Exam board: WJEC Level: GCSE Subject: Business First teaching: September 2017 First exams: Summer 2019 Target success in WJEC and Eduqas GCSE Business with this proven formula for effective, structured revision; key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge. With My Revision Notes every student can: - Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner - Consolidate their knowledge by working through clear and focused coverage of the WJEC and Eduqas GCSE Business specifications - Test understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular 'Check your understanding' activities and answers - Improve exam technique through practice questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid - Revise, remember and accurately use key business terms with definitions alongside the text for quick and easy reference This revision guide covers the content of: - 2017 WJEC GCSE (A*-G) Business specification regulated by Qualifications Wales - 2017 WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Business specification regulated by Ofqual

Ensure your EAL learners succeed in Economics with a structured approach for the latest IGCSE & O Level (0455/2281) syllabuses, for examination from 2020. Written by examiners, the step-by-step approach is fully aligned to the latest Cambridge syllabuses with a comprehensive mapping grid so you can be sure of complete support. Embed comprehension for EAL students with topic guidance drawn from the syllabus and specialist vocabulary that is clearly highlighted and explained. Summary questions on every topic consolidate knowledge and understanding, while updated exam-style practice at the end of every unit builds assessment confidence. Engage students and link learning to real life with international case studies. Plus, support learning with interactive tests, exam-style practice and Student Book answers on the accompanying support site. This pack includes one print Student Book and one online Student Book. The online Student Book will be available on Oxford Education Bookshelf until 2028. Access is facilitated via a unique code, which is sent in the mail. The code must be linked to an email address, creating a user account. Access may be transferred once to a new user, once the initial user no longer requires access. You will need to contact your local Educational Consultant to arrange this.

This forward-looking book explores a unique field of entrepreneurship, in which innovative individuals directly address, or work toward addressing, environmental challenges in our world. Offering an important look at the ways entrepreneurship can tackle global issues, this title engages readers through real-world examples, discussion prompts, and critical thinking questions. The title encourages readers to recognize and take on the skills and mindset needed to achieve success as an environmental entrepreneur.

Have you ever wondered what jobs we will do in the future, or why some brands of shoes cost more than others? Explore these and many other questions as you begin your study of economics. Working in groups and on your own, you'll learn to make judgements and see how economics connects with your life. You can use this book alongside the coursebook for extra support or as perfect preparation before Cambridge IGCSE or O Level Economics. Answers are at the back of the book, giving teachers the option to set it as summer work before students start studying economics.

Completely matching the syllabus, this book equips students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to function effectively in a modern office environment. It also seeks to nurture and improve students' social responsibility, personal management skills and positive work ethics, as well as providing the foundation for further business education.

Advanced industrial nations face many difficult political and economic problems due to the accelerating pace and evolving character of technological change. In this volume, economists and political scientists discuss analytic and policy issues relating to the current state of technological capability in the United States, Japan, and Western Germany from a historical perspective and as a basis for future technological development. They also examine the problems and the issues involved in competition and cooperation among high technology firms and in evolving a more harmonious trade regime. The essays presented here explore from an international perspective the theoretical underpinnings of policy issues that are shaped by increasing internations competition and by the changing form and character of the international trade regime. Issues are discussed against the background of declining American technological dominance and intensifying competition as well as increasing international cooperation among high technology firms. Specific topics include the internationalization of basic research; the closing gap between basic and applied research; the effect of nation specific interfirm relations and various characteristics of labor markets on technological progress; and the effectiveness of various forms of government research and development assistance (or, more broadly, industrial policy). Three essays present overviews of the technological capability of and major policy issues faced by the United States, Japan, and Western Germany. Others raise major theoretical and policy issues from the perspectives of political science and economics, and address specific policy issues or groups of related issues.

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of book-keeping and accounting. Throughout the text, real-life case studies are used to illustrate principles. There are many practical exercises (with answers) and activities included. A section of GCSE questions is given at the end of the book.

With a passion for making a difference in their communities, social entrepreneurs exemplify the traits of an engaged, socially aware, 21st century citizen. What is Social Entrepreneurship? explores real-life success stories of those who make a difference around the globe. Critical thinking and discussion prompts guide readers into a meaningful exploration of ways to get involved - and be successful - in social entrepreneurship.

This timely book looks at the world's production of oil and our dependence on this natural resource. The majority of today's forms of transportation run on fuel that comes from oil, and hundreds of thousands of the items we use every day come from oil or oil-based products. Readers will find out about the origins of oil and its first use in industry, and learn how it is found, mined, and processed into many different products that are used all over the world. Real-world examples also consider the environmental and human disasters related to oil, encouraging discussion of the ethics and worldwide impact of the production, distribution, and consumption of this global resource. Possible alternatives to using oil are also discussed now that this important, non-renewable natural resource is running out.

Packed full of engaging activities, this Course Book has been developed directly with the IB to reflect all aspects of the latest SL and HL Business Management syllabus, for first teaching in 2022 with first assessment in 2024. Integrating globally contextual case studies, revised key concepts, contemporary content and support for the toolkit skills, it keeps learning fresh and develops outward-looking learners. Full assessment support is included for the strongest results. Oxford course books are developed in cooperation with the IB. This means they are: * A comprehensive match to the IB specifications * Written by experienced IB practitioners * Packed with accurate assessment support, directly from the IB * Truly aligned with the IB philosophy, challenging learners with fresh and timely TOK questions The printed course book is supported by a wealth of enhanced and topical digital resources in the online subscription to save teachers time and engage students.

Tech Industry examines the technological innovations that are transforming not only the way goods are manufactured and distributed, but also how people function in the workplace, from the farmer in the field to the pilot in the sky. Dynamic photographs and informative text sharply illustrate the momentous advancements we are experiencing in industrial technology, such as 3-D printing, product delivery by drone, and computer chips for consumers to track the path of their food from source to plate