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Business objectives and stakeholder objectives

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Define 'business objectives' and explain why they are important.

Answer Flip

Business objectives are specific, measurable targets a business aims to achieve. They are important because they provide direction, motivate employees, and allow progress to be measured.

Example: Increasing sales by 10% in the next year.
Key Concept Flip

Explain the objective of 'survival' for a business.

Answer Flip

'Survival' as a business objective means maintaining the business's existence, especially during difficult economic times. It involves cutting costs and finding ways to stay afloat.

Example: A new business focusing on breaking even during its first year.
Key Concept Flip

Describe how 'profit' can be a key objective for a business.

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'Profit' as an objective focuses on maximizing the difference between revenue and costs. This is crucial for rewarding owners/shareholders and reinvesting in the business.

Example: A business aiming to increase its net profit margin by 5% each year.
Key Concept Flip

Explain the concept of 'growth' as a business objective.

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'Growth' involves expanding the business in terms of sales, market share, or physical size. This might involve opening new stores, launching new products, or entering new markets.

Example: A restaurant chain planning to open 10 new locations in the next 3 years.
Definition Flip

What is 'market share' and why might a business aim to increase it?

Answer Flip

'Market share' represents a company's portion of total sales in a specific market. Increasing market share strengthens a business's competitive position and brand recognition.

Example: A phone company aiming to capture 30% of the smartphone market.
Definition Flip

Define 'social enterprise' and give an example of its primary objective.

Answer Flip

A 'social enterprise' is a business whose primary objective is to address a social or environmental need. Its main objective might be providing employment to disadvantaged groups.

Example: A company that employs homeless individuals to create and sell crafts.
Definition Flip

Who are 'stakeholders' and give three examples related to a school?

Answer Flip

'Stakeholders' are individuals or groups who have an interest in a business and are affected by its activities. Examples include parents, teachers, and the local community (residents living nearby).

Key Concept Flip

Explain the objectives of shareholders.

Answer Flip

Shareholders primarily want to maximize the return on their investment, which means a steady growth in share prices and dividends. They are interested in the long-term profitability and stability of the business.

Example: Expecting a dividend payout each year.
Key Concept Flip

Describe a potential conflict between the objectives of employees and shareholders.

Answer Flip

Employees may desire higher wages and better working conditions, which can conflict with shareholders' desires for higher profits and dividends, potentially leading to strikes or reduced investment.

Example: Employees demanding a larger bonus payout which cuts into company profit.
Key Concept Flip

Explain how a government might be a stakeholder in a large business.

Answer Flip

The government is a stakeholder because it receives tax revenue from the business, is concerned with job creation, and wants the business to comply with regulations.

Example: The government wanting a company to expand locally to increase job opportunities.

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Key Questions: Business objectives and stakeholder objectives

Define 'business objectives' and explain why they are important.

Business objectives are specific, measurable targets a business aims to achieve. They are important because they provide direction, motivate employees, and allow progress to be measured.

Example: Increasing sales by 10% in the next year.
What is 'market share' and why might a business aim to increase it?

'Market share' represents a company's portion of total sales in a specific market. Increasing market share strengthens a business's competitive position and brand recognition.

Example: A phone company aiming to capture 30% of the smartphone market.
Define 'social enterprise' and give an example of its primary objective.

A 'social enterprise' is a business whose primary objective is to address a social or environmental need. Its main objective might be providing employment to disadvantaged groups.

Example: A company that employs homeless individuals to create and sell crafts.
Who are 'stakeholders' and give three examples related to a school?

'Stakeholders' are individuals or groups who have an interest in a business and are affected by its activities. Examples include parents, teachers, and the local community (residents living nearby).

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