Welcome to The Business Lecturer's Resources! As an experienced and dedicated business teacher, I have meticulously created and curated a comprehensive assortment of high-quality resources designed to enhance your teaching experience. With a focus on efficiency and effectiveness, my goal is to alleviate the burden of lesson planning by providing you with a wealth of teaching resources, exemplary student work samples, and meticulously crafted lesson plans.
Welcome to The Business Lecturer's Resources! As an experienced and dedicated business teacher, I have meticulously created and curated a comprehensive assortment of high-quality resources designed to enhance your teaching experience. With a focus on efficiency and effectiveness, my goal is to alleviate the burden of lesson planning by providing you with a wealth of teaching resources, exemplary student work samples, and meticulously crafted lesson plans.
This contains distinction examples for both assignment 1 and assignment 2 for Unit 8: Recruitment and Selection.
The documents covers the following criteria:
Assignment 1
Criteria covered:
A.P1: Explain how a large business recruits and selects giving reasons for their processes.
A.P2: Explain how and why a business adheres to recruitment processes which are ethical and
comply with current employment law.
A.M1: Analyse the different recruitment methods used in a selected business.
A.D1: Evaluate the recruitment processes used and how they contribute to the success of the selected busines**s.
Assignment 2
B.P3 Prepare appropriate documentation for use in selection and recruitment
activities.
B.P4 Participate in the selection interviews, as an interviewer and interviewee.
C.P5 Complete a SWOT analysis on your performance in the interviewing activities.
C.P6 Prepare a personal skills development plan for future interview situations.
B.M2 In recruitment interviews, demonstrate analytical responses and questioning to allow assessment of skills and knowledge.
C.M3 Analyse the results of the process and how your skills development will contribute to your future success.
B.D2 Evaluate how well the documents prepared and participation in the interview activities supported the process for a job offer.
C.D3 Evaluate how well the recruitment and selection process complied with best practice, drawing reasoned conclusions as to how it will support your future career.
This essay is for Unit 8: Recruitment and Selection Assignment 2. This work covers all of the criteria required to achieve distinction (please have a look at the previews). I have had this module SV’d on numerous occasions, with work that follows the same structure as featured in this distinction example. Please note downloads are in a PDF format.
Criteria covered: **
B.P3 Prepare appropriate documentation for use in selection and recruitment
activities.
B.P4 Participate in the selection interviews, as an interviewer and interviewee.
C.P5 Complete a SWOT analysis on your performance in the interviewing activities.
C.P6 Prepare a personal skills development plan for future interview situations.
B.M2 In recruitment interviews, demonstrate analytical responses and questioning to allow assessment of skills and knowledge.
C.M3 Analyse the results of the process and how your skills development will contribute to your future success.
B.D2 Evaluate how well the documents prepared and participation in the interview activities supported the process for a job offer.
C.D3 Evaluate how well the recruitment and selection process complied with best practice, drawing reasoned conclusions as to how it will support your future career.
This essay is for Unit 8: Recruitment and Selection Assignment 1. This work covers all of the criteria required to achieve distinction (please have a look at the previews). I have had this module SV’d on numerous occasions, with work that follows the same structure as featured in this distinction example.
**Criteria covered: **
A.P1: Explain how a large business recruits and selects giving reasons for their processes.
A.P2: Explain how and why a business adheres to recruitment processes which are ethical and
comply with current employment law.
A.M1: Analyse the different recruitment methods used in a selected business.
A.D1: Evaluate the recruitment processes used and how they contribute to the success of the selected business.
This contains distinction examples for both assignment 1 and assignment 2 for Unit 9: Team Building in Business
The documents covers the following criteria:
Assignment 1
Criteria Covered
A.P1 Explain the purpose of a given team in a chosen business.
A.P2 Explain the characteristics of a given team in a chosen business.
B.P3 Discuss the roles in an existing team at a chosen business, giving clear links
and references to a recognised theorist.
B.P4 Discuss the dynamics of an existing team and how they work towards their
goals.
A.M1 Assess how and why a given team will benefit a chosen business.
B.M2 Analyse the roles and dynamics of an existing business team and make
recommendations for improvements to its cohesiveness.
