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2 1
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Introduction and Cash Receipts
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define source documents; Explain importance of source documents; Describe features of cash receipts; Distinguish between cash and cheque payments
Q/A on business transactions; Discussion on documentary evidence; Examination of cash receipt samples; Practical exercise filling cash receipts
Sample receipts, cash register examples, receipt books
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 1-3
2 2
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Invoice
Debit Note and Credit Note
Payment Voucher and Introduction to Books of Original Entry
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline details of an invoice; Identify all components of an invoice; Explain terms like E&OE, trade discount, cash discount; Calculate discount amounts
Detailed examination of sample invoice; Analysis of invoice components; Practical calculation of trade and cash discounts; Group discussion on invoice terms
Sample invoices, calculators, discount calculation worksheets
Sample debit notes, credit notes (red colored), comparison charts
Payment vouchers, petty cash vouchers, chart of all books of original entry
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 3-4
2 3
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Sales Journal
Posting from Sales Journal
Sales Returns Journal and Posting
Purchases Journal
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify features of sales journal; Prepare sales journal from credit sales transactions; Record transactions in proper format; Understand source documents used
Step-by-step demonstration of sales journal preparation; Practical exercise with multiple credit sales; Discussion on journal format and columns
Sales invoices, sales journal format, sample credit sales transactions
Sales journal, sales ledger accounts, general ledger format, posting examples
Credit notes issued, sales returns journal format, ledger accounts
Purchase invoices, purchases journal format, sample credit purchase transactions
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Page 8
2 4
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Posting from Purchases Journal
Purchases Returns Journal and Posting
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Post individual amounts to creditors accounts; Post total to purchases account; Complete double entry from purchases journal; Use ledger folio references
Demonstration of posting to purchases ledger; Posting total to general ledger; Practical posting exercise; Review of double entry concept
Purchases journal, purchases ledger, general ledger accounts
Credit notes received, purchases returns journal format, ledger accounts
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 14-16
3 1
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Cash Receipts Journal
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Prepare cash receipts journal; Record cash and cheque receipts; Include discount allowed column; Distinguish receipt sources
Introduction to cash receipts journal format; Recording various types of receipts; Practical exercise with cash sales and debtor payments; Discussion on discount columns
Cash receipts journal format, sample receipts, cash sales data
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Page 19
3 2
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Posting from Cash Receipts Journal
Cash Payments Journal and Posting
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Post totals to cash book and bank account; Post individual amounts to relevant accounts; Post discount totals to general ledger; Complete double entry
Demonstration of posting procedure; Practical exercise posting to cash book and ledgers; Discussion on relationship with cash book
Cash receipts journal, cash book format, general ledger accounts
Cash payments journal format, payment vouchers, receipts, ledger accounts
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 19-22
3 3
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
The Petty Cash Book - Imprest System
Petty Cash Book Preparation and Analysis
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain petty cash concept; Define and apply imprest system; Identify features of petty cash book; Understand petty cashier responsibilities
Discussion on petty cash concept; Introduction to imprest system; Examination of petty cash book format; Explanation of reimbursement process
Petty cash book format, sample petty cash vouchers, imprest system examples
Petty cash transactions, analysis cash book format, calculator, petty cash vouchers
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Page 25
3 4
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Posting from Petty Cash Book
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Post analysis column totals to general ledger; Post creditor payments to purchases ledger; Understand petty cash book as both ledger and journal
Demonstration of posting from analysis columns; Practical posting exercise; Discussion on dual nature of petty cash book; Review of all posting procedures
Petty cash book, general ledger accounts, purchases ledger
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 30-31
4 1
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
Analysis Cash Book
General Journal - Introduction and Fixed Assets
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Record transactions in analysis cash book; Use analysis columns for receipts and payments; Apply to non-profit organizations; Post analysis totals
Preparation of analysis cash book for organizations; Discussion on analysis column selection; Practical exercise for football club; Posting totals to accounts
Analysis cash book format, sample transactions for club/society, ledger accounts
General journal format, fixed asset transaction examples, calculator for gains/losses
