### Lesson Plan: Introduction to Business Management
**Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 3
**Subject:** Commerce
**Duration:** 90 minutes
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#### **Lesson Objectives:**
1. **Knowledge:** Students will understand the basic concepts of business management.
2. **Understanding:** Students will be able to explain the importance of business management in the world of commerce.
3. **Application:** Students will apply basic management principles to hypothetical business scenarios.
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#### **Materials Needed:**
- Whiteboard and markers.
- PowerPoint presentation (optional).
- Handouts on key business management concepts.
- Case studies for group activity.
- Projector (if using a multimedia presentation).
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#### **Lesson Outline:**
##### **1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- **Warm-Up Activity:**
Ask students to brainstorm what comes to mind when they hear the term "business management." Write their responses on the board.
- **Hook:**
Show a brief video clip (3-4 minutes) that highlights the importance of business management in successful companies.
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##### **2. Direct Instruction (20 minutes)**
- **Presentation:**
Deliver a PowerPoint presentation or a lecture covering:
- Definition of business management.
- The role of a manager.
- Basic functions of management: Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling (POLE).
- Different styles of management (e.g., autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire).
- **Handouts:**
Distribute handouts summarizing the key points discussed.
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##### **3. Guided Practice (30 minutes)**
- **Activity:**
Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a case study that requires making business management decisions.
- **Instructions:**
Each group should identify the main problem in the case study, discuss possible solutions using management principles, and prepare a brief presentation.
- **Facilitation:**
Walk around and facilitate group discussions, answering questions and guiding students as needed.
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##### **4. Group Presentations (15 minutes)**
- **Presentation:**
Each group presents their business management solutions to the class.
- **Class Discussion:**
After each presentation, open the floor for questions and discuss the viability of their solutions.
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##### **5. Independent Practice (10 minutes)**
- **Homework Assignment:**
Students are to write a one-page reflection on what they learned about business management and how they might use management skills in their future careers.
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##### **6. Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- **Recap:**
Summarize the main points of the lesson.
- **Q&A:**
Allow students to ask questions for clarification.
- **Preview:**
Briefly outline what will be covered in the next lesson to maintain continuity.
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#### **Assessment:**
- Participation in group activities and discussions.
- Quality and depth of group presentations.
- Engagement during Q&A sessions.
- Homework reflection assignment.
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#### **Differentiation:**
- **For advanced learners:** Provide more complex case studies with additional variables.
- **For struggling learners:** Offer additional support during group work and simplified handouts.
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#### **Homework Reflection Prompt:**
Write a one-page reflection on what you have learned about business management in today’s lesson. Consider the following questions:
- What is business management?
- Why is it important in commerce?
- How do you think you can use management skills in your future career?
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### **Notes for Teacher:**
- Ensure that the groups are mixed-ability to foster peer learning.
- Monitor the time carefully to ensure each segment of the lesson is adequately covered.
- Be prepared to provide additional examples if students struggle with the case studies.
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This lesson plan aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to business management, engage students with interactive activities, and assess their understanding through varied methods.