A.D1 Justify how and why a given team will benefit a chosen business.
B.D2 Evaluate the effectiveness of an existing business team, including overall team performance, individual performance and leadership linking to theory.
Assignment 2
Criteria Covered
C.P5 Show the ability to work as a team leader and team member through active
participation in team activity.
C.P6 Reflect on your own effectiveness in team activities and use feedback to plan improvement in performance.
C.M3 Work efficiently as a member of a team and as a team leader and use feedback to assess how conflict was managed.
C.D3 Demonstrate initiative, self-management and creativity in the professional development of team skills.
This resource pack includes:
• A PowerPoint presentation with 80+ slides and 13 activities
• A student activity workbook containing 13 activities matching those on the PowerPoint.
• A workbook containing sample answers for teachers.
• A PowerPoint explaining the 1st assignment for students.
This pack is designed to save yourself time with your planning with ready to use resources! The resources can be easily adapted and are fully editable for you to tailor to your students or teaching methods. Student workbooks can either be printed, or can be provided digitally. There is also a workbook containing sample answers. Some tasks are creative or based on student opinion, in which case self-assessment, peer assessment and lecturer feedback is encouraged.
Examples of activities;
A research task on the Equality Act.
A 10 question multiple choice Kahoot.
Creating various recruitment and selection documents including a person specification.
A wordsearch, crossword, and word scramble activity
Plus more!
Having had this unit SV’d for a number of years, we believe this resources offers value for money, whilst helping students to succeed in their first assignment.
This revision guide is designed for students taking their Unit 6: Principles of Management exam. I have personally given my students this guide once all content has been delivered to help with their personal exam preparation (to great success)! It is suitable for both students and teachers alike
This guide contains:
An overview of all learning outcomes for this unit (A-F).
A page on suggested exam structure and timings.
A list of past paper questions, and possible issues and solutions featured in the markscheme.
Exam preparation tips
If you have any questions please get in touch!
PDF and word document provided upon purchase - feel free to ammend for your students/institution
This portfolio is an example of what learners need to prepare for Unit 9: Team Building in Business Assignment 2. This work covers all of the criteria required to achieve distinction. I have had this module SV’d for ED groups, with work that follows the same structure as featured in this distinction example. Please note this is in a PDF format.
Criteria Covered
C.P5 Show the ability to work as a team leader and team member through active
participation in team activity.
C.P6 Reflect on your own effectiveness in team activities and use feedback to plan improvement in performance.
C.M3 Work efficiently as a member of a team and as a team leader and use feedback to assess how conflict was managed.
C.D3 Demonstrate initiative, self-management and creativity in the professional development of team skills.
This resource involves an Apprentice style challenge. Learners are required to pitch their ideas for a corporate away day for a group of executives visiting Cornwall. Learners need to take into account their allocated budget, the demands of the clients and the travel time between activities.
This resource includes:
A PowerPoint introducing the task to learners.
A handout for learners to refer to throughout the challenge.
A PowerPoint of what an example pitch might look like.
In it’s current format this is designed to cover 2 lessons (one for the students to plan, and the other for students to pitch). This can however be amended to suit your personal delivery.
BTEC Business - Unit 3 Personal and Business Finance Glossary
(Learning Aims A–F)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 3 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim, making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
This essay is for Unit 9: Team Building in Business Assignment 1. This work covers all of the criteria required to achieve distinction. I have had this module SV’d for ED groups, with work that follows the same structure as featured in this distinction example. Please note this is in a PDF format.
Criteria Covered
A.P1 Explain the purpose of a given team in a chosen business.
A.P2 Explain the characteristics of a given team in a chosen business.
B.P3 Discuss the roles in an existing team at a chosen business, giving clear links
and references to a recognised theorist.
B.P4 Discuss the dynamics of an existing team and how they work towards their
goals.
A.M1 Assess how and why a given team will benefit a chosen business.
B.M2 Analyse the roles and dynamics of an existing business team and make
recommendations for improvements to its cohesiveness.
A.D1 Justify how and why a given team will benefit a chosen business.
B.D2 Evaluate the effectiveness of an existing business team, including overall team performance, individual performance and leadership linking to theory.
Perfect for business lessons, taster sessions, enterprise days & end-of-term fun!
