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What is the primary purpose of risk management in a business setting?
What is the primary purpose of risk management in a business setting?
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to uncertainty in a business environment?
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to uncertainty in a business environment?
What does a risk profile represent in an organization?
What does a risk profile represent in an organization?
Which statement best reflects the concept of risk culture?
Which statement best reflects the concept of risk culture?
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In risk management, how can risk be viewed?
In risk management, how can risk be viewed?
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Which of the following are considered operational risks?
Which of the following are considered operational risks?
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What is a common financial risk faced by businesses?
What is a common financial risk faced by businesses?
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Which of the following describes a strategic risk?
Which of the following describes a strategic risk?
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What type of risk arises from political events and regulatory stability?
What type of risk arises from political events and regulatory stability?
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Which factor is NOT a component of environmental risks?
Which factor is NOT a component of environmental risks?
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What is a key approach to effectively manage risks?
What is a key approach to effectively manage risks?
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Which of the following is a potential consequence of reputational risks?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of reputational risks?
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Which of the following methods is used for identifying risks?
Which of the following methods is used for identifying risks?
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Study Notes
Uncertainty in Business
- Economic factors: Uncertainty exists in both domestic and international markets. For example, economic growth and recessions domestically and political events like US Elections and Brexit globally impact businesses.
- Political developments: Political events like corrupt officials and state capture can create uncertainty in business environments.
- Technological advancements: Rapid technological advancements, including automation, can have a significant impact on employment and business operations.
- Legislation: Changes in laws and regulations, such as BBBEE and UIF, can impact business practices.
- Consumer demands: Businesses need to be responsive to changing consumer preferences, such as the shift towards healthier food choices and cleaner energy.
Risk Management:
- Definition: The process of analyzing the probability of an event taking place and then proactively planning to minimize the potential negative impact on the business.
- Risk and strategy: Business strategy, including vision, mission, values, structure, goals, and objectives, should incorporate risk management to ensure alignment.
Types of Risks
- Operational risks: Associated with internal processes, systems, people, products, and data storage and security.
- Country risks: External factors including political events, economic conditions, and regulatory stability.
- Environmental risks: Factors like flooding, droughts, traffic, crime, socio-economic factors, competition, and technological developments.
- Financial risks: Include credit risk, currency fluctuations, interest rate changes, solvency risks, bad debt, and illiquid investments.
- Reputational risks: Stem from customer complaints, environmental damage, unethical business practices, and collaborations with unethical businesses.
- Strategic risks: Originate from poorly formulated or communicated vision and mission statements, unrealistic goals, and unsuitable organizational structures.
Managing Risks:
- Holistic approach: Integrating risk management into all business functions.
- Risk assessment: A systematic process of identifying, evaluating, and quantifying risks, considering potential positive and negative impacts.
- Risk Identification: Processes like risk workshops, stakeholder consultations, benchmarking, scenario planning, audits, and surveys are crucial for risk identification.
- Risk Management Strategy: Involves creating strategies and actions to address, mitigate, or leverage identified risks.
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Explore the various factors contributing to uncertainty in business, including economic, political, and technological influences. This quiz covers the impact of legislation and changing consumer demands on business practices and examines risk management strategies to mitigate these uncertainties.
