Investigate the importance of effective communication in business with this video and activity worksheet combination. The 8 minute explainer video covers: The impact of communication on efficiency and motivation in business Insufficient communication Excessive communication Achieving the right balance in communication Barriers to effective communication The consequences of ineffective communication The supporting activity worksheet contains a communication game called ‘Back-to-Back Drawing: Business Edition’ for students to enjoy whilst testing their own communication skills after watching the explainer video.

Investigate the payback period and how it is calculated in business with this video and activity worksheet combination. The 9 minute explainer video covers: What is the payback period? Why businesses calculate payback? How to calculate the payback period Payback period example Payback period question Advantages vs disadvantages of using the payback period in business The supporting activity worksheet contains 4 separate tasks for students to apply their knowledge of the payback period whilst watching the video and also includes suggested answers.

Watch this video if you want to understand the impact having a reliable sales process has on a business. This video covers the 5 stages of the sales process and how having a well structured sales process can have a positive impact on your business and brand. Throughout the video each stage of the sales process is explained and then an example of that sales process is provided for Apple.

Investigate Market Segmentation with this video and activity worksheet combination. This video explores the common types of Market Segmentation which include: Location Demographics Behaviour Lifestyle Income Applying each segment to Gymshark along the way to investigate how the fitness apparel business went from a start up between high school friends in 2012 to a $1.4 billion brand in 2020. The benefits and drawbacks of Market Segmentation are also explained towards the end of the video. The supporting activity worksheet contains 5 separate tasks for students to apply their knowledge of Market Segmentation. The resource includes an extension task and suggestive answers.

Investigate Distribution Channels with this video and activity worksheet combination. This video covers the three core distribution channels which are direct selling, retailing and wholesaling, providing you with real life examples along the way, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of each one. The supporting activity worksheet contains 6 separate tasks for students to apply their knowledge of Distribution Channels. The resource also includes suggested answers.

Resource information: A 4 minute video which provides an insight into the concept of revenue and examples of how it is calculated in business. A supporting task is also included which allows students to apply their knowledge of calculating revenue based on a scenario for ‘Chloe’s Coffee’ once they have watched the video (inc. suggested answers). Suitable for: This resource is suitable for use in class, as homework, or as part of a blended learning approach.

Investigate business aims and objectives with this video and activity worksheet combination. This video covers what aims and objectives are, financial and non-financial aims and why businesses have different aims and objectives. The activity worksheet enables students to apply their knowledge gained from the video and includes: 11 questions based on knowledge form the video Tables to complete with financial and non-financial aims A creative task regarding a chosen companies aims and objectives A teacher suggested answer sheet

Investigate franchising with this video and activity worksheet combination. What is a Franchise? This video explains what is the difference between a franchisor and franchisee, along with the advantages and disadvantages of operating a franchise. Examples are provided throughout from McDonald’s to show the benefits and drawbacks of running a successful franchise. The cost of running a franchise along with the fees involved are also discussed. The supporting activity worksheet contains questions about franchising and a keyword crossword as an extension task. The resource includes an answer sheet.

Investigate Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs with this video and activity worksheet combination. The video explains Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs alongside the advantages and disadvantages of the model. During the video, each stage of the hierarchy is applied to McDonald’s to help you understand how they attempt to motivate their employees. The supporting activity worksheet contains 7 separate tasks for students inc. an extension activity. Allowing them to learn and apply their knowledge of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, exploring its application to McDonald’s and a business of their choice.

Investigate Elton Mayo’s Theory of Motivation with this video and activity worksheet combination. The video: Explores the Human Relations School of Thought and the impact of Hawthorn Experiment Critiques the advantages against the disadvantages of the theory. The supporting activity worksheet: Contains 5 separate tasks for students to apply their knowledge of Elton Mayo’s Theory of Motivation. Includes suggested answers.

This worksheet is based on the Amazon Prime documentary GMO OMG It investigates the involvement of food giant Monsanto and their questionable practices. How do GMOs affect our children, the health of our planet, and our freedom of choice? And perhaps the ultimate question, which Seifert tests himself: is it even possible to reject the food system currently in place, or have we lost something we can’t gain back? These and other questions take Seifert on a journey from his family’s table to Haiti, Paris, Norway, and the lobby of agra-giant Monsanto, from which he is unceremoniously ejected. Along the way we gain insight into a question that is of growing concern to citizens the world over: what’s on your plate?

This is the fifth and final instalment of our premium resource packs for Theme 1 of the Edexcel A Level Business qualification. This Topic 1.5 resource pack includes: Teacher PowerPoint presentation with 129 slides and 21 activities. Student activity workbook containing 21 activities (directly matching the ones in the PowerPoint). Suggested answers booklet for the student activity workbook. The PowerPoint presentation is fully animated and ready for you to deliver. The supporting activity workbook is available to be used electronically or printed for students. Importantly, both resources are editable should you wish to make any changes to suit the needs of your group. The PowerPoint and Workbook contain a mixture of information, examples, and activities for each subject area in the specification for Topic 1.5 Entrepreneurs and Leaders.

Investigate the recruitment and selection process with this video and activity worksheet combination. The video explores the recruitment and selection process from start to finish, covering the key differences between the two stages. The supporting activity worksheet contains 7 separate tasks for students to apply their knowledge of the recruitment and selection process. The resource also includes an extension task and suggested answers.

This is the final instalment of our premium resource packs for Theme 2 of the Edexcel GCSE Business qualification. Key information This Topic 2.1 resource package includes: Teacher PowerPoint presentation with 128 slides and 32 activities. Student activity workbook containing 32 activities over 104 pages (directly matching the ones in the PowerPoint). Suggested answers booklet for the activity workbook. Additional Information The PowerPoint presentation is fully animated and ready for you to deliver. The supporting activity workbook is available to be used electronically or printed for students. Importantly, both resources are editable should you wish to make any changes to suit the needs of your group. They contain a mixture of information, examples, and activities for each topic in the specification for Topic 2.1.