Edexcel Gcse (9-1) Business (Edexcel GCSE Applied Business)

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This textbook is consistent in the way that the book is created from beginning to end. The creation of each chapter and section are very well planned and executed. The textbook modularity is good. The index takes a while to load but clearly identifies the topic links in every chapter. Nice overview of the different business structures available. Would be nice to add “Not-for-Profits” organizations to compare and contrast other business types.

There is an obvious flow within the text. The first chapter lays out the principles of business. From there, the text progresses from ethics to marketplace to structure to strategies to finance.This book does a fantastic job of covering every possible aspect of business (from finance to labor management, to technology, and so forth) in a very concise and succinct way. The organization was well thought out and aligned with the design of an introduction to business course well. There was little need to skip around during the semester which can cause students confusion.

The general concepts of business don't change very much over time. The case studies and examples are constantly changing. There is always the next big thing as well. The textbook does a good job of keeping the information basic and evergreen. I ask the students to provide more up to date examples and talk about the latest trends. Reviewed by Kathryn Archard, Senior Lecturer, Writing Program Director, University of Massachusetts Boston on 5/27/20 While this textbook was written in 2018, it was last updated in 2023. The content presented seems up-to-date, providing students with real-world examples that are relevant to their coursework. I think there will always be room for updates, especially around management and including information from the past few years of the pandemic.The clarity of the text is clear, concise, and well suited for early college use. Students will learn new terminology throughout each chapter, with definitions and a glossary at the end of each chapter. I’m not an English major or editing expert lol but nothing jumped out at me as being grammatically incorrect. It's very in-depth. Sometimes I feel like it might be more in-depth than an introductory text. I teach a class that is supposed to be for non-business majors, and I think some more general information might be better. For all that though, I didn't find real information on some basic concepts, like SWOT analysis or the Five Forces Model. I supplemented with other material, but I think that would give some context to some of the discussions. Every chapter in this textbook contained additional ethics assignments that help incorporate diversity and different dilemmas that businesses have faced over the years. These assignments along with examples in the textbook help to create a more inclusive learning experience for students. The challenge with any books, especially business books with the need and importance to include relevant and real-life examples and case studies. Unfortunately, all of those stories are short-lived and perishable until the next big story makes them obsolete and stall.

I have utilized the text for two courses, and I cannot recall finding any technical errors with the book.The textbook uses a consistent and clear format. The terminology and framework are appropriate for an introductory level course. Complicated topic of ethics. Very relevant to incorporate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Would be nice to include more information on “Benefit Company”. The text covers the broad spectrum of relevant business topics in a thorough yet digestible manner. The level of detail, and numbering systems for each chapter is sufficient for students to gain necessary exposure, understanding, and practice on key business competencies. The additional student and instructor resources make this book an even more beneficial learning tool. This text does an excellent job covering the basic concepts of an Introduction to Business course. The features of the text are especially relevant with up-to-date examples of what’s happening in today’s organizations, ethical issues to make students think, and critical thinking questions for lively discussions. Each chapter begins with Learning Outcomes, and ends with a review of the Learning Outcomes.