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What is one of the primary disadvantages of a partnership?

  • Limited decision-making authority
  • Double taxation on profits
  • Increased capital due to partner contributions
  • Shared profits among partners (correct)

Which of the following must be included in a partnership agreement?

  • The location of the business
  • The personal assets of each partner
  • The exit strategy for partners (correct)
  • The annual revenue expectations

What leads to the dissolution of a partnership?

  • Increase in capital contributions
  • Introduction of a new partner
  • The end of a fixed business period (correct)
  • A partner's decision to leave the partnership

In a limited partnership, which partner has unlimited liability?

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What is a significant advantage of forming a partnership over being a sole trader?

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How are losses typically shared in a partnership?

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Which situation does NOT lead to partnership dissolution?

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Why might slow decision-making be viewed as a disadvantage in partnerships?

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What defines a foreign corporation?

<p>A firm that conducts business in states or countries other than where it is incorporated. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates multinational corporations from international corporations?

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Which type of merger involves two companies that are direct competitors?

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What is a characteristic of a vertical merger?

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What is a common method for conducting a merger?

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Which of the following best describes a multinational corporation's operational focus?

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What term is often used interchangeably with 'foreign corporation'?

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How do multinational corporations typically enter foreign markets?

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What majority is typically required for most decisions made in a general meeting?

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Which type of share typically has full voting rights?

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What is a disadvantage of a limited company related to employee relations?

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What is one key advantage of starting a franchise compared to other business models?

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What financial issue is inherent to a limited company regarding taxation?

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How does a franchisor benefit from establishing a franchise?

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What does the agency problem refer to in the context of a limited company?

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What advantage does a limited company have concerning capital?

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What distinguishes licensing from franchising?

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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a limited company?

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What is a common characteristic of joint ventures?

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What potential problem arises when managers do not act in the best interest of shareholders?

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Which of the following is NOT a commonly cited advantage for franchisees?

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What is the primary purpose of the course BBM1101 Introduction to Business Studies?

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Which of the following is not a type of business ownership covered in the course?

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What is one of the management functions discussed in the course?

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Which of the following describes the internal environment of a business?

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What is one of the key purposes of organizing in management?

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Which factor is NOT a decision that managers need to make during the organizing process?

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Which type of business firm primarily operates in a national context?

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What is a primary consideration when businesses evaluate their social responsibility?

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How does division of labor primarily enhance productivity?

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What negative consequences can arise from excessive specialization in the workplace?

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Which of the following is not typically considered a source of business finance?

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Which aspect of organizing clarifies job roles and authority relationships?

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Which entity is responsible for overseeing the operations of the stock market?

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Which channel of distribution includes activities such as physical distribution and warehousing?

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What is the term for the process of structuring an organization?

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Which of the following represents a challenge for strategic leadership in organizing?

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What is one aspect of business ethics discussed in the course?

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When discussing business production, which factor is essential?

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How were manufacturing jobs typically structured by the 1940s in developed nations?

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Which management level is primarily involved in overseeing day-to-day operations?

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Which term describes a business formed by merging two or more firms?

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Foreign Corporation

A company incorporated in one country but conducting business in another country.

Multinational Corporation

A company that operates in multiple countries. Often global in scope and strategy.

Merger

The combination of two companies into one larger company, often involving stock exchange or cash payment.

Horizontal Merger

A merger where two companies in direct competition with similar products and markets combine.

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Vertical Merger

A merger where a customer and company or a supplier and company merge.

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Partnership

A business structure involving two or more individuals who agree to share profits, losses, and responsibilities.

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Partnership Agreement

A legal document outlining the terms of operation of a partnership, including responsibilities, contributions, and profit/loss sharing.

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Unlimited Liability (Partnership)

Each partner is personally liable for all debts and obligations of the business, even if they were not individually involved in incurring them.

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Financial Contribution (Partnership)

The amount of money or assets each partner contributes to the partnership.

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Profit and Loss Sharing (Partnership)

Specifies how profits and losses are divided among partners, usually determined by the partnership agreement.

