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Which of the following is NOT a key factor that influences international business decisions?
Which of the following is NOT a key factor that influences international business decisions?
What is the primary distinction between a traditional economic system and a market economic system?
What is the primary distinction between a traditional economic system and a market economic system?
Which of the following is NOT an effective management technique for achieving organizational success?
Which of the following is NOT an effective management technique for achieving organizational success?
Which economic indicator measures the total value of goods and services produced within a country's borders in a given period?
Which economic indicator measures the total value of goods and services produced within a country's borders in a given period?
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Which of the following is an example of a trade barrier?
Which of the following is an example of a trade barrier?
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Study Notes
Economic Systems
- Economies rely on four factors of production: land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.
- Scarcity arises from limited resources conflicting with unlimited wants.
- Four main economic systems exist: traditional, market (capitalism), command (socialism/communism), and mixed.
- Capitalism prioritizes private ownership and market forces.
- Socialism emphasizes government control.
- Communism involves complete government ownership and control.
- Privatization transfers state-owned businesses to private ownership.
Measuring Economic Performance
- Key indicators for economic performance include GDP, GNP, inflation, unemployment, and the business cycle.
International Trade and Business
- International trade involves exchanging goods and services across borders, enabling access to diverse products.
- The balance of trade compares exports and imports, showing a surplus or deficit.
- Governments use trade barriers (tariffs, quotas, embargoes) to protect domestic industries.
- Trade agreements (like NAFTA, EU, WTO) aim to reduce trade barriers.
- Businesses expand internationally through several methods, including licensing, contract manufacturing, and joint ventures.
- Important considerations for international business include political, economic, socio-cultural, and technological factors.
Management Structures and Functions
- Organizations can adopt vertical (hierarchical) or horizontal (flat) structures.
- Management encompasses planning (setting goals), organizing (resource allocation), and controlling (performance monitoring).
- Effective decision-making requires using data and insights.
- A clear mission statement defines an organization's purpose, values, and objectives.
- Motivating employees and fostering a positive work environment is critical for effective management.
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Test your knowledge on economic systems, including traditional, market, command, and mixed economies. Explore key indicators for measuring economic performance such as GDP and unemployment, along with concepts in international trade. Challenge yourself to understand how these elements interact in the broader economy.
