Leaving Cert Business

In this episode, we explore the key consumer rights and protections that exist within Ireland and the European Union. We discuss the important role of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) in educating consumers and enforcing legislation such as the Consumer Rights Act 2022. The episode outlines the rights consumers have when purchasing goods, services, and digital content, including entitlements to refunds, repairs, or replacements.
We also explain how consumers can enforce their rights through processes such as the Small Claims Procedure and how personal data is protected under GDPR. Beyond legal protections, the episode examines the growing importance of ethical and sustainable consumer behaviour, highlighting how purchasing decisions can support responsible businesses and reduce environmental impact.
Finally, we look at how digital technology has transformed the way people shop, providing greater convenience and access to information while also creating new risks such as impulse buying, online scams, and data breaches. This episode provides a clear overview of the responsibilities and protections that shape modern consumer decision-making.

Choosing between Leaving Cert Business and Economics can be challenging. In this episode, we compare the focus of each subject: Business, which explores how companies operate and make decisions, and Economics, which examines how markets and the wider economy work.
We look at key topics like entrepreneurship and leadership in Business and supply, demand, and government policy in Economics, as well as the different thinking styles each subject requires. Finally, we explain the practical assessments, including the Business Investigation Project (40%) and the Economics Research Study (20%), helping you decide which subject might suit you best.

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In this episode, we explore The Rationale for Planning for Leaving Certificate Business. We break down the key ideas students need to understand, including why organisations experience change, the reasons employees may resist change, and how businesses can encourage innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
We also examine how managers can overcome resistance to change and why strategic planning is essential for guiding organisations toward long-term success. The episode explains important tools such as force-field analysis, which helps businesses evaluate the forces for and against change, and the role of contingency planning in preparing for unexpected crises.
By the end of the episode, students will understand the benefits of strategic planning, the importance of planning for change, and the key factors businesses must consider when developing effective contingency plans. This episode is designed to help Leaving Cert students review the topic in a clear, exam-focused way.

Today, we break down the business growth journey, from analysing competition and using Porter’s Five Forces to building competitive advantage, adapting strategies, and expanding through technology, mergers, franchising, and global e-commerce. Perfect for students and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to understand how real businesses grow sustainably in competitive markets.

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Today we explore business risk. The possibility of loss entrepreneurs face from financial, operational, and market challenges. We categorise specific threats such as economic downturns, compliance failures, and cyberattacks.
Crucially,we outline a four-step management process (Identify, Assess, Take Action, Monitor) and detail strategies to mitigate harm, including avoidance, diversification, prevention, and specific insurance policies to ensure survival.
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