This document provides an overview of the key topics and sub-topics covered in the Business Studies Grade 12 curriculum. It is organized into 4 main learning outcomes: 1) business environment, 2) business ventures, 3) business roles, and 4) business operations. Each learning outcome contains several sub-themes that will be covered, such as entrepreneurial qualities, forms of ownership, leadership theories, human resource activities, and industrial relations. An introduction and outline is provided for each of the main topics and sub-topics to guide students in their learning.
“Ensuring Competitive Advantage and Sustainability: an Overview of Obligation...inventionjournals
Corporate Governance is a buzz word in the field of economic administration, regulatory framework and behavioral sciences. The subject of corporate governance has its relevance and significance to varied stakeholders in different ways. In fact, Corporate Governance is a form of obligation, which a corporate body has towards shareholders, employees, customers, Government, Public and towards the Society. Organizations, which are known for good governance by fulfilling all these obligations with a proper blend, are the lead players for the others to follow for securing better and effective competitive advantage. Keeping in mind these varied obligations, Organizations and corporate bodies regularly updating their policies and practices especially for continued competitive advantage but the process of updating is not so easy, they have to find it in a pro-active manner to withstand in the market. The present research paper with this in view aimed at understanding the framework of corporate governance and its role in securing better and effective competitive advantage from the ambit of various stakeholders with a broader consideration from the angle and obligation of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility. Further, the study remarked the changing nature obligations for existence of corporate bodies under dynamic environment. The research paper also differentiated the gap between theory and practice in adoption of sustainability practices. Finally, the research paper ends with some suggestions and ways for better and good governance for organizational sustainability.
This is a pre-publication version of a paper that was accepted for presentation at the British Academy of Management 32nd Annual Conference on the 5th September, 2018.
The latest European Union’s (EU) guiding policies are encouraging big businesses and state-owned organisations to disclose their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. Many European member states have transposed the EU’s directive 2014/95/EU on non-financial reporting. This directive has presented a significant step forward toward the as its “comply or explain” approach has encouraged organisations to disclose a true and fair view on their organisations’ financial and ESG capitals. Hence, this paper makes specific reference to some of the corporations’ best practices as it identifies areas for improvement in corporate governance issues. It explains how three major European banks are following the recommendations of their national regulatory institution, as they have reviewed the roles and responsibilities of the corporate boards and management. In many cases, they have anticipated the regulatory, legal, contractual, social and market-driven obligations. This contribution contends that there are significant implications for financial services corporations who intend following the right path toward responsible corporate governance and ethical behaviours.
The popularity of Corporate Social Responsibility: A strategic reviewIOSR Journals
Abstract : Purpose: This research paper aims to explore a research question: Why Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) should be popularized instead of imposed? Methodology: Answering the question CSR literature with the test of both theoretical and practical perspectives by following qualitative interview method. This research paper reviews the practical assessment of latest thinking about CSR. This research investigates three questions, these are: who are the investors of CSR, who makes decisions about CSR and potential implications of CSR? Findings: Most relevant theoretical framework offers guidance to managers where CSR is morally attractive force of business through legislative power. Imposed questions are revealed to answers of first two questions are quiet apparent. The answer of third question is inference that indicates three major findings. These are: the costs of CSR remain unrecognized, it helps the managers to take decisions, and CSR have government and civil society implications which we scarcely think. Practical Implications: The capacity of business can contribute to society that has proved through huge expenditure of firms. This paper concludes to encourage the business sensibly by using the popularity CSR as business duty. Value: This paper provides vital information on CSR as a business function.
“Ensuring Competitive Advantage and Sustainability: an Overview of Obligation...inventionjournals
Corporate Governance is a buzz word in the field of economic administration, regulatory framework and behavioral sciences. The subject of corporate governance has its relevance and significance to varied stakeholders in different ways. In fact, Corporate Governance is a form of obligation, which a corporate body has towards shareholders, employees, customers, Government, Public and towards the Society. Organizations, which are known for good governance by fulfilling all these obligations with a proper blend, are the lead players for the others to follow for securing better and effective competitive advantage. Keeping in mind these varied obligations, Organizations and corporate bodies regularly updating their policies and practices especially for continued competitive advantage but the process of updating is not so easy, they have to find it in a pro-active manner to withstand in the market. The present research paper with this in view aimed at understanding the framework of corporate governance and its role in securing better and effective competitive advantage from the ambit of various stakeholders with a broader consideration from the angle and obligation of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility. Further, the study remarked the changing nature obligations for existence of corporate bodies under dynamic environment. The research paper also differentiated the gap between theory and practice in adoption of sustainability practices. Finally, the research paper ends with some suggestions and ways for better and good governance for organizational sustainability.
