Business Studies - Junior Secondary 1 - The Office

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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK THREE

Class: Junior Secondary School 1

Age: 12 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: BUSINESS STUDIES

Topic:  THE OFFICE

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define an Office

II.) Differentiate between two Types of Office

III.) The different officers in an organization

IV.) Mention the functions of an office

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the concept of an office and discuss the difference between two Types of Office

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify the different officers in an organization and describe  the functions of an office.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

THE OFFICE

An office is a designated space or area within an organization where administrative or managerial tasks are carried out. It serves as a central point for coordination, communication, and decision-making within the organization.

Types of office

  1. Traditional Office:

   - Typically located within a physical building.

   - Employees work in the office environment during fixed hours.

   - Communication often occurs face-to-face or through formal channels.

   - Examples include corporate offices, government offices, and law firms.

  1. Virtual Office:

   - Does not have a physical location; operations are conducted remotely.

   - Employees may work from home or other locations.

   - Communication primarily occurs through digital tools and technologies.

   - Examples include remote teams, freelance setups, and some startups.

The Different Officers in an Organization

Officers in an organization can include:

  1. Chief Executive Officer (CEO): Responsible for overall management and decision-making.
  2. Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Handles financial matters and strategies.
  3. Chief Operating Officer (COO): Oversees daily operations and procedures.
  4. Chief Marketing Officer (CMO): Manages marketing strategies and campaigns.
  5. Chief Technology Officer (CTO): Handles technology-related decisions and innovations.
  6. Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO): Manages human resources policies and practices.

Functions of an Office

The functions of an office typically include:

  1. Administrative Support: Handling paperwork, record-keeping, and office logistics.
  2. Communication: Facilitating internal and external communication through various channels.
  3. Coordination: Ensuring smooth collaboration and workflow among different departments.
  4. Decision-making: Providing a space for managerial decisions and strategic planning.
  5. Resource Management: Managing office supplies, equipment, and facilities.
  6. Customer Service: Handling inquiries, appointments, and customer interactions.

EVALUATION: 1. Define an Office

  1. State the differences between two Types of Office
  2. Mention 5 functions of an office

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively