Entrepreneurship: Midterm Review

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Which financial statement provides a snapshot of a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time?

  • Balance Sheet (correct)
  • Income Statement
  • Statement of Retained Earnings
  • Statement of Cash Flows

Which of the following best describes the role of 'positioning' in marketing?

  • Negotiating favorable shelf space in retail stores.
  • Determining the geographical location of target customers.
  • Establishing a distinct place for a product or service in the minds of consumers. (correct)
  • Analyzing the financial position of the company.

What is the primary difference between managerial and financial accounting?

  • Managerial accounting follows GAAP, while financial accounting does not.
  • Managerial accounting is used internally by company management, while financial accounting is for external stakeholders. (correct)
  • Managerial accounting focuses on past performance, while financial accounting focuses on future projections.
  • There is no significant difference between managerial and financial accounting.

Which of the following is the best description of 'brand equity'?

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Which aspect of human resources is most closely related to ensuring employees have the skills and knowledge needed to perform their jobs effectively?

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Within the context of financial markets, what do 'bulls' and 'bears' represent?

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What does the acronym 'STP' stand for in marketing?

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What is the concept of 'sunk costs fallacy' primarily related to?

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What is the main goal of 'Lean Manufacturing'?

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What does 'lifetime value of a customer' measure?

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What is the 'accounting equation'?

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What is the purpose of 'budgeting and variances' in financial management?

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What do the '4 Ps' of marketing typically refer to?

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Which of the following best describes 'just-in-time' manufacturing?

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What is the primary focus of supply chain management (SCM)?

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What is the significance of 'DEI' in Human Resources Management?

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What is the difference between direct and indirect distribution?

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Which of the following is an example of a fringe benefit?

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How does 'made-to-order' production differ from 'made-to-stock'?

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Why is understanding key financial statement terms important for entrepreneurs?

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Flashcards

Organization Structure

The basic structure of an organization, including its hierarchy, roles, and responsibilities.

Primary Research

Research that involves gathering new data directly from sources.

Secondary Research

Research that involves using existing data that has already been collected.

STP

Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning; a three-step marketing framework.

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USP (Unique Selling Proposition)

A unique aspect of a product or service that distinguishes it from competitors.

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4 Ps

The marketing mix elements: Product, Price, Place, Promotion.

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Brand Equity

The commercial value of a brand derived from consumer perception of the brand name.

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Price Floor and Ceiling

Setting a price floor to prevent prices from going too low or a ceiling to prevent them from going too high.

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Major Pricing Strategies

Approaches to pricing, such as cost-plus, competitive, or value-based pricing.

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PESO Model

A model for marketing that integrates Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned media.

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360 Degree/Integrated Marketing

Marketing strategy that uses all available methods to reach the customer.

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Lifetime Value of a Customer

The projected revenue that a customer will generate during their relationship with a business.

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Just-In-Time Manufacturing

Production of goods only when needed to minimize inventory costs.

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Balance Sheet

An accounting statement summarizing a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

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Income Statement

A financial statement reporting a company's financial performance over a period of time.

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Current Ratio

Short-term assets divided by short-term liabilities.

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Long-Term Solvency Ratio

A type of financial ratio that measures a company's ability to meet its long-term debt obligations.

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ROS (Return on Sales)

Return on Sales; measures a company's profitability.

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ROA (Return on Assets)

Return on Assets; measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profit.

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Overhead

The cost of resources required to run a business.

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Study Notes

  • BUS 261: Intro to Entrepreneurship Midterm Review Sheet

Organization Structure

  • Types of structures are important in defining how a business is set up and operates.

Marketing

  • Primary research vs. secondary research
  • Qualitative vs. quantitative research
  • STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning)
  • Types of segmentation strategies exist.
  • Features vs. benefits
  • Positioning/USP (Unique Selling Proposition)
  • Competition analysis
  • 4 Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion)
  • Brand equity is a key asset for companies.
  • Direct vs. indirect distribution channels
  • Price floor and ceiling
  • Value vs. price considerations
  • Major pricing strategies
  • PESO (Paid, Earned, Shared, Owned) model
  • 360 degree/integrated marketing

Sales & Customer Service

  • Hunters vs. Farmers sales roles
  • Commission structures
  • Lifetime value of a customer

Production & Operations

  • Made-to-order vs. made-to-stock production
  • Overall concept of Lean Manufacturing
  • Just-In-Time manufacturing

Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics

  • Overall understanding of what SCM (Supply Chain Management) is
  • How problems can arise within SCM

Accounting

  • Managerial vs. Financial accounting
  • Public accounting practices
  • GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board), SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission)
  • Accounting Equation

Financial Statements

  • Balance sheet
  • Income statement analysis
  • Key financial statement terms
  • Profits vs. cash
  • Current ratio
  • Long-term solvency ratio
  • ROS (Return on Sales)
  • ROA (Return on Assets)
  • Overhead, allocation methods
  • Budgeting & Variances

Finance

  • Debt vs. equity
  • Markets and securities
  • DJIA (Dow Jones Industrial Average), S&P 500, NASDAQ
  • Bulls vs. bears
  • Interpreting stock data includes:
    • Ticker symbol
    • Market Cap (Market Capitalization)
    • Volume
    • EPS (Earnings Per Share)
    • High/Low stock prices
    • Beta
  • Time value of money
  • Risk vs. reward
  • Sunk costs fallacy

Human Resources Mgt

  • DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
  • Talent management
  • Wages vs. salary
  • Fringe benefits
  • Vesting
  • Learning & development programs
  • Performance management, pay for performance strategies
  • Employment at will
  • Main legal requirements for HR
  • Employee/labor relations

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