Introduction to Business and Its Stakeholders
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What is the primary goal of a commercial business?

  • To produce goods and services for profit (correct)
  • To generate revenue for charitable purposes
  • To support societal welfare through donations
  • To provide services without profit
  • Which of the following is not considered a stakeholder in a business?

  • Personal friends of employees (correct)
  • Investors
  • Customers
  • Entrepreneurs
  • How do investors typically provide funding to a business?

  • By offering free services indefinitely
  • By purchasing shares in exchange for ownership (correct)
  • By giving cash donations without conditions
  • Through personal loans with no interest
  • What distinguishes a non-commercial business from a commercial one?

    <p>Non-commercial businesses generate revenue through fundraising and donations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What risk do entrepreneurs face when starting a business?

    <p>They may fail and lose their investment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the rights of an employer when recruiting employees?

    <p>To recruit employees when needed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which responsibility requires employers to give directions to their employees?

    <p>Directing employees on task performance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key right of an employer regarding employee management?

    <p>To dismiss employees fairly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an employer?

    <p>Limiting employee breaks arbitrarily (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should employers provide to ensure a clear employment relationship?

    <p>A written contract of employment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which responsibility involves ensuring that employees are compensated fairly?

    <p>Paying wages as agreed in the contract (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal act outlines fair dismissal practices for employers?

    <p>The Unfair Dismissal Act 1977-2007 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the responsibility of providing a safe work environment entail?

    <p>Ensuring all employees are trained on safety protocols (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key rights of employees?

    <p>To receive a written contract of employment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which responsibility is expected of employees?

    <p>Doing a fair day's work for a fair day's pay (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do suppliers play in the business environment?

    <p>They provide the raw materials needed by the producer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of producers in a business?

    <p>To transform raw materials into finished products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes consumers from customers?

    <p>Consumers purchase goods for their own use only (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a service provider?

    <p>A business that supplies electricity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsibility of managers in a business?

    <p>To achieve the business's goals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is correct regarding workplace safety rights?

    <p>Employees are entitled to work in a safe and healthy workplace (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary expectation of society from businesses?

    <p>To behave in a socially responsible manner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of government in relation to businesses?

    <p>To ensure competitive pricing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a co-operative relationship between employers and employees, what is one key benefit?

    <p>Skill development and training opportunities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a competitive relationship?

    <p>A win-lose dynamic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common outcome in wage negotiations in a competitive relationship?

    <p>Employees seek higher wages while employers aim to reduce costs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach best illustrates a co-operative relationship between an investor and a manager?

    <p>Mutual decision-making for business expansion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a key expectation that businesses must fulfill according to government regulations?

    <p>Obey the law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a competitive relationship, what is a likely disagreement between an investor and a manager?

    <p>Profit reinvestment versus dividend payout (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Business Definition

    An organization that creates and sells goods or services.

    Stakeholder

    A person or group affected by business operations.

    Entrepreneur

    Someone who starts a business, taking risks for profit.

    Investor Types

    Different ways of providing financial support to a business: Equity/Loan Capital,Grants.

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    Owner's Capital

    Investment in a business, making the investor partial owner.

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    Employer

    A person or organization that hires and pays employees to work for them.

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    Employer's Rights

    Legal actions an employer can take, such as hiring, giving instructions, and dismissing employees.

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    Employer's Responsibilities

    Obligations an employer has towards employees, like providing a contract, paying wages, and ensuring a safe workplace.

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    Written Contract of Employment

    A formal document outlining the terms and conditions of an employee's work, including wages, hours, and responsibilities.

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    Dismissal

    When an employer ends the employment of an employee.

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    Unfair Dismissal

    Ending an employee's contract without a valid reason or in a way that is against the law.

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    Safe Work Environment

    A workplace that is free from hazards and risks to employee safety and health.

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    Unfair Dismissal Act (1977-2007)

    A law protecting employees from being dismissed unfairly and providing legal recourse for unfair dismissal.

