...P3 Market research Market research is the action or business of promoting and selling products or services, including market research and advertising. The information is about markets, products or services that a business sells to get new customers and make sure that the customers are happy. They aim to fulfil the aim of making as much money as they can and expanding the business. There are two types of market research: Primary: This is information that the person has gathered by themselves. It can be collected through questionnaires, customer interviews, focus groups, observations and experiments. Secondary: This is information that has been gathered already but not by the individual themselves. There are 2 types of research: Internal- This information is usually from within a business. For example this can be retails data, stock analysis and accounts. Primary Research: Tesco: Questionnaires: Tesco are an international organisation. They use questionnaires by sending them through the post, telephone, text, internet and face to face. By using it through the post it is cheap so they just need to pay for the postage. They can send these to residents in the company without spending a lot of money. Regularly sending these can mean regular feedback but a problem is that people can just disregard what they have received in the post. By getting feedback from them they can also find out what types of things the local residents what to be receiving information about from...
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... Explain the benefit of each of the features that you have listed in your feature table. Bluetooth and Wifi. This technology facilitates the operation of sending images or videos to devices that may not be in the same place or that are separated by distance. The wireless systems provides greater comfort to the user because it is not necessary to use so many cables for the installation of a wireless computer Gps The GPS is a new accessory that can easily replace the compass commonly used by the sportsmen to achieve orientation. It gives us the opportunity to know exactly where our location is in case of some assistance. Waterproof Video cameras that have major protection from water will allow us to take photos and underwater videos. It gives us the opportunity to enjoy and protect our electronic equipment, in aquatic and outdoor activities Battery Life The battery is without doubt one of the priority concern of almost any user. If battery lasts longer the better. No one wants to worry about bring their chargers on their expedition. It can be very annoying that in important moments our devices remains without a battery. Lcd Screen LCD screens are more comfortable for the sight because they offer a better contrast. It helps consumers to enjoy great quality videos. Video resolution The screen resolution is the maximum number of pixels that can be displayed on a given surface to complete a picture. In theory, the higher the resolution of a screen, more pixels, better definition...
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...iii) Fitness for Propose s14(3) From the course of the business, there are condition that need to applies from the good sold. If the goods do not fit any purpose then the goods have the right to be return whether it is implied by the seller but if it is unreasonable to rely on the seller judgement, the goods can be return or cannot be return due to another purpose. b) Supply Goods and service Act 1982 With the reasonable time and for a reasonable charge of work completion, the price of goods are not fixed. The trader also must have a proper standard of workmanship to provide the services. i) Transaction Covered Every product either it is free or purchase, it have to be in a good condition. ii) Effect of the Act It has a similar protection under the Sale of Goods Act 1979, the...
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...|BTEC Assignment Front Sheet | | |Learner Name: | | |Qualification: |BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Business | |Units Covered: |Understanding Business Ethics |Unit Numbers: |37 | |Assignment Issue Date: |w/c 11/05/15 |Assignment Due Date: |w/c 01/06/15 | |Duration (approximately) | | |I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that | |false declaration is a form of malpractice. | |Learner’s signature: | |Date: | / / | Assessor’s signature in this grid indicate which criteria have been awarded |Unit No. |Criterion |Assessor Signature |Criterion |Assessor...
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...|Assignment brief – QCF BTEC | |Assignment front sheet | |Qualification |Unit number and title | |BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma In Business |Unit 16: Human Resource Management in Business | |Learner name | Assessor name | | | C Graham, F Mooney, J Robinson, E Smith | |Date issued | Hand in deadline |Submitted on | |1 W/E 26/01/2015 |W/E 27/02/15 | | |2 W/E 26/01/2015 |W/E 27/03/15 | | |3 W/E 26/01/2015 |W/E 17/04/15 | | |4 W/E 26/01/2015 |W/E 15/05/15...
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...Unit 13: Unit code: QCF Level 3: Credit value: Recruitment and Selection in Business A/502/5434 BTEC National 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to recruitment and the importance of ensuring that the best people are selected to work in organisations. Learners will study selection and recruitment techniques and will set up, and take part in, a selection interview. Unit introduction Recruiting the right people is the key to the success of many organisations. These organisations ensure that the processes and procedures involved in recruitment and selection meet their needs and are legal. In this unit, learners will develop an understanding of the impact of the regulatory framework on the recruitment process. Potential applicants may decide to apply for a post based on the quality of information that they receive. Details of the post will usually be the first communication they have with the organisation. It is important that the organisation makes a good first impression on potential applicants to ensure that they attract sufficient applicants of the right calibre. Learners will develop their knowledge of the types of documentation used in an interview process. A structured and planned selection procedure is crucial to the success of the selection process. The impression a business makes may determine an applicant’s decision to accept an offer of appointment. Staff conducting the interview will also be forming their impressions...