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General Partnership

A type of partnership where all partners have unlimited liability and actively participate in management.

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Limited Partnership

A type of partnership where some partners have limited liability, only investing money but not involved in management.

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Partnership Dissolution

Process of ending a partnership, often due to factors like a partner's death, bankruptcy, or violation of the partnership agreement.

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Franchise

A business model where a company (franchisor) grants an individual (franchisee) the right to operate a business using their brand, products, and systems. The franchisee pays fees and follows the franchisor's guidelines.

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Licensing

A company authorizes another company in a different country to use their intellectual property (like a brand or technology) in exchange for royalties.

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Joint Venture

A partnership between two or more companies to create a new business venture. Each company contributes resources and shares profits and risks.

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Consortium

A type of joint venture involving a large number of members (companies or organizations).

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Right Issue

The process of issuing new shares to existing shareholders at a discounted price, allowing them to buy more shares at a lower cost.

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Limited Liability

The legal structure that shields owners from personal liability for the company's debts. They can only lose the amount they invested.

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Agency Problem

A situation where managers, who are responsible for running the business, may not always act in the best interest of the owners (shareholders).

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Shareholder Control

The shareholders, as owners, are the ultimate decision-makers in a company. They elect directors and vote on significant changes.

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Director's Roles and Responsibilities

The directors of a company are elected by shareholders and are responsible for the day-to-day running of the company.

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Voting Rights of Shares

Ordinary shares carry full voting rights in a company, allowing holders to participate in significant decisions, while preference shares often have limited or no voting rights.

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Perpetual Existence

A company's ability to exist indefinitely, even after its original owners have changed or passed away.

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Company's Act

Companies are subject to strict rules and regulations set by the Companies Act, which governs their operations and financial reporting.

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What is a business?

A business is an organization that combines resources (human, financial, physical, and informational) to create and sell goods or services for profit. It aims to satisfy customer needs and wants while generating revenue.

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What is a business objective?

A business objective is a specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal that defines what a business aims to achieve.

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What is a sole proprietorship?

A sole proprietorship is a business owned and managed by a single person. The owner is personally liable for all business debts.

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What is a partnership?

A partnership is a business owned and managed by two or more individuals who share profits and losses. Partners are jointly liable for business debts.

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What is an incorporated company?

An incorporated company is a separate legal entity from its owners (shareholders). It has its own legal rights and liabilities, and is typically limited in its liability to its owners.

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What is a cooperative?

Co-operatives are businesses owned and controlled by their members, who share profits and benefits. They typically focus on serving their members' needs.

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What is the internal environment of a business?

The internal environment consists of factors within the company that influence its operations, such as resources, employees, and management.

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What is the external environment of a business?

The external/macro-environment consists of factors outside the company that influence its operations, such as economic conditions, technology, and competition.

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What is the role of government in business?

Government plays a role in business by setting regulations, providing incentives, and influencing economic policies that affect businesses.

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What is a domestic business?

A domestic business operates within the borders of its home country.

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What is a foreign multinational business?

A foreign multinational business operates in multiple countries beyond its home country.

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What is a merger?

A merger is a combination of two or more companies into a single entity, creating a larger and often more competitive business.

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What is a joint venture?

A joint venture is a temporary partnership between two or more companies that collaborate to achieve a specific goal.

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What is a franchise holder?

A franchise holder is a business that operates under the name and system of a larger company, paying fees and following specific guidelines.

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What are management levels?

Management levels refer to different layers of hierarchy in an organization, each with specific responsibilities and authority.

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What are management functions?

Management functions are the key activities that managers perform to achieve organizational goals.

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What is Organizing?

The process of organizing is about putting plans into action by defining roles, reporting relationships, and coordinating resources to achieve objectives.

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What is Division of Labor?

This principle involves dividing tasks into smaller, specialized jobs for increased efficiency and productivity. It's the basis of modern manufacturing.

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What is Departmentalization?

The grouping of jobs into departments based on similar functions, products, customers, or geographic location.

