisting of exam practice case studies/questions. Learners are introduced to the meaning of quality in business, and the different quality management systems that are used. We start by looking at quality control and quality assurance, animated images to show the difference between the two processes and their implications, with real life examples from car manufacturers. Knowledge consolidation activities included. Two case studies focusing on the debate between QC and QA, one is based on ZARA and is a 24 mark style question, students can discuss the points first with the structure guidance before attempting to answer the question. The second case study is on Cadbury and can be given for homework or class discussion - model answers provided for both essay questions. A kahoot quiz and box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This set of resources includes 2x PPTs which can be delivered over 3 lessons (over 60 slides of engaging and interactive learning) and 2x word files consisting of exam practice questions. 4.2 and 4.3 have been joined to provide a clearer delivery of the topics i.e. capacity utilisation calculations (4.2) and how to improve capacity (4.3) etc. Learners are introduced to the concept of capacity in business, how to calculate capacity, problems of too low or too high capacity and how to improve capacity. In the next powerpoint we look at, efficiency, unit costs, lean production, just in time vs just in case and labour productivity - calculations and how to improve these aspects in business. Many real life examples are given throughout the bundle to help students contextualise. A variety of tasks to consolidate this knowledge through discussions, research and case studies and more. Exam questions, with model answers and marking grids so students can self/peer assess to identify WWW and EBI with their answers. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you