• Young people take on the challenge of locating a potential business in Stratford city - strong persuasive skills are requires to convince hard nosed investors!
• Uses functional Maths, communication and team working skills.
• Suitable for KS4 Business Studies and Geographers.

This resource requires use of functional Maths, English, Communication Skills and the ability to work in teams. It will also enhance Unit 1 of Applied Business Studies and is suitable for course work in Geography focusing on the impact of regeneration on business.

This resource challenges young people to present a business case to developers to attract investment in a potential new company. They analyse a start up company and demonstrate how locating in Stratford City would impact on its bottom line, culminating in a business challenge day.

The resource simultaneously seeks to inspire young people to consider careers in the commercial sectors, where an estimated 26,000 jobs will be created including those in the European business quarter of Stratford City.

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