This is a pre-publication version of a paper that was accepted for presentation at the British Academy of Management 32nd Annual Conference on the 5th September, 2018.
The latest European Union’s (EU) guiding policies are encouraging big businesses and state-owned organisations to disclose their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. Many European member states have transposed the EU’s directive 2014/95/EU on non-financial reporting. This directive has presented a significant step forward toward the as its “comply or explain” approach has encouraged organisations to disclose a true and fair view on their organisations’ financial and ESG capitals. Hence, this paper makes specific reference to some of the corporations’ best practices as it identifies areas for improvement in corporate governance issues. It explains how three major European banks are following the recommendations of their national regulatory institution, as they have reviewed the roles and responsibilities of the corporate boards and management. In many cases, they have anticipated the regulatory, legal, contractual, social and market-driven obligations. This contribution contends that there are significant implications for financial services corporations who intend following the right path toward responsible corporate governance and ethical behaviours.
The popularity of Corporate Social Responsibility: A strategic reviewIOSR Journals
Abstract : Purpose: This research paper aims to explore a research question: Why Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) should be popularized instead of imposed? Methodology: Answering the question CSR literature with the test of both theoretical and practical perspectives by following qualitative interview method. This research paper reviews the practical assessment of latest thinking about CSR. This research investigates three questions, these are: who are the investors of CSR, who makes decisions about CSR and potential implications of CSR? Findings: Most relevant theoretical framework offers guidance to managers where CSR is morally attractive force of business through legislative power. Imposed questions are revealed to answers of first two questions are quiet apparent. The answer of third question is inference that indicates three major findings. These are: the costs of CSR remain unrecognized, it helps the managers to take decisions, and CSR have government and civil society implications which we scarcely think. Practical Implications: The capacity of business can contribute to society that has proved through huge expenditure of firms. This paper concludes to encourage the business sensibly by using the popularity CSR as business duty. Value: This paper provides vital information on CSR as a business function.
Recognize the importance of photosynthesis for our survival;
Identify the reactants and products of photosynthesis;
To draw the absorption and action spectrum of photosynthesis
Explain and illustrate the two phases of photosynthesis.
Define what is respiration
Differentiate aerobic from anaerobic respiration
Explain the 4 main stages of aerobic respiration
Explain the process of fermentation
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Human Rights Impact Assesments And Corporate ResponsibilityAviva Canada
This presentation is a companion piece to a larger work that looks at the grand tension between the corporate model of wealth generation and human
rights abuses. I advocate that the integration and implementation of pre-emptive risk management
tools can operationalise corporate human rights obligations within the UN Ruggie framework. In the
context of a case study analysis of water privatisation in Argentina, I have placed specific focus on the
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Definition & application :
- Context and Definition
- Value analysis
- Concrete cases
- Lessons learned
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Xavier Heude founded also the “PEERS Direct Investment” – registered trademark in 2011, after having stated for many years, that there are still quite few incentives and operational frameworks and guidelines allowing and encouraging a large public to invest in socially responsible business activities or to support valuable social initiatives.
A network is being built, in order to contribute to expand the mark and get it known worldwide.
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Building organisational reputation through responsible corporate social inves...Bolaji Okusaga
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2. Learning
outcomes
Learning Outcome:1
Business environment
Learning Outcome: 2
Business ventures
Learning Outcome: 3
Business Roles
Learning Outcome: 4
Business operation
3. Business studies topic’s
Learning outcome 1,2
Business
Environments 1 Business Ventures 2
1.Business environments
Micro environment
1. Entrepreneurial
Marco environment qualities
Market environment
2. Strategies 2. Key success
Types of strategies
3.Corporate citizenship
factors
Corporate citizenship Responsibility
Characteristics of Corporate Social
3. Forms of
Investment ownership
4.Impact of recent legislation on
business 4. Insurance
5.Business environments and the three
sectors 5. Investments
4. Business studies topic’s
Learning outcome 3,4
Business roles 3 Business operation 4
1.Problem solving 1.The human
2.Business ethics resource
3.Leadership and 2.Industrial relation
management 3.Qualities
4.Conflict
5.Careers/teamwork
5. Introduction to Learning outcome:1
sub-themes
Business environment Management influence Factors
Micro Full control Vision, mission, strategy, and
objective.