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 31-35
4 2
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
General Journal - Opening Entries
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Prepare opening entries for new businesses; Record assets, liabilities and capital; Calculate capital as balancing figure; Apply double entry principles
Practical exercise preparing opening entries; Step-by-step calculation of capital; Discussion on starting new books of accounts; Review of double entry
Opening balance data, general journal format, calculator
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 37-39
4 3
SOURCE DOCUMENTS & BOOKS OF ORIGINAL ENTRY
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
General Journal - Closing Entries and Error Corrections
Importance of Journals
Introduction and Trading Period Concept
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Record closing entries and transfers; Correct errors through journal entries; Record miscellaneous transactions; Understand when to use general journal
Practice with closing entries; Error correction exercises; Discussion on transfer entries; Review of general journal applications
Sample closing entries, error correction scenarios, transfer examples
Discussion prompts, case study materials, summary charts
Charts showing different accounting periods, sample financial statements
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 39-40
4 4
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Determination of Profit or Loss
Cost of Goods Sold Calculations
Complex Profit and Loss Calculations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define gross profit and gross loss; Calculate gross profit using basic formula; Explain the relationship between selling price and cost; Understand returns and carriage concepts
Step-by-step calculation of gross profit; Practical exercises with simple examples; Discussion on Mrs Matendo's example; Introduction to adjustments needed
Calculators, simple profit calculation worksheets, examples from textbook
Calculators, cost of goods sold worksheets, stock calculation examples
Advanced calculation worksheets, complex business scenarios, group work materials
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 54-56
5 1
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Introduction to Trading Account
Trading Account Preparation - Basic
Trading Account with Adjustments
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define trading account; Identify components of trading account; Explain purpose of trading account; Prepare simple trading accounts
Introduction to trading account format; Demonstration using Mrs Matendo's data; Step-by-step preparation of trading account; Practice with simple examples
Trading account format sheets, demonstration materials, simple examples
Trading account formats, practical examples, balancing demonstrations
Comprehensive trading account formats, advanced examples, adjustment worksheets
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 56-57
5 2
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Importance and Applications of Trading Account
Net Profit and Net Loss Concepts
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain importance of trading account; Identify management uses; Compare business performance; Analyze gross profit trends
Discussion on trading account benefits; Case studies on business decision making; Analysis of gross profit variations; Group presentations on importance
Case study materials, performance comparison charts, presentation guidelines
Net profit calculation sheets, revenue and expense examples, comparison charts
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 58-60
5 3
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Revenue and Expense Classification
Profit and Loss Account Preparation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Classify items as revenues or expenses; Distinguish between income and expenditure; Identify debit and credit balance items; Understand trial balance classifications
Practical classification exercises; Analysis of Salim's trial balance; Group work on item classification; Discussion on debit/credit balances
Classification worksheets, trial balance examples, group exercise materials
Profit and loss account formats, demonstration materials, practice examples
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 61-62
5 4
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Profit and Loss Account from Trial Balance
Combined Trading and Profit & Loss Account
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Prepare profit and loss account from trial balance; Identify relevant items from trial balance; Calculate net profit or loss; Handle complex trial balances
Using Maneno's trial balance example; Step-by-step extraction of relevant items; Practice with complex trial balances; Error detection exercises
Trial balance examples, extraction worksheets, complex scenarios
Complete final account formats, comprehensive examples, practice materials
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 63-64
6 1
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Importance of Profit and Loss Account
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain importance to various stakeholders; Understand management uses; Identify creditor and investor interests; Analyze decision-making applications
Discussion on stakeholder needs; Case studies on business decisions; Role-play exercise with different stakeholders; Analysis of real business scenarios
Stakeholder analysis sheets, case study materials, role-play guidelines
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 61-62
6 2
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Balance Sheet Introduction
Balance Sheet Preparation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define balance sheet; Understand balance sheet purpose; Identify assets, capital and liabilities; Explain accounting equation
