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1.1 Fundamentals and Principles of Buisness Flashcards

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Auditing

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Independent examination of financial information to verify accuracy, compliance, and reliability.

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Banking Services

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Financial services provided by banks, including deposit accounts, loans, and transactions.

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Borrowing

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Obtaining funds from external sources with the agreement to repay, allowing companies and governments access to financial resources.

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Break-Even

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The point at which a business’s revenue equals its expenses, covering costs and achieving a balanced financial state.

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Budgeting

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The process of creating a detailed plan for the use of financial resources, setting targets and controlling expenses.

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Capital Depreciation

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The reduction in the value of assets over time, impacting the company’s financial statements and profitability.

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Capital Market

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Consists of primary and secondary markets for trading equity securities (stocks) and long-term debt securities (bonds) on a global scale.

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Cash Flow

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The movement of money in and out of a business, indicating its ability to meet short-term financial obligations.

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Cash Flow Management

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The monitoring and control of cash inflows and outflows to ensure a business has sufficient liquidity for its operations.

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Challenges

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Difficulties or obstacles faced as a result of globalisation, including disruptions, risks, and the need for consistent reporting standards.

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Civic Duty

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The responsibility of businesses to contribute to the economic and social well-being of society, including paying taxes and supporting government priorities.

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Commodities

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Goods or raw materials bought and sold internationally, playing a significant role in global trading activities.

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Communication

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The exchange of information and ideas between individuals or groups, a crucial factor driving globalisation.

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Competing Needs

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Conflicting interests or demands of stakeholders that may require businesses to make trade-offs to satisfy different groups.

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Competitive Advantage

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The unique qualities or strategies that allow a business to outperform its rivals and gain a stronger market position.

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Competitiveness

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The ability of a business to outperform rivals and gain an edge in the market, often achieved through strategic positioning.

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Competitors

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Other businesses operating in the same market or industry, influencing market trends, pricing, and product quality.

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Confidentiality

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The protection of sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure, crucial in specific contexts such as contract negotiations and mergers.

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Conflicts

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Disagreements or tensions arising from differing interests among stakeholders, requiring management intervention.

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Consumers

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Individuals or entities that use goods and services to satisfy their needs and wants.

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Contract Negotiations

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Discussions between parties to reach agreements on terms, conditions, and obligations, requiring confidentiality to protect business-related details.

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Cost Control

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Managing expenses and resource utilization responsibly to ensure the sustainable use of public resources.

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Cost of Borrowing

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The expense incurred by a company when borrowing funds, including interest and fees.

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Credit Cards

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Payment cards that allow users to make purchases on credit, with the obligation to repay the borrowed amount.

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Customer-Focused Approach

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Business strategy prioritizing customer needs and satisfaction, considering factors like price, quality, and service.

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Deposit Holders

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Individuals or entities that deposit money in banks or financial institutions, entrusting them to safeguard funds.

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Development

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The ongoing effort to enhance the capabilities and career progression of employees within the organization.

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Differentiation

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The process of making a business or its products distinct from competitors to gain a competitive advantage.

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Differing Needs

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Varied requirements and expectations of stakeholders based on their relationship with the business, leading to potential conflicts.

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Distribution Channels

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The pathways through which products or services are made available to customers, involving intermediaries like wholesalers and retailers.

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Diversification

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Broadening the range of products or services offered by a business to mitigate risks and explore new opportunities.

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Diversify

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Spreading investments across different assets or markets to reduce risk and enhance the potential for returns.

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Dividends

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Payments to shareholders from company profits, often in the form of cash or additional shares.

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Economic Development

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The process of improving the economic well-being and quality of life for a community, region, or country.

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Economic Security

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The state of stability and resilience in a country’s economy, achieved by addressing overseas competition and reducing dependence on imported goods.

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Efficiency

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Maximizing productivity, minimizing waste, and optimizing resource allocation to achieve operational effectiveness.

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Employment Opportunities

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Job positions created by businesses, enabling individuals to earn a living and support personal and family needs.

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Entrepreneurship

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The activity of identifying opportunities, innovating, and taking risks to create and manage a business venture.

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External Stakeholders

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Entities outside the business but with a significant influence on its success, including customers, suppliers, government, and the local community.

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Factors of Production

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Resources required for business operations, including labor, capital, raw materials, and entrepreneurship.

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Finance

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The management of money and other financial resources, involving activities such as lending, investing, and providing financial services.

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Financial Advisers

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Professionals who provide advice and guidance on financial matters, such as investments, retirement planning, and risk management.

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Financial Context

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The perspective that focuses on the financial aspects of business operations, including revenue, profit, and shareholder value.

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Financial Health

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The overall well-being and stability of a business or organization, assessed through financial indicators and reports.

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Financial Performance

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The evaluation of a business’s profitability, liquidity, solvency, and overall financial health.

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Financial Prudence

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Sound financial management practices, including budgeting, monitoring, and control, to achieve business objectives.

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Financial Records

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Systematic documentation of financial transactions and activities, ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting.

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Financial Resources

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Monetary assets, including funds available for investment, spending, or other financial activities.

