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Study Notes
Introduction to Business and Economics
- The book "Introduction to Business and Economics" by Bettina Fuhrmann aims to explain basic concepts of business and economics and their interrelationships to students with little previous knowledge.
- The book covers selected topics in business studies and economics, which are comprehensive, multifaceted, and interdisciplinary scientific fields.
Acknowledgements
- The author thanks colleagues who provided feedback on the manuscript, including Nora Cechovsky, Jesus Crespo Cuaresma, and others.
- The author also thanks her family for their support during the writing process.
Dedication
- The book is dedicated to all young learners who should understand the importance of economic knowledge and their role in the economy.
Contents
- The book covers six topics: introduction to business matters, basic economic concepts, focus on different types of businesses, forms of business ownership and sources of finance, marketing, and accounting.
Basic Economic Concepts
- Being part of the economy means understanding economic decisions and their impact on individuals and society.
- Scarcity of resources leads to opportunity cost, which is the value of the next best alternative given up.
- Economics is the study of economic decisions, including the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Exchanging goods and services creates a circular flow and division of labor, which leads to economic growth and development.
- There are different economic systems, including market economies, command economies, and mixed economies.
- Supply and demand interact in the market, where households, businesses, and the government meet.
- Competition in the market leads to innovation and efficiency.
Focus on Different Types of Businesses
- Businesses combine different factors of production, including labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.
- Businesses operate in the primary, secondary, and/or tertiary sector, depending on the type of goods and services they produce.
- Businesses can be profit-oriented or not-for-profit, depending on their goals and objectives.
- Businesses come in all sizes, including large and small, and can be local, national, or international.
- Businesses operate in an environment and have stakeholders, including customers, employees, and suppliers.
Forms of Business Ownership and Sources of Finance
- There are different forms of business ownership, including sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporations.
- Each form of business ownership has its advantages and disadvantages.
- There are different sources of finance, including debt and equity, and the choice of source depends on the business's goals and objectives.
Marketing
- Marketing involves understanding what a product is and its objectives.
- There are different approaches to marketing, including product orientation and market orientation.
- Market research is essential to understand customer needs and preferences.
- Market segmentation and targeting strategies are used to identify and reach specific customer groups.
- The marketing mix includes the four Ps: product, price, promotion, and place.
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Description
Study material for the entrance exam of WU Bachelor Program Business and Economics, covering topics from Bettina Fuhrmann's Introduction to Business and Economics book.
