Overview
Assessment Guidance
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Unit Learning Outcomes
1
Understand the relationship between the external environment and business organisations.
Assessment Criteria
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1.1
Describe the distinguishing features and workings of different types of organisation and the environments within which they operate.
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1.2
Explain the importance of positioning organisations within their sectors.
2
Be able to analyse the impact of environmental forces on organisations and the way they are configured.
Assessment Criteria
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2.1
Apply environmental analysis techniques to public sector, private sector and voluntary sector organisations.
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2.2
Assess the impact of external forces on organisational structure, strategy, activities and performance.
3
Understand the legal status of different types of organisations.
Assessment Criteria
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3.1
Explain the legal classifications of different organisations.
4
Understand the contribution of business functions and organisational structures to the overall purpose and performance of organisations.
Assessment Criteria
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4.1
Explain how business functions contribute to organisational objectives.
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4.2
Describe different types of organisational structure.
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4.3
Analyse the effect of organisational structure on the performance of organisations.
5
Understand the importance of organisational policies and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective operation of organisations.
Assessment Criteria
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5.1
Explain the importance of policies and procedures in achieving organisational goals.
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5.2
Explain the impact of non-conformances to organisational policies and procedures.