1.4.4 business plans Flashcards
What is an advantage of a business plan?
Can help if you need a bank loan
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
Provides direction
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
Supports decision making
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
To seek investment
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
Helps establish the viability of the business
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
To arrange a bank loan
What is the purpose of a bank loan?
To help the business be successful (More than 50% of new businesses fail in first few years)
What is a disadvantage of a business plan?
Can be time consuming and at a high cost
What is a component of a business plan?
Business idea
What is a component of a business plan?
Target market
What is a component of a business plan?
aims and objectives
What is a component of a business plan?
Market research
What is a component of a business plan?
sales
What is a component of a business plan?
cash flow
What is a component of a business plan?
marketing mix