International Business Awareness: Political Environment
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Which of the following factors are included under the Social category affecting consumer behavior?

  • Technological improvements
  • Demographics and cultural attitudes (correct)
  • GDP growth
  • Government regulations
  • Technological trends only focus on R&D and do not include automation.

    False (B)

    What impact do political factors have on the business environment?

    Political factors influence regulations, policies, and the overall operating environment for businesses.

    GDP growth is an important factor in the ______ category of the business environment.

    <p>Economic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following environmental categories with their descriptions:

    <p>Social = Trends in society that affect consumer behavior Technological = Improvements and innovations in technology Economic = Measures related to GDP and inflation Political = Government policies and regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key political institution that may influence business?

    <p>Corporation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Environmental protection laws fall under the Economic category of the business environment.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one way businesses can influence the political environment.

    <p>Lobbying government officials or political parties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'E' in STEEP analysis stand for?

    <p>Economic factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Students are encouraged to use their phones during class for any reason.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should students do if they arrive more than 5 minutes late to class?

    <p>They should enter during the break.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    STEEP analysis is used to assess the _____ environment in a country.

    <p>macro-economic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of STEEP analysis with their definitions:

    <p>S = Social factors affecting consumer behavior T = Technological advancements impacting production E = Economic conditions influencing market stability P = Political landscape influencing regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to understand economics for international trade?

    <p>To negotiate better terms and understand market conditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Taking notes in groups is encouraged during the Economics lesson.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to know how to 'decode the real tea' behind economic headlines?

    <p>It means understanding the implications and meanings behind economic news.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function of government is responsible for making, amending, or replacing laws?

    <p>Legislative function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main goal of business is to ensure stability and growth.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a democratic political system regarding lobbying?

    <p>The right to seek to influence government thinking and behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ___ function of government puts decisions into effect.

    <p>executive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Lobbying = Seeking to influence government decisions Corruption = Taking gifts for favors Legislature = Body that makes laws Executive Branch = Implements and enforces laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do governments express concern over professional lobby organisations?

    <p>They can lead to corruption. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most lobbying is done overtly and openly in all countries.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between business and politics?

    <p>They are interrelated and dependent on each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of a democratic electoral system?

    <p>Freedom from coercion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Authoritarian political systems often involve regular and fair elections.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a country that operates under a democratic system.

    <p>United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a democratic system, turnout in elections is based on __________ adult suffrage.

    <p>universal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of an electoral system?

    <p>Control over the media (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Deregulation and privatization can contribute to political stability.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a pressure group?

    <p>To articulate sectional interests and influence government policy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    STEEP Analysis

    A framework used to analyze the external environment of a country or region, covering political, social, economic, environmental, and technological factors.

    Fiscal Policy

    The use of government spending and taxation to influence the economy.

    Monetary Policy

    The use of interest rates and money supply to influence the economy.

    Inflation

    The rate at which the general price level of goods and services rises in an economy.

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    Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

    The total value of goods and services produced in a country in a given period.

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    Exchange Rate

    The rate at which one currency can be exchanged for another.

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    Production

    The process of creating goods and services.

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    Consumption

    The process of acquiring and using goods and services.

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    Political Environment

    The political context within which businesses operate, encompassing government policies, regulations, tax policies, and corruption.

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    Social Environment

    The factors and trends in society, demographics, lifestyles, education, and cultural attitudes that influence consumer behavior.

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    Technological Environment

    Technological advancements, automation, research and development, and the impact of technology on businesses.

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    Economic Environment

    Economic indicators such as GDP growth, GDP per capita, inflation, taxation, government spending, and consumption.

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    Environmental Environment

    Environmental protection laws, sustainability practices, and the impact of business activities on the environment.

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    Politics

    The process of resolving conflicts and making decisions in the interest of stakeholders such as companies, voters, and NGOs.

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    Politicians

    Individuals involved in political processes and decision-making.

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    How Political Factors Affect Business

    The impact of political factors, such as government policies and regulations, on the business environment.

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    Representative Assembly

    A system where citizens have the right to vote and elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

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    What is Government?

    A system of government where power is exercised by institutions like parliaments, cabinets, or committees.

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    Authoritarian System

    A system where a single ruling family controls the country, often a kingdom or a similar structure.

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    Democratic System

    A system where the government is based on the consent of the governed, emphasizing principles like liberty, equality, and fraternity.

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    Electoral System

    A system where individuals can choose their own leaders through regular elections, with rights like free speech and a secret ballot.

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    Pressure Groups

    Organized groups that try to influence government policy through lobbying and advocacy.

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    Lobbying Groups

    Groups that seek to influence government decisions through direct lobbying, often representing specific interests.

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    Political Factors Affecting Businesses

    Factors that affect business operations, including taxes, regulations, and political stability.

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    Legislative Function

    The branch of government responsible for making, amending, or replacing laws. Examples include Congress in the US or Parliament in the UK.

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    Executive Function

    The branch of government responsible for putting laws into effect. Examples include the president or Prime Minister and their cabinet.

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    Judicial Function

    The branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying laws. Supreme Court and other courts are part of this branch.

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    Goal of Business

    The primary goal of a business is to generate profit. Companies seek to create and deliver products or services that people value and are willing to pay for.

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    Goal of Government

    The primary goal of a government is to ensure stability and promote growth within its jurisdiction. This includes providing essential services like healthcare, education, and infrastructure, while also maintaining order and security.

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    Lobbying

    Lobbying is the act of influencing government decisions on behalf of a particular interest group. Businesses and organizations use lobbyists to advocate for policies that benefit their interests.