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...Unit 16: Human Resource Management in Business Unit code: K/502/5445 QCF Level 3: BTEC National Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to methods of managing human resources in the workplace. Learners will use their knowledge of relevant human resources management theory and link it with current human resource management practices in organisations. Unit introduction Human resource management is a dynamic activity in any organisation as it takes place against a changing economic, technical, legal and social background. It is important for learners to appreciate that effective human resource management means getting the best out of the people who work for an organisation in order to ensure the organisation fulfils its purposes, whether it is a football club winning the premiership, or a hospital increasing the success rates for medical operations. Many organisations say that their employees are their most valuable resource because of their skills, knowledge and attitudes. As labour is both an expensive and valuable resource, it is important to ensure it is planned and that the best value is obtained from employees contributions. Human resource managers have to plan their human resource requirements against a background of internal and external factors which are dynamic and constantly changing. The first part of this unit introduces learners to the factors that influence human...
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...St Cuthbert Mayne COURSE: BTEC Extended Diploma in Business (QCF) COHORT: 2014 - 2016 UNIT: 1 – The Business Environment (10 Credits) ASSIGNMENT 1 – Two Businesses on our Doorstep Learner Outcomes: 1. Know the range of different businesses and their ownership 2. Understand how businesses are organised to achieve their purposes Scenario: You work as a junior journalist for the local newspaper which is planning to run a feature article on local businesses Task: 1. Learners must describe (P1) the type of business, purpose and ownership of two contrasting businesses 2. Learners must describe (P2), explain (M1) the different stakeholders who influence the purpose of two contrasting businesses 3. Learners must describe (P3) how two businesses are organised 4. Learners must explain (P4) how their style of organisation helps them to fulfil their purpose 5. Learners evaluate (D1) the influence different stakeholders exert in one organisation TIP – Include the following: Range of different businesses Local, National, International, Global, Public, Private Not for profit/voluntary Sectors of business activity (primary, secondary, tertiary) Business purposes Supply of products or services, Difference between profit and not-for profit organisations Ownership Public, private & voluntary sectors Types of ownership (sole trader, partnerships, private and public limited companies, government agencies, worker cooperatives, charitable trusts) Main implications...
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...Unit 27: Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace Unit code: H/502/5458 QCF Level 3: BTEC National Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop knowledge of the legislation and regulations relating to health and safety in a business workplace in order to conduct an audit and carry out a risk assessment. Unit introduction It is important, when working in business, to ensure compliance with organisational procedures and legal requirements, as the consequences of non-compliance can have serious implications for employees and employers. It is important, therefore, for learners to appreciate that those working in business must understand the principal issues which affect the working environment, for all individuals and the organisations that employ them. This involves keeping up to date with information on the legal issues that affect safe working practices. Everyone at work plays an important part in ensuring health and safety and it is essential that key personnel are aware of their roles and responsibilities. Employers must take reasonable care to protect their employees, and others, from the risk of injury, disease or death, while employees must take care to protect themselves and others. Safe working conditions and the ‘welfare of employees’ can contribute to the success of an organisation. It is important that organisations take steps to prevent accidents...
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...date|Submitted on| ||| Qualification|Unit number and title| Level 2 BTEC Diploma/Certificate in Understanding Enterprise and Entrepreneurship|Unit 3: The Business EnvironmentFirst of two assignments for this unit| || Assignment title|| In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria. Indicate the page numbers where the evidence can be found.| Criteria reference|To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the student is able to:||Task no.||Page numbers| P1|Identify sources of information about the current business environment||1||| P2|Describe how a new micro start-up business relates to the business environment||1||| P3|Describe current trends and how these will impact on a micro start-up business||2||| P4|Describe potential ethical concerns of customers about a micro start-up business||3||| M1|Explain how the changes in the current business environment are likely to impact upon a selected micro start-up business||1||| M2|Explain how current trends are likely to impact on a micro start-up business||2||| D1|Assess the risks and opportunities changes in the current business environment pose for a selected micro start-up business||||| Learner declaration| I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged.Learner signature: Date: | Assignment brief| Unit number and title|Unit 3: The Business Environment | Qualification|Level 2 BTEC Diploma/Certificate in Understanding...