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    Employee's Responsibility

    Duties or obligations that employees are expected to fulfill in their work, contributing to the success of the business.

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    What is a Producer?

    A business that transforms raw materials into finished products, creating goods for sale to consumers.

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    What's a Supplier?

    A business that provides the raw materials needed by producers to create finished goods.

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    Service Provider

    A business that delivers services to other businesses, such as electricity or banking.

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    Consumer (Individual)

    A person who buys goods or services for their own personal use.

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    Consumer (Reseller)?

    A person or business that buys goods or services to resell them, often at a higher price.

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    What are Managers responsible for?

    Managers oversee the operation of a business, ensuring it achieves its goals and objectives.

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    Socially Responsible Business

    A business that operates ethically and considers the impact of its actions on society, the environment, and the well-being of others.

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    Government's Role in Business

    Governments regulate businesses through laws, taxes, and policies to ensure fair practices, protect consumers, and promote economic growth.

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    Co-operative Relationship

    A mutually beneficial relationship where both parties work together to achieve a shared goal, resulting in a win-win scenario.

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    Employer-Employee Skill Development

    Employers invest in employee training and upskilling, which increases productivity and benefits both the employee and the employer.

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    Profit-Sharing Schemes

    An employer rewards employees with a share of company profits, motivating them to work harder and improve business performance.

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    Competitive Relationship

    A relationship where parties pursue different goals, competing for resources or advantage, resulting in a win-lose scenario.

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    Wage Negotiations

    Employees seek higher wages or better working conditions, while employers aim to minimize costs, creating a potential conflict of interest.

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    Investor-Manager Conflict

    Investors prioritize profit distribution, while managers focus on business growth and reinvesting profits, leading to potential disagreements.

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    Study Notes

    What is a Business?

    • A business is an organization that produces goods or services for customers.
    • Businesses can be commercial (profit-focused) or non-commercial (not-for-profit). Non-commercial businesses may fundraise, or receive grants.

    Stakeholders in a Business

    • Stakeholders are groups affected by a business's operations.
    • Entrepreneurs: Individuals who identify a market gap and start businesses.
    • Investors: Provide funding for businesses, either through equity or loans.
      • Equity capital: Investors become part-owners.
      • Loan capital: Businesses borrow from lenders that require repayment with interest.
      • Grants: Funding from government or agencies, typically doesn't need repayment.
    • Employers: Hire employees to work within a company.
    • Employees: People who work for a company.
    • Managers: Responsible for daily operations.
    • Producers: Create products by transforming raw materials into finished goods.
    • Suppliers: Provide raw materials or services.
    • Customers: Purchase goods or services for personal or business use.
    • Society: Local and global community impacted.
    • Government: Regulates businesses through laws and taxes.

    Employee Rights and Responsibilities

    • Employees have rights, like a written contract, fair pay, and a safe workplace.
    • Employees have responsibilities, like following instructions and performing tasks.

    Manager Rights and Responsibilities

    • Managers are responsible for running businesses, achieving goals, producing/selling and managing resources.

    Other Stakeholders

    • Producers: Businesses that create goods/services from raw materials.
    • Suppliers: Businesses providing materials, components, or services.
    • Service providers: Organizations offering support (e.g., electricity, banking).
    • Consumers: Individuals purchasing goods/services.

    Relationships Between Stakeholders

    • Co-operative Relationships: Mutual benefit, where both stakeholders aim for a win-win. Examples include skill development, profit sharing and employee/manager cooperation.
    • Competitive Relationships: Win-lose situations, where each party tries to achieve goals at the other's expense. Examples include wage negotiations, and conflicts over profits.

    Government's Role

    • Government laws and regulations can affect businesses.
    • Providing jobs, and obeying laws and taxes are important factors to the government.

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    This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of business, including definitions and types of businesses. It also covers the various stakeholders involved in a business, detailing their roles and contributions. Test your understanding of the key components that drive business operations and relationships.

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