Overview

This revised set of resources for Cambridge IGCSE, IGCSE (9-1) and O Level Business Studies syllabuses (0450, 0986, 7115) is thoroughly updated for first examinations from 2020. This coursebook contains exam-style case studies and stimulus material from businesses around the world – ranging from a social enterprise in China to a fast food outlet in Zimbabwe. These give an international view of the real world applications of Business Studies theory. This book provides comprehensive exam support with questions to help students practise and build their confidence with the subject. The final chapter gives revision tips and advice on writing well-structured answers. The answers to the coursebook questions are in the teacher's resource. For free revision support, go to the Cambridge University Press website.

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Author:   Mark Fisher ,  Medi Houghton ,  Veenu Jain
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Edition:   3rd Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.00cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 27.70cm
Weight:   0.920kg
ISBN:  

9781108563987

ISBN 10:   1108563988
Pages:   372
Publication Date:   03 May 2018
Recommended Age:   From 14 to 17 years
Audience:   Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Secondary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Introduction; Section 1. Understanding business activity: 1. Business activity; 2. Classification of businesses; 3. Enterprise, business growth and size; 4. Types of business organisation; 5. Business objectives and stakeholder objectives; Exam-style case study, Section 2. People in business: 6. Motivating workers; 7. Organisation and management; 8. Recruitment, selection and training of employees; 9. Internal and external communication; Exam-style case study; Section 3. Marketing: 10. Marketing, competition and the customer; 11. Market research; 12. Marketing mix: product and price; 13. Marketing mix: place and promotion; 14. Marketing strategy; Exam-style case study; Section 4. Operations management: 15. Production of goods and services; 16. Costs, scale of production and break-even analysis; 17. Achieving quality production; 18. Location decisions; Exam-style case study; Section 5. Financial information and decisions: 19. Business finance: needs and sources; 20. Cash-flow forecasting and working capital; 21. Income statements; 22. Statement of financial position; 23. Analysis of accounts; Exam-style case study; Section 6. External influences on business activity: 24. Economic issues; 25. Environmental and ethical issues; 26. Business and the international economy; Exam-style case study; 27. Preparing for assessment; Glossary; Index; Acknowledgements.

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