BT Textbook Syllabus
Search- A1The Purpose And Types Of Business Organisation
- A2Stakeholders in business organisations
- A3Political and legal factors affecting business
- A4Macro-economic Factors
- A5Micro Economics Factors
- A6Social and Demographic Factors
- A7Technological Factors
- A8Environmental and sustainability factors
- A9Competitive Factors
- C1The Relationship between Accounting and Other Business Functions
- C2Accounting and Finance Functions within Business Organisations
- C3Regulation and Financial Crime
- C4Financial Information provided by Business
- C5Financial Systems and Technology
- C6Internal Controls
- C7The Impact of Advances in Technology
Syllabus A
The Business Organisation And Its External Environment
A1The Purpose And Types Of Business Organisation
Define business Organisation
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Features of Business Organisations
Different Business Organisation
Industrial & Commercial Sectors
Types of Business Organisation
A2Stakeholders in business organisations
Stakeholders
Agency Relationship
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Internal, Connected and External Stakeholders
How Different Stakeholder Groups Interact
The Mendelow Framework
A3Political and legal factors affecting business
External Analysis
Sources of Legal Authority
Data Protection and Security
A4Macro-economic Factors
Macro-economic policy
Business Activity in the Economy
Economic Issues
Economic Policy
A5Micro Economics Factors
Demand & Supply of Goods & Services
Elasticity of Demand
Economic Behaviour of Costs
Perfect, Imperfect and Monopolistic Markets
A6Social and Demographic Factors
Social & Demographic trends
Social structure, Values, Attitudes and Tastes
Measurements taken by Government
A7Technological Factors
Technological Change
Information Technology & Information sytems
Sources of Internal and External Information
A8Environmental and sustainability factors
Physical Environment
Efficient and effective Ways
Economic Sustanability
Syllabus B
Organisational Structure, Culture, Governance and Sustainability
B1The Formal and Informal Business Organisation
The Formal and Informal Business Organisation
Informal Organisation
Impact of informal organisation on the business
B2Business Organisational Structure
Structural Organisation
Basic Organisational Structure Concepts
Anthony Hierarchy
Centralisation & Decentralisation
Business Organisation
Marketing in an organisation
Advantages & Disadvantages of a Flat Organisation
B3Organisational Culture
Organisational Culture
Factors that shape Culture of Organisation
Contribution on Culture
B4Governance in Business Organisations
Purposes of Committees
Types of Committee
Advantages & Disadvantages of Committees
Chair & Secretary of a Committee
Ownership & Control
Effective Corporate Governance
B5Sustainable Business Practices
Contemporary Organisations
Responsibility of Organisations
Social Responsibility Objectives
Syllabus C
Business Functions, Regulation and Technology
C1The Relationship between Accounting and Other Business Functions
Accounting & Purchasing Procurement
Financial considerations in Production
Financial issues Associated with Marketing
C2Accounting and Finance Functions within Business Organisations
Formulation implementation and control
Main accounting & reporting functions
Management Accounting & Performance management
Main functions & treasury functions
Internal & External Auditor
Audit and assurance
C3Regulation and Financial Crime
Basic Legal Requirements
Consequences of Failing to Comply
International Accountancy Professions
Fraud & their Prevention in Business
Different Types of Fraud
Role & Duties of Managers in Fraud Detection
Policies & Procedures for handling Cash
Money Laundering
Money Laundering - Steps
Reporting Suspicions of Money Laundering
C4Financial Information provided by Business
External Reports
Management Accounting Reports
C5Financial Systems and Technology
Objectives & Policies
Main Financial Systems
Weaknesses in Accounting Systems
Computers & IT Software Applications
C6Internal Controls
Internal control & Internal check
Internal Financial Controls
Responsibilities of Management
Controls & Procedure in Business & IT Systems
Security of IT Sytems & Software
Different Systems
Features of Information Systems
C7The Impact of Advances in Technology
Cloud Computing
Artificial Intelligence and Automation
Big Data and Data Analytics
Blockchain
Cyber Attacks and Protection
Syllabus D
Leadership And Management
D1Leadership, Management and Supervision
Terms Definition & Distinction
Management
Managerial Authority, Power and Responsibility
Approaches to Leadership
Leadership Styles and Contexts
D2Individual and Group Behaviour in Business Organisations
Individual and Group Behaviour
Organisational Success
Approaches to Work
D3Team Formation, Development, and Management
A Group and a Team
Manager's Role
Effective and Ineffective Teams
D4Motivating Individuals and Teams
Motivation
Theories of Motivation & Types of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Reward
Reward Systems
D5Learning and Training at Work
Learning and Development in the Workplace
The Learning Process
Training and Development Process
Training, Development and Education
D6Review and Appraisal of Individual Performance
Performance Assessment
Performance Appraisal
Performance Appraisal Process
Benefits of Effective Appraisal
Effective Appraisal
Effectiveness of Performance Appraisal
Syllabus E
Personal Effectiveness and Communication in Business
E1Personal Effectiveness
Importance of Effective Time Management
Effective Time Management
Role of Information Technology
E2Consequences of Ineffectiveness at Work
Ineffective at Work
Ineffectiveness Affects on Organisational Performance
E3Competence Frameworks and Personal Development
Competence Framework
Personal and Continuous Professional Development
Employee Effectiveness
Personal Development Plan
E4Sources of Conflicts and Techniques for Conflict Resolution
Arising Conflict at Work
Personal and Organisational Performance
Conflict Avoidance
Conflict Resolution or Referral
Syllabus F
Professional Ethics
F1Fundamental Principles of Ethical Behaviour
Business Ethics
IFAC (IESBA) Code of Ethics
Organisational Values
Acting in the Public Interest
F2The Role of Regulatory and Professional Bodies
Codes of Ethics & Codes of Conduct
Ethical Awareness
Differentiate a Profession from an Occupation
The Role of the Accountant
F3Corporate Codes of Ethics
Definition
Typical Contents
Benefits