JSS1 First Term Business Studies Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Here they are;
Week 1: Introduction to Business Studies
Lesson Note: Introduce students to the concept of business studies.
Activities: Discuss the importance of studying business, brainstorm examples of businesses, and show basic business structures.
Week 2: Types of Businesses
Lesson Note: Explore different types of businesses (sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation).
Activities: Group discussions on advantages and disadvantages of each business type, and case studies on real-world examples.
Week 3: Business Environment
Lesson Note: Examine the factors influencing the business environment.
Activities: Field trip to local businesses, class discussions on external factors affecting businesses.
Week 4: Business Ethics
Lesson Note: Introduce the concept of ethics in business.
Activities: Role-play scenarios, debates on ethical dilemmas in business.
Week 5: Introduction to Marketing
Lesson Note: Overview of marketing principles.
Activities: Create simple marketing plans for hypothetical products, analyze advertisements.
Week 6: Marketing Mix (4 Ps)
Lesson Note: In-depth study of product, price, place, and promotion in marketing.
Activities: Design a product and develop a marketing strategy for it.
Week 7: Money and Banking
Lesson Note: Introduction to the role of money and banks in business.
Activities: Simulate basic financial transactions, discuss the functions of banks.
Week 8: Entrepreneurship
Lesson Note: Explore the concept of entrepreneurship.
Activities: Guest speaker from a local entrepreneur, create a business plan for a small venture.
Week 9: Production and Operations
Lesson Note: Understanding the production process in businesses.
Activities: Factory tour (if possible), analyze production methods.
Week 10: Risk and Insurance
Lesson Note: Introduction to risk management and the concept of insurance.
Activities: Case studies on business risks, discussion on insurance types.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review key concepts covered in previous weeks.
Activities: Group discussions, quizzes, and interactive review sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Prepare students for the upcoming examination.
Activities: Practice exams, review sessions, and clarification of doubts.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Recap the course content and provide guidance for further study.
Activities: Class reflections, distribution of certificates or recognition, and farewells.
Note: Adjust the lesson plans based on the pace of the class and the specific curriculum requirements.
