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Sample learner work

Notes for teacher/tutor:

Sample learner work follows for the assignment Job roles and Functional Areas in Business, targeting learning aim A (2A.P1, 2A.P2, 2A.M1, 2A.D1). This assignment is available at www.btec.co.uk/business2012

This sample shows how one learner responded to the assignment. There are no standard or set answers. This sample reflects evidence that might be submitted by a strong learner working towards a distinction grade. It must be remembered that all learners will approach their assignments in different ways. Share this sample with your colleagues and learners to develop understanding of BTEC levels of Pass, Merit and Distinction.

It is important to note that two documents (not shown) must be used when assessing real learner work:

● A learner declaration, signed by the learner to confirm the work is their own.

● An assessor feedback sheet, signed and dated by the assessor with comments as to whether the learner has achieved some/all of the targeted criteria, as well as strengths and areas for improvement.

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Assignment 1

Task 1 (L1A.1)

A functional area is a department within a business. Most businesses have a finance department who will look after the money of the business.

Tesco will have a finance department who will make sure that each shop are making a profit and will pay wages to employees. In the local leisure centre they will also have a finance department who will pay wages to employees but they will also ensure that each department is not over spending.

Tesco will also have a customer service department who deals with the concerns of customers and helps them with queries. The leisure centre will also have a customer service department who will be dealing with the every day queries customers have such as what time do they open, when is the swimming pool available.

Assessor comment

This is a basic explanation of the...