Introduction to balance sheet concept; Explanation of accounting equation; Discussion on financial position; Basic balance sheet structure
Balance sheet formats, accounting equation demonstrations, basic examples
Balance sheet preparation sheets, adjustment examples, balancing demonstrations
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 66-67
6 3
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Types of Capital
Capital Calculations and Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define different types of capital; Distinguish between owned and borrowed capital; Calculate working capital; Understand capital employed concept
Detailed explanation of capital types; Calculations using Upinde Traders example; Practical exercises on capital calculations; Group work on capital concepts
Capital calculation worksheets, Upinde Traders example, calculation exercises
Advanced calculation sheets, multiple scenarios, problem-solving materials
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 67-69
6 4
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Introduction to Financial Ratios
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define financial ratios; Explain importance of ratios; Introduce mark-up concept; Calculate basic mark-up
Introduction to ratio analysis; Explanation of mark-up concept; Basic mark-up calculations; Discussion on pricing strategies
Ratio calculation sheets, mark-up examples, pricing strategy materials
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 69-71
7

MID TERM EXAMS/BREAK

8 1
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Mark-up Calculations and Applications
Margin Concept and Calculations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Calculate mark-up using various methods; Apply mark-up to determine selling prices; Use mark-up in trading account preparation; Solve practical problems
Advanced mark-up calculations; Using Kiambu Traders example; Practical applications in pricing; Problem-solving exercises
Mark-up calculation worksheets, Kiambu Traders example, pricing problems
Margin calculation sheets, comparison charts, Waithera's example
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 69-72
8 2
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
MONEY & BANKING
Relationship Between Mark-up and Margin
Introduction, Barter Trade and its Limitations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Understand mathematical relationship; Convert between mark-up and margin; Apply conversion formulas; Solve complex problems
Detailed explanation of relationship; Mathematical conversion methods; Practice with conversion exercises; Problem-solving applications
Conversion formula sheets, mathematical examples, complex problems
Real exchange items, Problem scenario cards, Case study materials, Charts
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 74-75
8 3
MONEY & BANKING
Money System and Characteristics of Money
Functions of Money
Demand for Money and Supply of Money
Banking System and Development of Banking
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define money as medium of exchange. Explain evolution from barter to money. Identify and explain all characteristics of money (acceptability, divisibility, portability, durability, stability, homogeneity, cognisability, scarcity, malleability).
Exposition of money evolution. Hands-on examination of currency samples. Testing recognition of genuine vs fake money. Practical demonstration of money characteristics. Group analysis of characteristic importance.
Different currencies, Genuine and sample notes, Magnifying glass, Regional currency samples
Goods for trading, Price tags, Recording sheets, Savings scenarios, Property document samples
Budget sheets, Emergency scenarios, Investment charts, Money supply statistics, Central Bank reports
Banking system charts, Historical timeline materials, Bank category lists, Banking evolution charts
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 93-95
8 4
MONEY & BANKING
Commercial Banks and Their Services
Commercial Bank Services and Foreign Exchange
Types of Bank Accounts - Current and Savings
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define commercial banks and their profit methods. Explain accepting deposits, lending money, and safekeeping services. Detail money transfer facilities including standing orders and telegraphic transfers.
Mock bank operation setup. Deposit and withdrawal simulations. Practical money transfer exercises. Standing order setup simulation. Safety deposit demonstration.
Mock bank materials, Deposit slips, Transfer forms, Safety boxes, Play money, Standing order cards
Exchange rate charts, Advisory scenario cards, Trustee examples, Guarantor forms, Intermediary flow charts
Account opening forms, Cheque books, ATM cards, Interest calculation sheets, Comparison charts
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 100-103
9 1
MONEY & BANKING
Fixed Deposit Accounts and Account Opening Requirements
Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFIs)
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define fixed deposit accounts and their features. Calculate returns on fixed deposits. Identify requirements for opening all types of accounts. Practice account opening procedures.
Fixed deposit investment scenarios. Return calculation exercises. Mock account opening procedures. Document verification exercises. Form filling practice. Certificate examination.
Investment scenarios, Calculation sheets, Account forms, ID documents, Photographs, Certificate samples
NBFI information sheets, SACCO materials, Insurance policies, Housing finance examples, Case study materials
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 109-111
9 2
MONEY & BANKING
Micro-Finance, Agricultural Finance and Differences with Commercial Banks
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain micro-finance and agricultural finance operations. Compare NBFIs with commercial banks in terms of services, target markets, and operations. Analyze their complementary roles.