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What is Chain of Command?

A hierarchical reporting structure showing who reports to whom, creating a chain of authority from top to bottom.

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What is Span of Management?

The number of subordinates that a manager directly supervises. A wide span means managing many people, a narrow span means managing fewer.

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What is Centralization?

The degree to which decision-making authority is concentrated at higher levels of the organization.

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What is Formalization?

The degree to which rules, procedures, and formal communication are used in an organization. High formalization means strict adherence to rules.

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What is Organizational Design?

The process of designing an organization's structure, including decisions about division of labor, departmentalization, chain of command, etc.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Business Studies (BBM1101)

  • Course is offered by Mount Kenya University
  • Course code is BBM1101
  • Contact hours are 42
  • Pre-requisites are none

Course Outline

  • Lesson One: Introduction to Business Concepts

    • Factors of production (natural resources, capital, human resources, entrepreneurship)
    • Historical development of business (colonial period, industrial revolution, etc.)
    • Key stakeholders in a business (owners, customers, collaborators, competitors)
    • Business objectives (profitability, survival, prestige, growth, social responsibility)

  • Lesson Two: Business Environment

    • Michael Porter's five forces of competition
    • Internal environment (employees, share holders, competitors, customers, suppliers, financial institutions, labor unions)
    • External/Macro-environment (social, legal, political, economic, technological factors)
    • Role of government in business (regulation, as provider, tax-gatherer)

  • Lesson Three: Business Ownership

    • Forms of business (Sole Proprietorship, Partnerships, Corporations, Cooperatives)
    • Advantages and disadvantages of each form -Formation requirements
      • Flexibility -Expenses to start and maintain
      • Legal requirements
      • Income taxes consequences
      • Liability
      • Government control and regulation
    • Uniform Partnership Act (rights and obligations of partners)

  • Lesson Four: Types of Business Firms

    • Domestic corporations
    • Foreign corporations
    • Multinational corporations
    • Complex business organizations
    • Mergers (horizontal, vertical, market-extension)
    • Acquisitions (takeover, buyout)
    • Franchising
    • Licensing
    • Joint ventures

  • Lesson Five: Business Management

    • Management Levels (top, middle, first-line)
    • Management Skills
    • Decision Types
    • Management Functions (planning, organizing, leading, controlling)

  • Lesson Six: Production and Marketing Activities

    • Types of Production Systems (job, batch, continuous, mass, flow)
    • Production Function (product development, planning for resources, routing, scheduling, etc.)
    • Product Pricing (cost-plus, demand, competitive, psychological)
    • Marketing Functions (buying, selling, transporting, storing, standardizing, financing, risk taking)
    • Marketing Process (situation analysis, strategy, marketing mix decisions, implementation and control)

  • Lesson Seven: Channels of Distribution

    • Distribution Channels (direct, one intermediary, two intermediaries)
    • Key Functions (information, promotion, contact, matching, negotiation, physical distribution, financing, risk taking)

  • Lesson Eight: Sources of Company Finance

    • Methods of Raising Finance (equity, quasi-equity, debt; classified according to duration or origin)
    • Equity Finance (ordinary share capital, preference share capital, advantages and disadvantages)
    • Debt Finance (loans, debentures, hire purchase)

  • Lesson Nine: Stock Market

    • Members (stock jobbers, stock brokers)
    • Functions of Stock Exchange
    • Requirements of quotation on stock exchange
    • Terms used in stock exchange (par value, dividends, market value, speculation, blue chips, etc.)

  • Lesson Ten: Social Responsibility of a Business

    • Definition of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
    • Arguments for and against social responsibility
    • Areas of social responsibility (towards consumers, employees, shareholders, and the wider community/stakeholders)

  • Lesson Eleven: Business Ethics

    • Definition of ethics
    • Levels of ethical questions
    • Ethical terminologies (values, rights, duties)
    • Common Morality
    • Criteria for evaluating ethical managers from unethical managers
    • How managers can improve ethical behavior in firms

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