Business Concepts and Ethics Quiz

Offshoring vs. Outsourcing

• Offshoring: Moving business operations to another country for cost efficiency.
• Outsourcing: Hiring external companies to handle specific tasks or processes.

Four Factors of Production

• Land: Natural resources.
• Labor: Human effort.
• Capital: Tools and equipment.
• Entrepreneurship: Innovation and risk-taking.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Corporation

• Advantages: Limited liability, easier access to funding, perpetual existence.
• Disadvantages: Complex regulations, double taxation, less personal control.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Sole Proprietorship

• Advantages: Full control, easy to start, tax benefits.
• Disadvantages: Unlimited liability, limited resources, dependency on owner.

Free Trade vs. Protectionism

• Free Trade: Promotes international trade without restrictions.
• Protectionism: Uses tariffs and quotas to protect domestic industries.

Business Ethics and the Titanic Wreck Company

• Ethical concerns: Safety standards, accountability, and transparency in operations.

Business Ethics and Whistleblowers

• Whistleblowers expose unethical practices within a company, promoting accountability, but often facing retaliation.

NAFTA and the New USMCA

• NAFTA: North American Free Trade Agreement (1994).
• USMCA: Updated 2020 version, emphasizing fair labor and environmental policies.

Sharing Economic Benefits

• Focus on equitable distribution of wealth to reduce inequality and promote social well-being.

Business Ethics and Company Code of Ethics

• A code of ethics sets guidelines for responsible business practices, fostering trust and accountability.

Business CSR and ESG

• CSR: Corporate Social Responsibility, focusing on positive social impact.
• ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria for sustainable and ethical operations.

Marketing and the SWOT Analysis

• SWOT: Identifies Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats for strategic planning.

Red Seal Program and Job Training

• Certification for skilled trades in Canada, ensuring national standards and mobility.

Marketing and Types of Pricing Strategies

• Examples: Cost-based, value-based, penetration, skimming, and competitive pricing.

Organization for International Standards

• Known as ISO, sets global quality and safety standards for products and services.

Improving Productivity

• Strategies: Technology upgrades, employee training, streamlined processes, and effective management.

The Purpose of the Company's HR Department

• Manages recruitment, employee relations, training, and compliance with labor laws.

Mass Production vs. Batch Production vs. Craft Production vs. Mass Customization

• Mass Production: High volume, identical goods.
• Batch Production: Limited groups of products.
• Craft Production: Handmade, unique items.
• Mass Customization: Tailored products in large quantities.

4Ps of Marketing

• Product: Goods or services offered.
• Price: Cost to the consumer.
• Place: Distribution channels.
• Promotion: Advertising and sales.

Retail vs. Not-for-Profit vs. Manufacturing vs. Service Style of Business

• Retail: Sells goods directly to consumers.
• Not-for-Profit: Focuses on social missions, not profit.
• Manufacturing: Produces goods.
• Service: Provides intangible products (e.g., consulting).

Income Statement Accounts vs. Accounts Found on a Balance Sheet

• Income Statement: Revenue, expenses, profits/losses.
• Balance Sheet: Assets, liabilities, equity.

The Accounting Term for Quickly Turning an Asset into Cash

• Liquidity.

Balance Sheet and Income Statement Calculations

• Balance Sheet: Assets = Liabilities + Equity.
• Income Statement: Net Income = Revenue - Expenses.

Test your knowledge on essential business concepts such as offshoring vs. outsourcing, factors of production, and the advantages and disadvantages of corporation and sole proprietorship. Explore the implications of free trade versus protectionism, and ponder ethical concerns in business practices. This quiz will provide a comprehensive overview of foundational business principles.