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Financial Stability

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The condition in which an individual, business, or economy has a stable financial situation without excessive debt or financial risk.

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Financial Statements

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Documents that present the financial performance and position of a business, including the balance sheet and income statement.

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Fintech Disruption

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The impact of financial technology innovations on traditional banking and financial services, leading to changes in the industry landscape.

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Global Economy Markets

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Various markets, including consumer, business (B2B), and government (B2G) markets, operating at both local and international levels.

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Global Market Fluctuations

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Changes in the international market that can impact the stability of a country’s economy, emphasizing the need for businesses to be resilient and self-sufficient.

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Global Scale

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The ability of businesses to operate and reach consumers and partners on an international level, beyond national boundaries.

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Global Trading

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Involves financial markets such as the global money market and the global capital market, facilitating currency exchange, short-term financing, and the trading of securities.

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Globalisation

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The process of businesses expanding their operations and influence on a global scale, involving international markets and operations.

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Goods and Services

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Products and offerings provided by businesses to fulfill the needs and wants of consumers.

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Government

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The governing body of a country, involved in international trade and financial transactions to meet economic and strategic goals.

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Growth

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The expansion of a business’s operations, market share, or customer base, aiming for increased profitability.

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Human Resources

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The management of the workforce in a business, involving various aspects such as recruitment, remuneration, training, and labor relations.

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Incentives

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Rewards or motivators offered to employees to encourage specific behaviors or achievements in the workplace.

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Inconsistencies

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Lack of uniformity or discrepancies in financial reporting, highlighting the need for standardized reporting practices in a globalised context.

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Industrial Action

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Collective activities taken by workers, such as strikes or protests, to influence workplace conditions and negotiations.

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Interests

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Varied goals and expectations that stakeholders have, which may include financial gains, job security, or product/service quality.

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Internal Stakeholders

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Individuals or groups within a business with a direct interest in its operations and outcomes, such as employees, managers, and shareholders.

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Investing

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Allocating capital to gain returns or profits, a key aspect of global financial markets for both businesses and individual investors.

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Investments

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Allocation of money to assets, such as stocks or bonds, with the expectation of generating income or profit.

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Lending

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Providing funds to external entities with the expectation of repayment, a common activity in global financial markets.

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Loans

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Sum of money borrowed from a lender that must be repaid, typically with interest, over an agreed-upon period.

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Long-Term Strategic Plans

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Fundamental blueprints guiding a business over an extended period, outlining overarching goals, mission, vision, and strategies for sustainable growth.

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Management

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The process of planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling resources to achieve the goals of an organization.

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Managing Stakeholder Needs

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The process of addressing and satisfying the needs of both internal and external stakeholders to ensure overall business success.

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Market Conduct

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Business behavior within the market, encompassing pricing, marketing strategies, and responses to competitors.

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Market Context

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The perspective that focuses on the dynamics of meeting consumer needs, competitive pressures, and differentiation in the market.

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Market Economy

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An economic system where prices and production are determined by competition and consumer demand.

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Market Leadership

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Establishing a dominant position in the industry to shape market trends and influence competitors.

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Market Positioning

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Determining the image and identity of a brand or product in the market, influencing consumer perception and choices.

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Market Trends

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Patterns and shifts in consumer behavior and preferences, crucial for businesses to analyze and adapt to.

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Marketing Strategies

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Plans and tactics used by businesses to promote their products or services, attract customers, and gain a competitive advantage.

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Maximizing Shareholder Value

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Making decisions that enhance the financial interests and returns of shareholders while considering other stakeholders.

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Merger Negotiations

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Talks between companies to combine their operations, necessitating confidentiality to prevent premature disclosure of sensitive information.

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Mergers and Acquisitions

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Strategies involving the combination of companies through mergers or the acquisition of one company by another.

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Money Market

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Deals with foreign exchange and short-term loans, providing liquidity and financing for businesses and governments globally.

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Mortgages

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Loans secured by real estate, typically used to finance the purchase of a home.

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Needs and Wants

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Distinctive elements that drive consumer demand. Needs are essential for survival, while wants enhance quality of life.

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Not-for-Profit

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An organization, such as a charity or social enterprise, that operates with a mission to create positive social or environmental impact.

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Operational Plans

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Plans covering a timeframe of one to three years, translating high-level strategic goals into actionable steps and milestones for resource allocation and coordination.

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Opportunities

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Favorable circumstances or situations arising from globalisation, such as expanded markets and increased business prospects.

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Opportunity Cost

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The value of the next best alternative foregone when a decision is made, reflecting trade-offs in decision-making due to limited resources.

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Personal Loans

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Loans provided to individuals for personal use, often unsecured and based on the borrower’s creditworthiness.

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Premature Disclosure

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Unauthorized release of sensitive information before an appropriate time, which can negatively impact business negotiations or market perception.

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Pricing

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The strategy of determining the cost of products or services based on market factors, competition, and business objectives.

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Private Business

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A business owned and operated by private individuals or companies for profit, not publicly traded.

