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Series: Business and Economics
Agricultural Markets
As in all international markets, the price of agricultural goods is determined by their supply and demand. Spotlighting wool and beef markets, this video discusses domestic and international markets, value adding and economic disruption and...Show More
As in all international markets, the price of agricultural goods is determined by their supply and demand. Spotlighting wool and beef markets, this video discusses domestic and international markets, value adding and economic disruption and diversification. Featuring insight from Australian wool growers, beef farmers and academics, this is a highly relevant resource for senior secondary and tertiary students studying economics, business studies or agriculture. Show Less
Balance Sheets
This short yet comprehensive video introduces the balance sheet as a snapshot measure of what a business owns and owes. With visual examples of a working balance sheet and discussion of its importance and applications courtesy of industry...Show More
This short yet comprehensive video introduces the balance sheet as a snapshot measure of what a business owns and owes. With visual examples of a working balance sheet and discussion of its importance and applications courtesy of industry experts, Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses will find it to be a valuable resource. Show Less
Balance Sheets: Assets and Liabilities
Presenting clear and consise definitions of a balance sheet's key components by industry expert, this short video will aid Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses to understand the difference between current and non-current...Show More
Presenting clear and consise definitions of a balance sheet's key components by industry expert, this short video will aid Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses to understand the difference between current and non-current assets and liabilities, and what significance the monetary values placed on these items have on a business's financial position. Show Less
Boost Juice: A Franchise Case Study
This programme provides students with a vibrant example of a successful franchise model. The founder and controlling shareholder of Boost Juice explains how Boost Juice operates and what its priorities are.
Borrowing and Managing Debt
Film three analyses what debt is, ways to avoid it and the reasons why people fall into debt. Discussion progresses into borrowing money and when it is necessary to do so. Unsecured loans, student loans and mortgages are explained, as are credit...Show More
Film three analyses what debt is, ways to avoid it and the reasons why people fall into debt. Discussion progresses into borrowing money and when it is necessary to do so. Unsecured loans, student loans and mortgages are explained, as are credit cards, preparing your students for when they begin to manage their own money. Show Less
Budgets, Spending and Taxation
This programme looks at balancing earnings and expenditure, how we spend money, and where that money goes. Michael and Fiona discuss the concepts of economies and taxation, and the film identifies the differences between products and services...Show More
This programme looks at balancing earnings and expenditure, how we spend money, and where that money goes. Michael and Fiona discuss the concepts of economies and taxation, and the film identifies the differences between products and services using examples relating to your students own lives. Show Less
Business Basics
This film provides an excellent introduction to Business Studies by covering a range of basic economic concepts, including the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy, factors of production, the economy and markets.
A range of...Show More
This film provides an excellent introduction to Business Studies by covering a range of basic economic concepts, including the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy, factors of production, the economy and markets.
A range of experts, including Sharon Hague from Edexcel and Professor Jane Wills from the Queen Mary University of London, together with a range of others from the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors, provide explanations and views about various business basics. Show Less
Business Law
Businesses are regulated and governed by a range of laws that exist to provide a framework for fair and proper management and operation of their activities, and to deliver protection to all stakeholders including customers, managers and...Show More
Businesses are regulated and governed by a range of laws that exist to provide a framework for fair and proper management and operation of their activities, and to deliver protection to all stakeholders including customers, managers and employees.
This film covers a range of legal aspects of business including consumer protection, employee rights, health and safety, intellectual property, privacy and financial reporting.
It highlights interviews with a selection of experts in various fields including Neil Willard from Cardiff University, solicitors Jonathan Bashforth and Ruth Smith, European Patent Attorney Richard Howson, Managing Director of Sold Out Software Garry Williams and Tax Manager David Goodchild. It also features street interviews.
The programme is rich in information and provides an excellent resource for senior secondary, FE and undergraduate university level students of business. Show Less
Business Management in Recession
When the global financial crisis hit in 2008, there was a worldwide recession – virtually every economy was hit worldwide. The UK, like many European countries, the United States and nations throughout Asia, took a severe blow, and while many...Show More
When the global financial crisis hit in 2008, there was a worldwide recession – virtually every economy was hit worldwide. The UK, like many European countries, the United States and nations throughout Asia, took a severe blow, and while many were worse hit, the reality is that Britain faces many years before its economy recovers to a position of strength.
This film looks as the implications of economic recession – how individuals, families and businesses are hit, and what the outlook is ahead. It also examines the positive aspects of tough economic times and strategies that can be employed to minimise the impact and build from a position of strength for the future.
A range of interviewees, including: Westminster University’s Jonathan Pike, John Philpott from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Ian Clarke from the company ‘This Planet Earth’, Jim Slater, marketing director for Costa Coffee, Keith Potts, managing director and CEO of Jobsite Group, and Gareth Sear from Business Link.
