Module 11: Business Studies
Business finance and financial institutions.
Use this workbook to practice core KCSE communication skills and record evidence of progress.
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SECTION: BUSINESS STUDIES
MODULE: 11
Part A: Units
1. Business finance
a. Sources of capital
b. Internal sources
c. External sources
d. Importance of finance
2. Financial institutions
a. Commercial banks
b. Non-bank financial institutions
c. Functions of financial institutions
Part B: Project
Analyze financing options for a small business idea.
Project Title: Funding a Small Business
Objective: Identify funding sources and understand financial institutions.
Project Instructions:
- 1. Describe a simple business idea in your community.
- 2. List two internal and two external sources of capital.
- 3. Choose one financial institution and outline its functions.
- 4. Explain why finance is important for your business idea.
- 5. Consult your coach where necessary.
Evidence to Submit:
- • Business idea description.
- • Funding sources list.
- • Financial institution summary.
Submission
Part C: Training Others
Teach a peer about capital sources and banks.
Guidance:
- • Define internal vs external sources of finance.
- • Discuss one role of commercial banks.
- • Use an example of a small business decision.
Reflection:
- • What did the learner understand well?
- • What needed more explanation?
- • What support do you need from your coach?
Submission
Part D: Assessment
Competency Levels:
1 = Expectations not met
2 = Partially met
3 = Satisfactorily met
4 = Excellently met
Self-assessment:
- • Sources of capital:
- • Financial institutions and functions:
- • Importance of finance:
Coach assessment:
- • Sources of capital:
- • Financial institutions and functions:
- • Importance of finance:
Submission
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