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Which of the following is NOT a component of the business environment?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the business environment?
What does the internal environment of a business include?
What does the internal environment of a business include?
Which of the following best describes for-profit organizations?
Which of the following best describes for-profit organizations?
Which of the following is a factor included in the macro environment?
Which of the following is a factor included in the macro environment?
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What is one of the categories used to classify business organizations?
What is one of the categories used to classify business organizations?
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What is the main purpose of not-for-profit organizations?
What is the main purpose of not-for-profit organizations?
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What characterizes the primary sector of the economy?
What characterizes the primary sector of the economy?
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What defines a large business based on employee count?
What defines a large business based on employee count?
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Which type of organization only operates within one country?
Which type of organization only operates within one country?
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What differentiates a multinational company from a global company?
What differentiates a multinational company from a global company?
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Study Notes
Business Environment Overview
- Business environment consists of external forces that impact operations and decisions within a business unit.
- Influences nature, location, pricing, distribution, and personnel policies of businesses.
- Comprises both internal and external elements.
Components of Business Environment
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Internal Environment:
- Encompasses the 5 M's: Man, Money, Material, Machinery, Management.
- Factors are generally within the business's control and adaptable to operational changes.
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External Environment:
- Contains elements that create opportunities and threats.
- Divided into Micro Environment and Macro Environment (PESTEL framework).
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PESTEL Factors:
- Political
- Economic
- Social
- Technological
- Environmental
- Legal
Types of Organizations
- Businesses can be classified by several criteria:
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Purpose:
- For-profit: Aim to generate profit; funds can be reinvested or distributed.
- Not-for-profit: Provide services without profit intent; funded through donations or volunteers (e.g., UN, UNICEF).
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Industry:
- Primary: Directly uses natural resources (e.g., agriculture, mining).
- Secondary: Manufactures goods.
- Tertiary: Delivers services.
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Size:
- Small: Fewer than 50 employees or revenue below £5.6m/$5.6m.
- Medium: 50-249 employees or revenue between £5.6m/$5.6m and £22.8m/$22.8m.
- Large: 250 or more employees or revenue over £22.8m/$22.8m.
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Sector:
- Private sector: Individually owned businesses.
- Public sector: Government-owned organizations.
- Voluntary sector: Charitable organizations.
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Scope:
- Local: Focused on community markets and limited operations.
- National: Operates within one country's borders.
- International: Exports goods to foreign markets without local establishments.
- Multinational: Active operations in several countries (typically 2-10).
- Global: Engaged in operations across many countries worldwide.
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Description
This quiz explores the various components that shape the business environment and their significance in business operations. Understanding economic, social, and other environmental factors is essential for running a successful business unit. Take the quiz to enhance your knowledge of how these elements affect business decisions.