This resource provides an interesting and fascinating insight into how businesses respond to an economic recession. Show Less
Business Planning
In business, failing to plan equates to planning to fail. Business planning is critical to the success and sustainability of any organisation. This interview-driven film takes a comprehensive look at important aspects of business planning...Show More
In business, failing to plan equates to planning to fail. Business planning is critical to the success and sustainability of any organisation. This interview-driven film takes a comprehensive look at important aspects of business planning including: an introduction to business planning, the business idea, aims and objectives, legal structures, the marketing plan and financial planning.
A wide range of business people and professionals cover many aspects of business planning as it applies to their real-world situations. Interviewees: Gareth Sear (Business Link), Ian Clarke (This Planet Earth), Richard Frost (The Playhouse Company), Jon Lee (Ecology Building Society), Keith Potts (Jobsite Group), Nick Bell (London taxi driver), Alex Martin (Curious Generation), Thomas Brown (The Chartered Institute of Marketing) and Mary Timothy (bank manager). Street interviews also feature.
For students of business at FE and tertiary levels, this is a comprehensive resource, which covers critical areas. Show Less
Business Strategy
Failing to plan in business equates to planning to fail. Any business, regardless of size, structure or sector, must have a strong business strategy. Whether an enterprise is in the establishment phase or has been operating for decades, a...Show More
Failing to plan in business equates to planning to fail. Any business, regardless of size, structure or sector, must have a strong business strategy. Whether an enterprise is in the establishment phase or has been operating for decades, a business strategy is essential to ensure a sound purpose and focus for that enterprise. This programme explores various aspects of business strategy through street and expert interviews, features a range of individuals experienced in developing and implementing business strategies. Topics discussed include mission statements, aims and objectives, business culture, measuring success, and growth. This programme is an excellent resource for all business students. Show Less
Carroll's CSR Pyramid
Carroll’s Corporate Social Responsibility Pyramid has long been used as the framework through which to think about a business’ economic, social and environmental responsibilities. In this comprehensive video, students will be guided through...Show More
Carroll’s Corporate Social Responsibility Pyramid has long been used as the framework through which to think about a business’ economic, social and environmental responsibilities. In this comprehensive video, students will be guided through the four layers of Carroll’s Pyramid, introduced to its strengths, and shown the ambiguities and omissions that limit its usage. Show Less
Cash Flow
In business planning and operations there are many ways to measure the success and viability of an enterprise. But regardless of how well a business stacks up on paper, without effective cash flow, it can be crippled, which can very quickly lead...Show More
In business planning and operations there are many ways to measure the success and viability of an enterprise. But regardless of how well a business stacks up on paper, without effective cash flow, it can be crippled, which can very quickly lead to its demise.
This film examines cash flow – what it is, why it is important and a range of aspects that need to be considered in maintaining it at appropriate levels. Featuring a presenter and Jonathan Pike from Westminster University, it explores the components of cash flow, liquidity and the importance of cash flow and the cash flow forecast.
It is an ideal programme for any student of business and business management at senior secondary and FE level. Show Less
Cash Flow
Cash flow is integral to any business and ensuring that more cash flows in than flows out is the fundamental rule of successful operations. An ideal resource for Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses, this video explores...Show More
Cash flow is integral to any business and ensuring that more cash flows in than flows out is the fundamental rule of successful operations. An ideal resource for Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses, this video explores the difference between cash and profit, the types of expenses and revenues that constitute outflows and inflows, and the importance of a cash flow statement. Show Less
Cash Flow: Problems and Management
Without positive cash flow, businesses can find themselves in a dire financial situation: a cash flow crisis. This video looks at the cash flow forecast as a way for a business to predict its expenses and revenue and put effective measures in...Show More
Without positive cash flow, businesses can find themselves in a dire financial situation: a cash flow crisis. This video looks at the cash flow forecast as a way for a business to predict its expenses and revenue and put effective measures in place to manage them for an improved financial position. Accounting and Business students in GCSE, BTEC and FE courses will find this to be a practical and informative resource. Show Less
Change Management in Large Organisations: Smoking Laws - A Case Study
Large organisations only survive in today’s highly competitive environment if they have the ability to effectively deal with change. External changes such as changes to the smoking laws in several states have forced change upon hotels and other...Show More
Large organisations only survive in today’s highly competitive environment if they have the ability to effectively deal with change. External changes such as changes to the smoking laws in several states have forced change upon hotels and other venues.
This programme looks at how Club Med and other hospitality establishments effectively managed this change process in response to the new legislation. Show Less
Consumer Choice and Protection
We can all relate to the delight when finding a special item for sale or hunting down a bargain. Shopping fulfils a host of primal urges, from the necessity to feed and clothe ourselves to the need for social approval and love. It's no wonder...Show More
We can all relate to the delight when finding a special item for sale or hunting down a bargain. Shopping fulfils a host of primal urges, from the necessity to feed and clothe ourselves to the need for social approval and love. It's no wonder that shopping or consumerism is such powerful force in our psyches and in our society.