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Private Sector

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Businesses and industries owned and operated by private individuals, companies, or shareholders for profit.

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Procurement

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The process of obtaining goods and services, including negotiations, purchasing, and supplier relationship management.

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Product Development

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The process of creating and improving products to meet consumer needs and respond to market demands.

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Profit

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The financial gain obtained when revenue exceeds expenses, a key objective for private businesses.

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Profitability

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The ability of a business to generate profit, typically measured by the ratio of earnings to expenses.

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Promotion

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The advancement of employees to higher roles or positions within the organization based on performance and skills.

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Public Business

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An organization, often government-related, providing services for the public good and not driven by profit motives.

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Public Sector

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Organizations and services owned or funded by the government, providing essential services for the public good.

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Quality

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The standard or level of excellence of products or services offered by a business, influencing customer satisfaction.

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Recruitment

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The process of attracting, assessing, and hiring qualified individuals to fill positions within the organization.

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Regulatory Compliance

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Adherence to laws and regulations governing business operations, including data protection, health and safety, and financial reporting.

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Regulatory Oversight

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The supervision and monitoring by regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with laws and regulations in the financial industry.

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Remuneration

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The compensation or payment provided to employees for their work, including wages, salaries, and benefits.

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Reporting Standards

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Consistent guidelines and frameworks for reporting financial information, essential for transparency in global financial transactions.

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Research and Development

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The process of innovating and improving products or processes through systematic investigation and experimentation.

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Resource Allocation

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The distribution of resources such as capital, labor, or assets to specific projects or investments within a business.

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Retained Earnings

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Profits that a company keeps for reinvestment in its operations, rather than distributing them to shareholders.

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Returns

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The gains or profits obtained from an investment or business activity, a crucial factor in evaluating opportunity costs.

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Returns on Investment

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The financial gains or losses generated from investments made by a company.

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Revenue

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The total income generated by a company from its operations, including sales of goods or services.

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Risk

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The likelihood of an adverse event occurring, especially in the context of business ventures and investment decisions.

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Risk Management

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The identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential risks to minimize their impact on business operations.

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Risk-reward Trade-offs

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Balancing the potential for profits with the level of risk involved, a crucial aspect of decision-making in business.

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Service Provision

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Delivering essential services efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of the public, a primary objective for public sector organizations.

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Service Quality

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Emphasizing the delivery of reliable, accessible, and satisfactory services to the public, a key objective for public sector organizations.

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Shareholders

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Owners of a company, each with their own expectations and goals, primarily seeking profits from their investments.

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Short-Term Business Tactics

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Day-to-day actions and decisions undertaken to achieve immediate or near-term objectives, closely aligned with operational plans and strategic goals.

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Skill, Care, and Diligence

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Attributes expected from a competent workforce, involving proficiency, attentiveness, and careful execution of duties.

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Skills Shortages

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Gaps in the workforce where specific skills or qualifications are lacking, posing challenges for the business.

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Social Responsibility

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Operating with a focus on making a positive impact beyond financial gains, addressing societal needs and supporting communities.

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Social Welfare Initiatives

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Programs and services supported by businesses’ tax contributions, such as education and healthcare, benefiting the broader society.

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Stakeholders

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Individuals or groups with a vested interest in the success and operations of an organization.

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Strategic Decisions

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Choices made by businesses to achieve long-term objectives, often involving the consideration of opportunity costs.

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Surplus Generation

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Raising funds and accepting donations to generate surpluses reinvested in social, environmental, or cultural initiatives.

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Survival

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A fundamental objective for new or struggling businesses, focusing on maintaining operations and overcoming challenges.

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Sustainable Growth

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Achieving growth in a way that balances economic, social, and environmental considerations for long-term viability.

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Tax Obligations

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The responsibility of businesses to pay taxes, providing revenue for the government to fund public goods and services.

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Technology

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The application of scientific knowledge and advancements to create tools, systems, and processes that improve business operations.

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Trade

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The exchange of goods and services between countries or regions, a significant driver of global economic interdependence.

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Trade-offs

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The sacrifices or compromises made when choosing one option over another, considering opportunity costs.

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Traditional Banks

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Conventional banking institutions that provide financial services such as loans, deposits, and investments.

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Training

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The process of developing employee skills and knowledge through learning programs and educational opportunities.

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Transparency

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Openness and clarity in financial reporting, making information easily accessible and understandable for investors and stakeholders.

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Transportation

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The movement of goods, people, or information from one place to another, facilitating global trade and connectivity.

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Trust

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The confidence and reliance on the integrity and reliability of parties involved in business negotiations, strengthened through confidentiality.

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Unions

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Organizations formed by workers to collectively address and negotiate workplace issues, representing employee interests.

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Value for Money

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Providing quality services while optimizing the use of public funds, emphasizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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Willingness to Pay

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The amount of money consumers are willing to spend on goods and services, influencing pricing strategies.

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Workforce Motivation

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Strategies and practices aimed at inspiring and energizing employees to perform their best and achieve organizational goals.

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Working Practices

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The methods and procedures followed by employees in carrying out their tasks and responsibilities within the organization.

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