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What is leadership?
Leadership refers to the process of inspiring, influencing, and guiding individuals or teams towards achieving a shared vision and goals.
What is management?
Management refers to the process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals.
Leadership focuses on planning, organization, and control.
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Planning is the process of defining and establishing _______ for an organization to achieve its vision and mission.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of planning?
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What are the key benefits of planning?
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What is organizing?
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What are key activities in organizing?
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Leading involves only the delegation of tasks.
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What is controlling?
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Which of the following is a benefit of effective controlling?
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What is a business?
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What is a sole proprietorship?
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A partnership is owned by one individual.
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A Close Corporation (CC) has a maximum of _____ shareholders.
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What distinguishes a Company (Pty) Ltd?
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What is a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO)?
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The informal sector provides limited access to formal financial services.
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SMEs make up ____% of businesses in South Africa.
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What is one advantage of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)?
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What is corporate governance?
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Name one key principle of corporate governance in South Africa.
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Study Notes
Business Entities in South Africa
- A business is an entity that engages in economic activities to produce goods or services with the aim of generating profits, creating employment, and contributing to the economic growth and development of South Africa.
- Types of business entities in South Africa:
- Sole Proprietorship: owned and operated by one individual, with no legal distinction between the business and the owner.
- Partnership: owned and operated by two or more individuals, with shared profits, losses, and decision-making responsibilities.
- Close Corporation (CC): a business owned by a limited number of shareholders, with no public trading of shares.
- Company (Pty) Ltd: a business incorporated under the Companies Act, 2008, with limited liability protection for shareholders.
- Non-Profit Organisation (NPO): an organisation established for a public benefit or charitable purpose, with no intention of making a profit.
- Cooperative: a business owned and controlled by its members, who share resources and benefits.
- Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs): businesses classified according to their annual turnover and number of employees.
Business Emphasis in South Africa
- Business emphasis on four key elements:
- Human activities: entrepreneurship, management, and labour.
- Production: manufacturing, agriculture, and services.
- Exchange: marketing, sales, and distribution.
- Profit: financial gain or surplus earned by a business.
- Importance of these elements in the context of the market economy.
Formal and Informal Sectors in South Africa
- Formal sector: characterized by registered businesses, tax compliance, and labour laws.
- Informal sector: characterized by unregistered businesses, no tax compliance, and limited access to formal financial services.
- Importance of understanding the distinction between the formal and informal sectors in South Africa.
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa
- Characteristics of SMEs:
- Independently owned and operated
- Not dominant in their field
- Limited access to resources
- Agile and adaptable to changing market conditions
- Often focused on niche markets or local communities
- Advantages of SMEs:
- Flexibility
- Innovation
- Job creation
- Personal touch
- Nimble decision-making
- Local focus
- Lower costs
- Disadvantages of SMEs:
- Limited resources
- Scalability
- Marketing challenges
- Regulatory compliance
- Access to finance
- Limited expertise
- Risk and uncertainty
Stakeholders in South Africa
- Definition of stakeholders: individuals or groups with a vested interest in the success and sustainability of a business.
- Types of stakeholders:
- Internal (Primary) Stakeholders: shareholders, employees, management, and board of directors.
- External (Secondary) Stakeholders: customers, suppliers, government, communities, NGOs, unions, media, and competitors.
- Importance of stakeholder engagement in South Africa:
- Improved reputation
- Better decision-making
- Increased loyalty
- Risk management
- Compliance
- Innovation
- Sustainability
- Stakeholder engagement process:
- Identify and analyse stakeholders
- Develop engagement strategies
- Communicate effectively
- Listen and respond
- Collaborate and partner
- Monitor and evaluate
Corporate Governance in South Africa
- Definition of corporate governance: the system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled.
- Key principles of corporate governance in South Africa:
- Accountability
- Transparency
- Responsibility
- Fairness
- Independence
- Risk management
- Compliance
- Corporate governance structures in South Africa:
- Board of Directors
- Audit Committee
- Risk Committee
- Remuneration Committee
- Nominations Committee
- Benefits of effective corporate governance in South Africa:
- Enhanced reputation
- Better decision-making
- Risk management
- Compliance
- Investor confidence
Leadership and Management in South Africa
- Definition of leadership: the process of inspiring, influencing, and guiding individuals or teams towards achieving a shared vision and goals.