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...Faculty: Business and IT Exeter College BTEC Assignment Brief |Course Title: BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Business/BTEC Certificate in | | |Business | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |[pic] | | |[pic] | | | | |Assignment Title:...
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...LEVEL 3 - QCF BTEC ASSIGNMENT BRIEF Assignment Front Sheet | Qualification | Unit number and title | BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business | Unit 2: Business Resources | Learner name | Assessor name | | Sarah Price | Internal Verifier | Date Verified | | | Date issued | Hand in deadline | Submitted on | | | | | | Assignment title | Managing Human, Physical and Technical Resources (LO1&2) | In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria. Indicate the page numbers where the evidence can be found. | Criteria reference | To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the learner is able to: | | Task no. | | Evidence | P1 | Describe the recruitment documentation used in a selected organisation. | | 1 | | | P2 | Describe the main employability, personal and communication skills required when applying for a specific job role. | | 2 | | | P3 | Describe the main physical and technological resources required in the operation of a selected organisation. | | 3 | | | M1 | Explain how the management of human, physical and technological resources can improve the performance of a selected organisation | | 2&3 | | | M2 | Assess the importance of employability and personal skills in the recruitment and retention of staff in a selected organisation. | | 2 | | | D1 | Evaluate how managing resources and controlling budget costs can improve the performance...
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...Unit 2: Unit code: QCF Level 3: Credit value: Business Resources D/502/5409 BTEC National 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to develop learner knowledge of the range of human, physical, technological and financial resources required in an organisation, and how the management of these resources can impact on business performance. Unit introduction At the core of every organisation are the human, physical, technological and financial resources that enable it to function. This unit will give learners a broad understanding of the importance organisations place on managing their resources efficiently in order to achieve their objectives. It is important that learners are able to relate their understanding of resource management to a real organisation. This will provide an essential link between theory and practice. Understanding how these resources are managed is one of the keys to assessing how well the organisation is performing. The first part of this unit explores the range of human, physical and technological resources for a selected organisation. Learners will investigate the importance of managing these resources efficiently. The contribution that recruiting and retaining suitable staff can make to the organisation’s performance is examined. The importance of managing the organisation’s physical and technological resources efficiently is also explored. For an organisation to survive its finances need to be sound and secure. The...
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...BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary / Diploma, Business Studies Unit 2 – Business Resources Assignment 1 (P1, P2, M2) – Recruiting the Right Staff Scenario You are coming to the end of your BTEC course and you have been considering getting a job in the summer break before you start university. As well as earning some extra money, you are looking forward to the opportunity to develop your skills and put into practice the knowledge you have learnt on your BTEC course. Task one (P1 part) Research some jobs that you can apply for on job websites. You could look at www.monster.com or www.totaljobs.com. You need to find a job that you think you could apply for either now or at the end of year 13. You need to collect a job description, person specification and application form as evidence. (P1 part) Task two (P1, P2 M2) To show that you understand the relevance of these documents used in recruitment you need to complete an information sheet which analyses their contents (see attached for template). Your information sheet should 1. Describe the recruitment documentation used for the job you have chosen. What is a job description, what is a person specification and what is an application form? How are they used in business? (P1) 2. Identify the skills required on the job description. Describe how you have these skills or if you don’t have them, describe how you could develop them this year. (P2) 3. For each of the skills that you have already identified...
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...Unit 3: Introduction to Marketing Unit code: Y/502/5411 QCF Level 3: BTEC National Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim and purpose of this unit is to give learners an understanding of how marketing, research and planning and the marketing mix are used by all organisations. Unit introduction Marketing is at the heart of every organisation’s activity. Its importance is also growing in the non-commercial, public and voluntary sectors. Also, at the heart of marketing is the customer. This unit will introduce learners to some of the tools and techniques all types of organisations use to achieve their objectives. Firstly, learners will explore how different types of organisations use marketing principles to meet the needs of their customers and achieve their objectives. The constraints under which organisations operate are important and learners will study the legal requirements and voluntary codes that affect marketing. Learners will then go on to investigate how organisations collect data through market research and turn it into useful information which can be analysed and used to plan their marketing activities. The segmentation and targeting of groups of customers is a key marketing technique and this is studied in detail. This includes the different bases for segmentation of both consumer and business markets. Next, learners will examine how a marketing mix is developed to meet the needs and aspirations of...
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