Micro-finance loan simulation. Agricultural project financing exercises. Comparison table creation. Case study analysis of differences. Group discussions on operational contrasts.
Loan application forms, Agricultural projects, Comparison charts, Case studies, Analysis sheets
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 111-113
9 3
MONEY & BANKING
Central Bank Functions
Monetary Policy Tools
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define Central Bank role in monetary control. Explain currency issuing, banker to banks, government banking, bank control, and clearing house functions. Demonstrate lender of last resort role.
Central Bank role-play activities. Currency management simulation. Inter-bank transaction examples. Government account simulation. Bank supervision demonstrations. Cheque clearing exercises.
Central Bank charts, Currency samples, Inter-bank forms, Government forms, Supervision checklists, Clearing examples
Policy charts, Interest rate examples, Securities samples, Calculation sheets, Control scenarios, Comparison tables
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 113-115
9 4
MONEY & BANKING
Modern Banking Trends
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Analyze evolution in account types and their features. Explain computer use in banking and its benefits. Detail ATM operations and their impact on banking. Assess technological improvements in banking.
Modern banking technology demonstration. ATM operation simulation. Computer banking examples. Account feature comparison. Technology impact discussions.
ATM cards, Computer demonstrations, Modern banking examples, Technology comparison charts
Mobile phones, E-banking platforms, Digital payment examples, Credit forms, Service scenarios, Mobile bank materials
KLB Secondary Business Form 4, Pages 117-119
10 1
PUBLIC FINANCE
Introduction to Public Finance and its Purpose
Purpose of Public Finance - Provision of Essential Services
Purpose of Public Finance - Economic Control and Development
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define public finance. Explain the concept of public finance. Outline the main purposes of public finance. Analyze the role of government in providing essential services.
Q/A on government services students use daily; Group discussion on why government needs money; Brainstorming on public goods vs private goods; List making of local government projects students have seen.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, pens, local examples from students' experience.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' prior knowledge and experiences.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, examples from students' local knowledge, chalk.
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 124-125
10 2
PUBLIC FINANCE
Sources of Public Finance - Overview and Classification
Government Borrowing - Internal and External
Types of Debt and Government Expenditure
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify various sources of public finance. Distinguish between internal and external sources. Classify government revenue sources. Analyze the importance of diversified revenue sources.
Brainstorming session on where government gets money; Teacher exposition using chalkboard diagrams; Group work categorizing revenue sources; Students discuss challenges in tax collection.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' observations from daily life.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, basic calculator (if available), student knowledge.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, local examples from students' environment.
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 125-127
10 3
PUBLIC FINANCE
Principles of Public Expenditure
Introduction to Tax and Taxation
Principles of Taxation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline principles governing public expenditure. Explain the concept of sanctions in public spending. Analyze the principle of maximum social benefit. Examine flexibility and economy in public expenditure.
Teacher exposition on government spending rules; Discussion on why parliament must approve spending; Students give examples of wasteful government spending they have heard about; Q/A on benefits of government projects.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' general knowledge from radio/conversations.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' shopping experiences and observations.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' market experiences and price observations.
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 128-129
10 4
PUBLIC FINANCE
Classification of Taxes - By Structure
Classification of Taxes - Direct vs Indirect
Merits and Demerits of Direct and Indirect Taxes
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define and distinguish regressive, proportional and progressive taxes. Calculate tax under different tax structures. Analyze the impact of each tax structure on different income groups. Evaluate merits and demerits of progressive taxation.
Teacher works through mathematical examples on chalkboard; Students practice calculations in exercise books; Group work comparing effects on different income earners; Supervised practice with simple numbers.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, basic arithmetic skills, simple calculation examples.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, students' knowledge of prices and salary deductions.
Chalkboard, textbook, exercise books, chalk, student experiences and observations, review questions.
KLB Secondary Business Studies Form 4, Pages 132-135
11

REVISION

12-13

END TERM EXAM


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