SUBJECT: BUSINESS STUDIES

GRADE : 12

TASK : PRESENTATION

TERM : 2

YEAR : 2024
 BUSINESS STUDIES GRADE 12 PROGRAMME OF ASSESSMENT
2024
TERM TASK FORM OF ASSESSMENT CONTENT DATE

1 Case Study At least 4 topics as per the 2024 ATP March 2024
in Term 1
1

2 Controlled Test 1 Control test should cover at least 5 March 2024

topics as per the 2024 ATP for Term 1

3 Presentation At least 4 topics as per the 2024 ATP of Term 2 April/May 2024
2

4 Mid-year Examination Covering all term 1 and term 2 topics May/June 2024

5 Project Term 3 topics as per the 2024 ATP July/August 2024

3
6 Preliminary Examination Covering all the FOUR topics terms 1-3 August/September 2024
 Terms of reference for all tasks
CASE STUDY

• Teachers must provide learners with the topics on which the case study will be based for
assessment.
• Learners are to be given one week to collect resources on the topics
• The case study must be administered and completed within two hours under controlled
conditions.
• Case studies are a very good way of keeping the subject up-to-date and relevant.
• Learners are presented with a real-life situation, a problem, or an incident related to the topic.
• Each formal assessment task must consist of only one assessment activity
• They should draw on their own experience or prior learning to interpret, analyse and solve a
problem or set of problems and make suggestion/s and or recommendation/s to defend their
arguments.
• Case studies may be taken from newspaper articles, magazine articles, video clips, or radio
recordings and all sources must be acknowledged.

CONTROLLED TESTS

Two tests, written under controlled conditions, are prescribed for Grades 10 - 12. These tests
must adhere to the following:
• They must be completed by all classes in the same grade on the same day.
• Where there is more than one teacher, an agreement must be reached on the scope as well
as the date and time of the tests.
• All learners write the same test under examination conditions.
• The duration of each of these tests must be one and a half hours for 100 marks.
• The two tests must be written in Terms 1 and 3 as per the revised programme of assessment
• Tests must cover the different cognitive levels in examinations. See the table on cognitive
levels under Examinations in the following section.
• Tests must also include problem-solving questions.
• Tests must cover a range of integrated topics, as determined by the annual teaching plan
work schedule and the assessment plan.
• Questions must comply with year-end examination standards.
ANNEXURE A
BUSINESS STUDIES CONSOLIDATION SCHEDULE

NAME OF LEARNER:________________________________________

SCHOOL :____________________________________

TASKS TOTAL OBTAINED INTERNAL EXTERNAL

MOD MOD
Case study 50
Controlled Test 100
Presentation 50
June mid-year 300
Examination
Project 50
Preliminary 300
Examination
TOTAL 850
FINAL SBA
MARK (850) 100

We hereby certify that these marks are a true reflection of the above learner’s work
Signature Date
Learner

Educator

Principal/DH
ANNEXURE B

DECLARATION BY THE LEARNER

SCHOOL NAME : _____________________________

NAME OF THE LEARNER : ______________________________

TEACHER’S NAME : ______________________________

I hereby declare that all pieces contained in this learner portfolio are my original work and that
if I have used any sources, I have acknowledged them.

I will endeavour to keep my work original and not plagiarize other sources/people’s work. I
agree that if it is determined by the relevant authorities that I have engaged in any fraudulent
activities whatsoever in connection with my SBA mark, I shall forfeit completely for this
assessment (s)
_______________________ ______________

LEARNER’S SIGNATURE DATE

________________________ ______________
PARENT/ GUARDIAN DATE
As far as I know, the above statement by the learner is true and I accept that the work offered
is his/her name
_________________________ _______________

TEACHER’S SIGNATURE DATE

SCHOOL STAMP
ANNEXURE C

EVIDENCE OF GRADE 12 SCHOOL

MODERATION
DISTRICT

SUBJECT

GRADE

NAME OF SCHOOL

NAME OF EDUCATOR (S)

NAME OF HOD

DATES

10% of portfolios must be moderated for school-based moderation

MODERATION

QUALITY / STANDARD OF ASSESSMENT TASK YES NO COMMENTS

Does the task correspond with the programme of

assessment?

Are the case study/controlled tests/Final exams CAPS

compliant?

Is there evidence that the DH/ Senior Teacher moderated the

task?

Does the task reflect the content coverage for the term and
the grade as per abridged CAPS chapter 4?

Is the duration of the task indicated and in accordance with

the abridged CAPS chapter 4?

Are the instructions clear?

Is the mark allocation/ weighting for the task in accordance

with CAPS section 4?

Does the task incorporate the different cognitive levels

(Bloom’s Taxonomy)?

