2. GRADED UNIT 2
F8KF 35

3. Graded Unit 2 – F8KF 35
The Graded Unit 2 is project based, the project allows the learner to work independently on a case study.
It is split into three sections
Planning (Theory – 10%)
Developing (Computational & Theory – 75%)
Evaluation (Theory – 15%)

4. Method of Delivery Introducing the Case Study
All Sections of the case study discussed
Explain Planning Section
Scenario to help them relate “key factors”
Deadlines issued – all sections
November – March
Avoid a clash with GU3

5. Developing Section Flexible Delivery MADM & MAPC integration
MADM Outcome 1 – Relevant Costing
MADM Outcome 5 – Capital Investment Appraisal
2012/2013 – MAPC Outcome 1- ABC
Progress meetings throughout (approx 2-3)
Reasonable help - VLE

6. GRADED UNIT All projects used Excel and Word
Students submitted a hard copy
Electronic copy was uploaded to VLE
Allows the marker to comment on errors
Allows the tracking of consequential errors
Kept a record of errors and marks allocated

7. Understanding standards
Login details available from your SQA Co-ordinator

8. GRADED UNIT - MAIN POINTS
Planning Section
Expansion of key factors
Identification of further research
Developing Section
Calendar (weeks, occupancy %, servicing)
Existing hire costs would change
Treatment of overheads (absorption and allocation)
Reasonable assumptions and comments
Budgetary Control
Alternatives/additional profitability

9. GRADED UNIT - MAIN POINTS
Evaluation Section
Reflection was personal
Modifications to the original plan
Future changes