This Australian-made, curriculum fit programme examines the lures and pitfalls of shopping. We talk to an expert on consumer choice and offer some tips and tricks to improve your financial literacy, helping you to shop as a clever consumer. Show Less
Copyright in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
This video explores the use of public domain and licensed copyright materials as inputs to commercial innovation. Interviews with successful UK media firms reveal how the availability of certain expressions, such as open source software and out...Show More
This video explores the use of public domain and licensed copyright materials as inputs to commercial innovation. Interviews with successful UK media firms reveal how the availability of certain expressions, such as open source software and out of copyright artistic works, can be combined with new artistic inputs to generate commercial products. Show Less
COVID-19: Careers in Chaos
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a unique form of workplace change: one that impacted every person on the planet at the same time. This video discusses the effect of coronavirus on the types of work we do and the ways in which we work. Featuring...Show More
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a unique form of workplace change: one that impacted every person on the planet at the same time. This video discusses the effect of coronavirus on the types of work we do and the ways in which we work. Featuring expert interviews, this video is ideal for students thinking about career choices and future work pathways. Show Less
Creative Force: Technology Driving Change
Businesses constantly face change. Technology drives much of it and has drastically impacted every industry and sector in recent decades. Successful small businesses embrace change and use technology smartly. Often it means continual reinvention....Show More
Businesses constantly face change. Technology drives much of it and has drastically impacted every industry and sector in recent decades. Successful small businesses embrace change and use technology smartly. Often it means continual reinvention. This video profiles Creative Force, a small business in regional south-east Australia that started as a print media-based marketing company two decades ago. Today it specialises in web and multimedia development for clients ranging from universities and major health authorities to individuals. The programme explores the impact of digital communications and the role that technology has played in completely transforming all aspects of the business over time. It is an ideal resource for upper-level learners in business, small business management, technology and related areas. Show Less
Critical Issues in Business: Success and Failure
What are the critical issues which decide the success or failure of a business? An ideal resource for senior secondary viewers, this programme reveals the inner-workings of organisations and the factors which influence their operations....Show More
What are the critical issues which decide the success or failure of a business? An ideal resource for senior secondary viewers, this programme reveals the inner-workings of organisations and the factors which influence their operations.
Business experts from a range of industries discuss the importance of the business plan, financing and budgeting, management of staff, SWOT and trend analysis, investment in technology, and how to identify competitive advantage in the market.
More than just an introduction to business concepts, the programme details ‘real world’ scenarios and the way in which modern organisations strive to succeed. Show Less
Cryptocurrency and Blockchain
Cryptocurrencies are revolutionising the way we use and relate to money. But how do they actually work? This video explains the basics of cryptocurrencies, including why they are described as decentralised, how blockchain technology works and how...Show More
Cryptocurrencies are revolutionising the way we use and relate to money. But how do they actually work? This video explains the basics of cryptocurrencies, including why they are described as decentralised, how blockchain technology works and how coins or tokens are mined. Informative and engaging, this is an essential resource for boosting secondary students' financial literacy skills in today's rapidly changing world. Show Less
CSR and Stakeholders
With Marks & Spencer providing an invaluable case study of how corporate social responsibility is applied in a real, multi-national context, this video explores the sometimes complex relationship between stakeholders and CSR. Students will gain...Show More
With Marks & Spencer providing an invaluable case study of how corporate social responsibility is applied in a real, multi-national context, this video explores the sometimes complex relationship between stakeholders and CSR. Students will gain insight into how CSR can have a positive impact on the opinions and experiences of staff, employees and shareholders, and the tensions that can arise when stakeholder interests and CSR operations don’t align. Show Less
CSR and the Triple Bottom Line
Coined in the early 1990s, the term ‘triple bottom line’ is often used in dialogue around corporate social responsibility to define the three interrelated areas by which modern companies should measure their success: people, planet and...Show More
Coined in the early 1990s, the term ‘triple bottom line’ is often used in dialogue around corporate social responsibility to define the three interrelated areas by which modern companies should measure their success: people, planet and profit. Students will gain valuable insight into how the triple bottom line affects business operations in a practical, measurable sense by seeing it explained in the context of multi-national retailer, Marks & Spencer. Show Less
CSR in Action: Benefits and Limitations
Corporate social responsibility has the potential to create lasting positive changes in the communities with which a business interacts, increase an organisation’s trustworthiness and the fulfilment of their employees. However, CSR comes at a...Show More
Corporate social responsibility has the potential to create lasting positive changes in the communities with which a business interacts, increase an organisation’s trustworthiness and the fulfilment of their employees. However, CSR comes at a price and can unearth new tensions between businesses, their stakeholders and supply chains. In this video, students will explore the many benefits and limitations of this unavoidable part of modern business operations. Show Less