Does the task reflect the use of a variety of data response

questions? (Cartoons, graphs, pictures, etc.)
ASSESSMENT TOOLS

Are the assessment tools e.g. rubric, memoranda,

checklists, etc. for every assessment task included in the
educator’s portfolio file?

Is a correct assessment tool used as indicated in the CAPS

document and SBA guideline?

Is a tool consistently applied during the assessment of the

task?

MARKING

Are the tasks dated? By the marker and moderator(s)

Is marking done according to assessment tools?

Are the marks correctly added and recorded?

RECORDS

Is the subject working mark sheet/record sheets included

in the teacher’s file?

Are the working mark sheets/record sheets per the CAPS?

Are the learners’ marks corresponding with the working

mark sheet/ record sheets?

Are the marks correctly converted according to the

weighting as reflected in the CAPS document?

Number of activities completed Specify:

NR Presentation/ June
Examination

NAMES OF LEARNERS MARK ALLOCATED BY MARK ALLOCATED BY

WHOSE PORTFOLIOS WERE
MODERATED 1. TEACHER 1. TEACHER
2. DH / SUBJECT HEAD
3. MODERATOR 2. DH/ SUBJECT HEAD
3. MODERATOR

AREAS OF GOOD PRACTICE

 CHALLENGES

RECOMMENDATIONS/FOLLOW-UP

____________________ _____________ ___________

HOD MODERATOR SIGNATURE DATE

__________________ ____________ ____________

TEACHER SIGNATURE DATE

____________________ __________ ___________

CLUSTER MODERATOR SIGNATURE DATE

 BUSINESS STUDIES

GRADE 12 TERM: 2

NAME OF SCHOOL:_________________ TASK: 2 PRESENTATION

MARKS: 50

ISSUE DATE: __________________SUBMISSION DATE:________________

SURNAME OF LEARNER: _________________________________________

NAME OF LEARNER : _________________________________________

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT:
Business Strategies
Business sectors and their environments
BUSINESS OPERATIONS:
Quality of performance
BUSINESS VENTURES:
Management and leadership
Investment: securities

FINAL MARK

50
Marks
 INSTRUCTIONS

Learners are required to:

1 Complete this task to indicate their understanding of the following sub-topics:
• Business Strategies.
• Business sectors and their environments.
• Quality of performance.
• Management and Leadership.
• Investment: Securities.

2 Read the instructions for each question and respond appropriately.

3 Attach the evidence of research/findings for QUESTION 2.1.

4 Required to use the links and the websites to get enough information.

5 Adhere to the written and oral presentation dates to avoid unnecessary

penalties.
 PART A: WRITTEN PRESENTATION
Business Strategies
1.1 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
NATHOO TRADERS(NT)

Nathoo Traders is experiencing a decline in sales due to a demand for their

products. They added new products that are related to existing products that will
appeal to new consumers. NT also applied an intensive strategy by opening
new branches in other provinces.

1.1.1 Identify the type of diversification strategy applied by NT. Motivate your
answer by quoting from the scenario above. (2)
1.1.2 Explain the advantages of intensive strategies (2)

2.1 Select a business from any of the three business sectors and conduct research
using newspaper clips, business articles, business magazines, news 24, and any
business websites to answer the following questions:
Business Sectors

2.1.1 Name the sector in which the selected business operates. Motivate your
answer by providing a picture/newspaper article of the business. (2)

2.1.2 Identify TWO challenges experienced by the business. (2)

2.1.3 Classify the challenges according to the THREE business environments.

(2)
2.1.4 State the extent of control the business has over EACH business
environment identified in QUESTION 1.1.3. (2)

Use the table below as a guide to answer QUESTION 2.1.2 - 2.1.4

CHALLENGES BUSINESS EXTENT OF CONTROL
ENVIRONMENT
(2.1.2) (2.1.3) (2.1.4)
1.
2.

Quality of performance
2.2 Outline the differences between quality control and quality assurance (2)

2.3 Explain how the quality of performance of the administration function can
contribute to the success of the business. (2)
2.4 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow:
GRAY LIMITED (GL)

Gray Limited manufactures computers for various businesses. GL can afford

to purchase quality raw materials and equipment to avoid faulty products.
They also promote a positive business image by fulfilling the needs of their
buyers.

2.4.1 Identify TWO total quality management (TQM) elements applied by GL.
Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario above.

Use the table as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 2.4.