Bring your classroom to life with Marketing Wars – a fast-paced, competitive business challenge where students become marketing teams, develop a brand, and face off in a series of real-world-inspired tasks.
What’s Included:
A fully editable PowerPoint lesson with 7 structured challenge rounds.
A detailed student workbook to guide team planning and capture ideas.
A clear and easy-to-use teacher scoring sheet
Challenges cover branding, crisis management, PR, & more!
Ideal For: KS3/KS4/KS5 Business Studies lessons/Taster sessions/Induction days/Enterprise clubs and enrichment activities/Fun, low-prep end-of-term projects.
No Planning Needed! Just download and go – everything is included. Adaptable for whole-class teaching or small group work. A starter activity, learning objectives and a plenary are included.
BTEC Business - Unit 2 Developing a Marketing Campaign Glossary
(Learning Aims A–C)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 2 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim, making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
Engage your students with a hands-on, real-world business challenge! This resource guides students through creating and pitching their own subscription box using the 7Ps of Marketing, helping them develop business strategy, creativity, and presentation skills. Save yourself planning time with a fun, hands on activity for students.
What’s Included:
PowerPoint Presentation – A structured lesson introducing the 7Ps framework with clear tasks and examples. This includes a starter, learning objectives and a plenary.
Student Task Sheet – A guided sheet breaking down each marketing element, ensuring students stay on track.
Teacher & Peer Assessment Sheets – Simple, structured marking criteria for evaluating presentations.
Perfect for: Business & Enterprise lessons (KS4 & KS5), GCSE/BTEC Business, Business academy/enrichment activity. The challenge encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and communication, while reinforcing key marketing concepts.
The resource is ready to use but can be easily adapted to meet the needs of your learners.
BTEC Business - Unit 4 Managing an Event Glossary
(Learning Aims A–E)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 4 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim, making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
BTEC Business - Unit 5: International Business
(Learning Aims A–E)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 5 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim, making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
BTEC Business - Unit 6: International Business
(Learning Aims A–F)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 6 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim, making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
BTEC Business - Unit 1 Exploring Business Glossary (Learning Aims A–E)
A professionally formatted glossary covering all key terms from Unit 1 of the BTEC National Level 3 Business course. This resource breaks down the content by learning aim (A–E), making it easy for students to revise and understand important terminology.
What’s included:
Clear, student-friendly definitions of essential terms
Structured by learning aim for easy navigation
Suitable for printing or digital use.
Ideal for students folders for this unit.
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Perfect for:
Supporting classwork and homework
Independent revision
Coursework preparation
Class discussions or glossary quizzes
Additional glossaries for other units are available to be bundled with this one.
A free crossword covering the main payment methods students need to know for the Unit 3 Personal and Business Finance Exam. The download includes a seperate answer sheet. This will make a useful consolidation activity to your lesson.
A free crossword covering the main current accounts students need to know for the Unit 3 Personal and Business Finance Exam. The download includes a separate answer sheet. This will make a useful consolidation activity to your lesson.
The Apprentice-Style Bargain Hunt
Make learning fun with this Apprentice-style challenge, perfect for teamwork, problem-solving, and research skills! In this engaging activity, students compete to find the lowest prices for a list of unusual and quirky items. A great way to bring energy into the classroom while developing real-world skills.
How It Works:
Students work in small teams to find 10 items at the cheapest price possible using online searches.
They record prices, provide proof (links/screenshots), and submit their findings.
Teams earn points based on price and accuracy.
The winning team is the one with the highest total score!
Why You Will Love It:
Minimal/No planning needed – Ready to use straight away!
Flexible – Use in business lessons, form time, or as a fun challenge.
Easy to adapt – Use as a short lesson or a full-length challenge.
What’s Included:
Clear instructions for running the challenge.
Editable Student Worksheet – Helps students track their findings.
A Short Example Entry– to shows students what’s expected.
Perfect for:
Business & Enterprise Lessons
KS3/KS4 Fun Learning Activities
Enrichment Sessions
Apprentice-Themed Competitions
Want to make it even more exciting? Offer a small prize for the winning team!
Please see my other Apprentice themed resources on my TES store.