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    Corruption

    Corruption refers to dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, often involving bribery, embezzlement, or abuse of power for personal gain. It undermines trust in government and institutions.

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    Local Politicians & Corruption

    Local politicians are often more susceptible to corruption than those at higher levels, as they may have fewer checks and balances on their power.

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    Study Notes

    International Business Awareness: Year 1 Block 2 - The Political Environment

    • The course is about the political environment in International Business Awareness (IBA) Year 1 Block 2.
    • The course utilizes a model called STEEP Analysis to assess the macro-economic environment in a country or region.
    • STEEP analysis assesses five key factors influencing macro-economics, Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental and Political.
    • Social factors include trends in society, demographics, lifestyles, education, cultural attitudes affecting consumer behavior.
    • Technological factors include technological trends, improvements, automation, and research and development (R&D).
    • Economic factors include GDP growth, GDP per capita, inflation, money printing, taxation, government spending and consumption.
    • Environmental factors cover environmental protection laws and sustainability.
    • Political factors include government policies, regulations, tax policies, and corruption.

    Introductions

    • Students are asked to work in groups of 3-4 to discuss their biggest concerns regarding the economy.
    • One student is assigned to take notes and share the findings later.

    Your Teacher

    • Covers the teacher's qualifications and reasons for becoming a teacher.
    • Includes the teacher's concerns regarding the economy.

    Ground Rules

    • The learning environment is serious, and not a high school.
    • Punctuality is essential, students should arrive on time or during a designated break to avoid dismissal.
    • Use of phones should be limited, only to lesson activities and a laptop is recommended
    • Online chatting is not allowed.
    • Students are free to leave if they do not want to participate.

    Why Economics?

    • Businesses operate in an interconnected world: requires understanding of economics for international exchange, rates, investment decisions, effects of fiscal and monetary policies.
    • Requires understanding to make smart money moves and be successful in business.
    • Includes understanding of production, consumption, inflation, price changes, and how these relate to headlines.

    Weekly Overview

    • The course is structured by weeks with different political and economic topics (e.g., Political Environment, Economic Environment, Social Environment).

    • Listed are the specific chapters covered and the books used to support theoretical knowledge.

    Model used in this block: STEEP Analysis

    • This is a tool to assess the socio-political and economic factors.
    • Each letter represents an important aspect of the environment.

    Contents

    • Course content includes assessment details, literature requirements, week 1 learning objectives, political environment and recap.
    • An exam is case-based, combining multiple choice and open-ended questions related to operations and supply chain management (OPS & SCM) and International Business Awareness (IBA).
    • The exam aims to asses elements needed for critical thinking and Business Economics (BEC) courses

    Literature

    • The course uses "The Business Environment: A Global Perspective (8th Edition)" by lan Worthington, Chris Britton, and Ed Thompson and other required interactive content.
    • The text includes the relevant chapter numbers for both the customized textbook and the 8th edition of the main text, if necessary.

    Week 1: Learning Objectives

    • Explain the political context where businesses operate.
    • Demonstrate the relevance of political values to business activities.
    • Identify and discuss political institutions and processes across varying spatial events.
    • Illustrate how business influences and is influenced by the political environment..

    What is Politics?

    • Defining politics as a set of processes in determining how conflicts are resolved and handled.
    • Politicians focus on the needs of stakeholders (e.g., companies, voters, NGOs).

    How do political factors affect business environment?

    • Covers political stability, tax impact, laws, corruption, trade controls, and deregulation/privatization.

    Political systems

    • Explains different electoral and party systems, the role of government, types of political systems: democratic and authoritarian and the roles of each part of a democratic system

    The electoral system

    • A system of regular elections, often every 4-5 years.
    • Based on universal adult suffrage (all adults have the right to vote.)
    • Includes some freedom of speech, movement, assembly.

    A system for articulating sectional interests

    • The ways politically active groups can be organised: pressure groups or lobbying organisations.

    The three branches, arms or functions of government

    • Provides three key functions for a government: legislative, executive and judicial.

    Relationship between business and politics

    • Business and politics needs are interwoven and mutually dependent.
    • Business pursues profit; government seeks stability and growth.

    The business of lobbying

    • Businesses engage in lobbying.
    • Different kinds of ways to reach out to representatives, like through organisations in specific fields or professional lobbyists.

    The business of lobbying (Discussion questions)

    • Discusses why governments may have concerns over professional lobbying organizations.
    • Explores why some industries and businesses resort to lobbying organizations.

    Corruption

    • A form of unethical behavior involving tangible or intangible gifts, that impacts global business dealings.
    • More pervasive in certain countries.

    Recap

    • Politics significantly influences the business environment.
    • Businesses and governments interact to achieve individual goals.
    • Politicians and business can take advantage and exploit, and this negatively impacts consumers.
    • Corruption presents a significant challenge to international trade.

    Article

    • Students should read an article about a specific political figure's guilty conviction of bribery.
    • Specific questions about the article and political figures are provided

    Survey quality of education

    • Details the survey about course quality and deadlines.
    • Includes a reminder that students need to know their class and language group number to evaluate their specific courses.

    Quiz week 1

    • Students are informed about the 1st week quiz and are instructed on where to see the questions.

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    Explore the political environment of International Business Awareness in Year 1 Block 2. This quiz utilizes STEEP Analysis to evaluate the macro-economic factors affecting international business, including social, technological, economic, environmental, and political aspects. Test your understanding of how these factors influence business strategies globally.

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