REPORT 191- BUSINESS STUDIES
ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES
NAME OF CAMPUS : ASHERVILLE
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NAME OF PROGRAMME PUBLIC MANAGEMENT
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SUBJECT PUBLIC FINANCE
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LEVEL N6
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ASSESSMENT TASK NO. 01
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ASSESSMENT TYPE ASSIGNMENT
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DATE 22/ 08/ 2025
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DURATION 2 WEEKS
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TOTAL MARKS 100
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ASSESSOR SC NTOBELA
MODERATOR : BE MANYATHI
THEKWINI TVET COLLEGE ASSESSMENT COVER PAGE 2019
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS: PUBLIC FINANCE N6
Topic: Budgeting in the Public Sector
Assignment Type: PowerPoint Presentation with Voice-over recording
Submission Method: Upload to Student Portal
Due Date: 22 August 2025
Lesson Objective:
To demonstrate your understanding of government budgeting processes,
principles, and importance by creating an informative and well-structured
PowerPoint presentation with a voice-over narration.
Instructions:
Create a PowerPoint presentation of 12
slides.
Ensure slides are well-organized, visually appealing, and
informative.
1. Part A: PowerPoint Presentation (12 Slides)
Your presentation must cover the following key areas:
1. Title slide. (5)
2. Definition and purpose of government budgeting. (5)
3. Types of government budget (e.g., balanced, surplus, deficit). (10)
4. Budgeting process in the public sector. (10)
5. Key components of government budget (e.g., revenue, (10
expenditure). )
6. The role of public finance in budgeting. (8)
7. The impact of budgeting on economic stability and (7)
development.
8. Fiscal policy and budgeting. (5)
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9. Budget transparency and accountability. (5)
10. Challenges in government budgeting. (5)
11. Conclusion and recommendations. (5)
12. Reference slide. (5)
TOTAL PART A: [80]
2. Part B: Voice-Over Recording:
You are required to record your voice narration explaining
each slide.
Ensure the audio is clear, well-placed, and
informative.
You may use PowerPoint’s built-in Record Slide Show feature or
any other
tool that allows you to embed audio in each slide.
TOTAL PART B: [20]
3. Submission Guidelines:
Save your presentation in .pptx format (if exporting as a
video).
Upload the final version to the student portal under the
assignment tab.
File name format: YourName_GovBudget_PFN6A/B
GRAND TOTAL: 100
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES AND MARKS DISTRIBUTION
Part A: PowerPoint Presentation
Each slide must be clearly structured, visually appealing, and rich in content.
Mark
Slide Subtopic Guidance on Content Depth
Allocation
3
Include: Assignment title,
student’s full name, subject,
1 Title Slide 5 marks
course, institution, date. Use a
professional and clean layout.
Clearly define government
budgeting and explain its
Definition and Purpose of
2 5 marks importance (e.g. planning,
Government Budgeting
control, allocation of resources).
Use short bullet points with
examples.
Mark
Slide Subtopic Guidance on Content Depth
Allocation
Explain at least 3 types: balanced,
surplus, deficit. Include
Types of Government
3 10 marks definitions, features, and a simple
Budgets
example or diagram. Marks for
clarity, variety, and explanation.
Describe the step-by-step
Budgeting Process in the process (e.g. planning, approval,
4 10 marks
Public Sector execution, auditing). Use bullet
list to explain stages.
Discuss revenue and expenditure
Key Components of in detail. Include examples like
5 10 marks
Government Budget taxes, grants, capital expenditure,
and operational costs.
Explain how public finance
Role of Public Finance in principles guide resource
6 8 marks
Budgeting allocation and budget planning.
Show links to national priorities or
service delivery.
Discuss how budgeting affects
Impact of Budgeting on
inflation, employment, service
7 Economic Stability and 7 marks
delivery, and infrastructure.
Development
Provide real-life or theoretical
examples.
Explain fiscal policy and how it’s
Fiscal Policy and used through budgeting
8 5 marks
Budgeting (taxation, spending). Use a
concise explanation with an
example.
4
Define both concepts and their
Budget Transparency and importance (e.g. public trust,
9 5 marks
Accountability reduced corruption). Include tools
like reports, audits.
List at least 3 challenges (e.g.
Challenges in
10 5 marks corruption, poor forecasting,
Government Budgeting
political interference) with brief
explanations.
Summarize key points and
Conclusion and suggest 2– 3 ways to improve
11 5 marks
Recommendations budgeting processes. Keep it
concise and reflective.
Use Harvard reference format.
12 Reference Slide 5 marks Include at least 3 academic or
official sources. Proper formatting
is important.
5
Criteria for Part B: Voice-over recording
1. Clarity and Speak clearly, at a reasonable pace (not too fast or
5 Marks
Articulation slow). Pronounce words properly. Avoid mumbling.
2. Explanation Explain the content in your own words. Show that
and 5 Marks you understand what you’re saying. Don't just
Understanding read directly from the slides.
3. Expression
Use a natural, confident voice. Vary your tone and
and 3 Marks
avoid sounding flat or bored. Show enthusiasm.
Engagement
4. Alignment What you say should match your slides. Don’t repeat
4 Marks
with Slides the text—add value by expanding or giving
examples.
5. Technical Your audio should be clear and free from background
3 Marks
Quality noise. Use a quiet space. Avoid long silences or
glitches.