Organizational culture
Organizational Structure
Organizational Resources
Business function
Working environment
Macro Management can influence factors Consumers
in the environment Suppliers
Civil society
Strategic allies
Regulators
Competitors
intermediaries
Market No control Social environment
Economical environment
Political environment
Global environment
Legal environment
Demographical environment
Cultural environment
Physical environment
Institutional environment
Technological environment
7. 3. Corporate Citizenship
•CSR encourages businesses to consider the interest
of society
•CSR has been emphasized in South Africa since the
1990’s
Characteristics of CSR
•To contribute towards sustainable development
•Government expects business enterprises to make a
CSI contribution
•CSI is enforced by law
•CSI plays a positive role in the development of
communities
8. Sub-themes
4.Impact of 5. Business environment
legislations and the three sectors
1. Types of Acts Primary sector
The National Credit
Act Secondary sector
Broad base Black Tertiary sector
Economic
Empowerment Act
South African
Qualification
Authority Act
9. Introduction to learning
outcome:2 sub themes
1. Entrepreneurial qualities
• Positive attitude
• Clear vision
• Flexible
• Energetic
• Able to take calculated risk
10. 2.Key success factors
Sustainability
Profitability
Customer base
A great idea
Competent works
12. 4. Insurance
Forms of insurance
A contract between the insurer and the insured
Long term Short term Compulsory
insurance insurance insurance
For goods Life insurance Unemployment
fund
Road accident
fund
Assurance insurance
Covers for events that will Covers for events that might
happen happen
13. 5.Investment
1. Types of investment
Shares
Unit trusts
Retirement annuities
Life insurance
14. Introduction to learning
outcome:3 sub-theme
1.Problem solving
•Types of problem solving skills
1. The problem solving cycle
•Advanced problem solving skills
1. Creative thinking
2. Idea generation
3. Indigenous knowledge
•Problem solving techniques
1.Forced flied analysis
2.Chair technique
3.Delphi technique
4.Nominal group
5.Brainstorming
6.Forced combination
15. 2.Business ethics
Corporate social responsibility
Leadership issues
Contribution made by business
Issues concerning relation issues between
different companies
16. 3.Leadership and
management
Leadership theories
1. Authoritarian
2. Super leaders
3. Transactional theory
4. Transformational theory
5. Transitional theory
6. Charismatic theory
7.Democratic theory
8.Lassies-faire theory
17. 4.Conflict
1.Types of conflict
Colleagues on the same level of management
A manager and s subordinate
Interpersonal conflict
Intra-group conflict
Intergroup conflict
Inter-organizational conflict
2.Causes of conflict
Miscommunication
Personality clashes
Different values
Unfair treatment
Discrimination
18. 5.Teamwork
1.Effective Team
Joint action by a group to complete a given
task
Has a clear task and deadline
Has necessary skills
Has common desire to accomplish their goals
Respect one other’s skills
Show mutual respects and trust
Support one another
19. Introduction to Learning
outcome:4
1. The human resource activities
Human resource planning
Job analysis
Recruitment
Selection
Interviewing
Orientation
Placement
remuneration
2.Legislational on the human resource
Labour relational Act
Basic condition of employment
Employment Equity Act
Skills Development Act
20. 3. Industrial relational (IR)
IR is the process through which employers
and employees interact, and through
which they regulate conflict in workplace.
IR deals with relationships with works and
their unions.
Industrial relational also looks at the rights
of workers.
21. 4.Trade unions
Roles and function of trade unions
Improve working conditions
Encourage decision making process
Prevent retrenchment
Ensure fairness among workers
Function
Represent workers
Lobbying
Collective bargaining
Support gender equality
Access pension and provident funds