- Definition of management: the process of planning, organising, leading, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals.
- Key differences between leadership and management:
- Focus
- Approach
- Skills
- Importance of leadership and management in the South African context:
- Embracing diversity
- Driving transformation
- Aligning with national development goals### What is Planning?
- Planning is the process of defining and establishing goals, objectives, and strategies for an organisation to achieve its vision and mission.
- Planning involves several steps:
- Goal-setting: Establish clear, specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) objectives.
- Environmental scanning: Analyse internal and external factors that may impact the organization.
- SWOT analysis: Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
- Strategy development: Create a roadmap to achieve goals, leveraging strengths, addressing weaknesses, capitalizing on opportunities, and mitigating threats.
- Action planning: Break down strategies into smaller, actionable tasks.
- Resource allocation: Assign resources (human, financial, material) to support action plans.
- Scheduling: Establish timelines for task completion.
- Budgeting: Determine financial requirements and allocate resources accordingly.
- Benefits of planning include:
- Clarity and direction
- Focus and prioritization
- Improved decision-making
- Enhanced collaboration
- Increased adaptability
Types of Planning
- Strategic planning: Long-term planning, focusing on overall organizational direction.
- Tactical planning: Medium-term planning, emphasizing departmental or team objectives.
- Operational planning: Short-term planning, concentrating on specific tasks and activities.
- Contingency planning: Preparing for unexpected events or scenarios.
- Succession planning: Developing plans for leadership transition and talent development.
What is Organising?
- Organising is the process of allocating resources, assigning tasks, and structuring the organisation to achieve its objectives.
- Organising involves:
- Resource allocation: Assigning human, financial, and material resources to support task completion.
- Job design: Defining tasks, duties, and responsibilities for each role.
- Departmentalisation: Grouping similar tasks or activities into departments or teams.
- Establishing reporting relationships: Defining lines of authority, communication, and supervision.
- Assigning authority and responsibility: Delegating decision-making power and task ownership.
- Structuring the organization: Designing the organizational chart, including hierarchy and roles.
- Coordinating activities: Ensuring alignment and integration of tasks and departments.
Benefits of Effective Organising
- Improved efficiency
- Enhanced productivity
- Better communication
- Increased accountability
- Adaptability
What is Leading?
- Leading involves inspiring, motivating, and influencing others to achieve organizational objectives.
- Components of leadership in the context of business management include:
- Authority
- Responsibility
- Power
- Delegation
- Accountability
Types of Power
- Legitimate power: Derived from position, title, or authority.
- Reward power: Based on the ability to offer rewards, recognition, or benefits.
- Coercive power: Relies on fear, punishment, or negative consequences.
- Expert power: Stemming from specialized knowledge, skills, or expertise.
- Referent power: Based on personal characteristics, charisma, or relationships.
- Information power: Derived from access to information, data, or knowledge.
Benefits of Effective Leading
- Motivated and engaged employees
- Improved collaboration
- Adaptive and responsive organization
- Talent development
- Positive work culture
What is Controlling?
- Controlling involves monitoring, measuring, and correcting performance to ensure achievement of organizational objectives.
- The control process encompasses:
- Setting standards: Establishing performance benchmarks and targets.
- Monitoring performance: Tracking and measuring progress towards objectives.
- Identifying deviations: Recognizing variances from planned performance.
- Taking corrective action: Implementing adjustments to get back on track.
- Evaluating performance: Assessing overall performance and making improvements.
Key Controlling Activities
- Performance measurement: Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
- Budgeting and forecasting: Managing financial resources and predicting future performance.
- Quality control: Ensuring products/services meet quality standards.
- Risk management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks.
- Continuous improvement: Encouraging a culture of ongoing learning and improvement.
Benefits of Effective Controlling
- Improved performance
- Increased efficiency
- Enhanced accountability
- Better decision-making
- Competitive advantage
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