TQM ELEMENTS MOTIVATIONS

1.
2.
(4)
2.5 Advise business on the impact of total quality management (TQM) if poorly
implemented by businesses. (4)
Management and leadership
2.6 Choose one of the following leadership styles:
o Autocratic leadership style
o Liassez – fair leadership style
o Transactional leadership style
o Charismatic leadership style
2.6.1 Make a presentation in the form of PowerPoint/ Cue cards.
Submit your PowerPoint presentation/ Cue- cards as evidence to your teacher.
Use the following criteria to prepare your presentation
o Situation in which the leadership style could be applied (2)
o Advantages of the leadership style (2)
o Disadvantages of the leadership style. (2)

2.6. Discuss the situational leadership theory. (2)

Investment: Securities

2.7 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow:
PILLAY MOTORS (PM)
Pillay Motors has recently increased its profitability and market share, the
business is in the process of investing surplus. PM considered the investment
period a possible risk in the different investments.

2.7.1 Name TWO factors to consider that PM when making an investment

decision in the scenario above. (2)
2.7.2 Explain the factors to consider when making an investment decision
identified in QUESTION 2.7.1. (2)
2.8 Advise the business on the functions of the Johannesburg Securities Exchange.
(4)
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 RUBRIC TO ASSESS THE GRADE 12 PRESENTATION

PART A: WRITTEN PRESENTATION

ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARK 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS 5 MARKS TOTAL

CRITERIA MARKS
Business The learner did The learner The learner 2
Strategies not identify the identified the identified the
type of business business
diversification strategies only. strategies and
strategy and was motivated the
motivated by answer by
quoting from the quoting from the
scenario scenario.
The learner did The learner The learner 2
not discuss the discussed ONE discussed TWO
advantages of the advantage of advantages of
intensive intensive intensive
strategies. strategies. strategies.
ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 2 MARK 1-2 MARKS 1-2 MARKS 1-2 MARKS
CRITERIA
The learner did not 2.1.1 The learner 2.1.2 The learner 2.1.3 The learner 2.1.4 The learner 8
provide pictures to named the identifies only only classifies ONE stated only ONE
support the name of business sector ONE challenge
OR TWO OR TWO extents
the business sector, only supported by OR identifies TWO
identify challenges, pictures/articles but challenges. challenges of control
and state the extent could not identify according to the
of control. challenges, classify THREE business
them, state the environments.
business sector,
identify challenges,
and state the
extent of control.
ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARKS 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS
CRITERIA
Explain the The learner could The learner The learner The learner The learner 2
differences not explain the provided only ONE provided only ONE provided TWO provided TWO
between quality differences. fact for quality fact for quality facts for quality facts for quality
control and control OR ONE control and ONE control and ONE control and TWO
quality assurance. fact for quality fact for quality fact for quality facts for quality
assurance. assurance. assurance. assurance.

ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARKS 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS 6 Marks

CRITERIA
The learner did not The learner The learner The learner The learner 2
explain how each explains ONE fact explains TWO explained to explained FOUR
business function how each business facts about how THREE facts how facts about how
contribute to the function each business each business each business
success of the contribute to the function function function
business. success of the contributes to the contribute to the contributes to the
business. success of the success of the success of the
business. business. business.
ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARKS 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS
CRITERIA
The learner did not The learner The learner The learner The learner 4
identify the quality identified ONE identified ONE identified TWO identified TWO
management quality quality quality quality
element (TQM) management management management management
applied by GL and element (TQM) element (TQM) elements (TQM) elements (TQM)
did not provide applied by GL and applied by GL and applied by GL and applied by GL and
motivations. did not provide provided ONE provided ONE provided TWO
motivations. motivation. motivation. motivations.
ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARKS 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS 6 MARKS 7-8 marks
CRITERIA

The learner did not The learner chose The learner chose The learner chose The learner chose The learner chose The
choose any ONE leadership ONE leadership ONE leadership ONE leadership ONE leadership learner
leadership style style and provided style and provided style and provided style and provided style and provided discussed
that answered ONE fact for the TWO facts for the TWO facts for the TWO facts for the TWO facts for the ONE fact
questions on the question on question on question on the question on the question on the or TWO
application, application OR application OR application and application and application and facts for
impacting both positive OR positive OR ONE fact OR TWO facts OR TWO facts OR situational
positives and negative only. negative only. positive OR positive OR positive and TWO theory
negatives. negative only. negative only. facts negative
only.
ASSESSMENT 0 MARK 1 MARK 2 MARKS 3 MARKS 4 MARKS 6-8 MARKS
CRITERIA

The learner did not The learner names The learner named The learner named The learner named 4
name the TWO the ONE factor to the ONE and the TWO and the TWO and
factors to be be considered explained ONE explained ONE explained TWO
considered when when making an factors to be factors to be factors to be
making an investment decision considered when considered when considered when
investment decision and did not provide making an making an making an
an explanation investment investment investment
decision decision decision
The learner did not The learner The learner The learner The learner
provide advice on provided ONE fact provided TWO provided THREE provided FOUR 4
the functions of JSE. on the function of facts on the facts on the facts on the
JSE. function of JSE. function of JSE. function of JSE.

TOTAL PART A 40