Business MCQ Flashcards
Define Entrepreneur
An entrepreneur is someone who starts or owns a business.
Define Intraprenuership
intrapreneurs are individuals who are tasked with creating new and innovative products within an already-established business.
Define Business Entities
Refers to a legally recognized organization that engages in commercial, industrial, or professional activities to earn profits
An organization that has been formed to conduct business.
What are the types of business entities?
Sole Proprietorship: 1 person or married couple is the sole owner and operator of the business and does not need to enter a general partnership with the state (has unconditional and full control over its business).
General Partnership: 2 or more owners of the business, they all equally and actively participate in the business as they share profit and losses
Limited Partnerships: Types of partnerships or organizations that limit the personal liability of some partners
C cooperation: When the owners or shareholders are taxed separately from the entity
Sole Proprietorship Examples:
Housekeeper
Beauty Parlor
Convenience store
Photographer
Daycare operator
General Partnership examples
Law Firms
Medical Centers
Architectural Firms
LPC Examples:
Cafe
Bakery
Restaurant
What are some Financial and non-financial objectives when starting a business?
Financial Objectives:
- Survival
- Sales
- Profit
- Market Share
- Financial security
Non-Financial Objectives:
- Social entreprenuership
- Personal Satisfaction
- Challenge
What are stakeholders?
A person or organization that has a direct interest in or is affected by the performance of the business.
Define Shareholders
A person, company, or other institution that owns at least one share in a company.
Internal and external stakeholders
External stakeholders are those that operate outside of your organization, such as:
- suppliers, competitors, communities, government, customers
Internal stakeholders are members of the organization such as:
- Employees, managers, owners
Why do Businesses become MNCs?
increased customer base
cheaper production costs
brand development and brand values
Spread risks