Business Studies In Action Preliminary Course 4e & Ebookplus (business Studies In Action Series)

Business Studies in Action Preliminary Course 4E engages students and enhances understanding of business concepts. KEY FEATURES ? Clear explanations of complex business concepts aided by graphic organisers. ? Topical case studies reflect business in action in the real world. ? Rigorous adherence to the content of Business Studies Stage 6 syllabus. ? Greater emphasis on syllabus ?learn tos? as well as ?learn abouts?. ? Fully updated with new Snapshots, BizFacts and statistics. ? HSC key process verbs are colour-coded and used in graded questions throughout. Business Studies in Action Preliminary Course 4E and eBookPLUS is a hard-copy student text accompanied by eBookPLUS. ? Access from any digital device PC/MAC/iPad/Android Tablet. ? WorkSheets - Word documents designed for easy customisation and editing. ? Interactivities and games to reinforce and enhance student learning. ? eLessons - engaging video clips and supporting material. ? Weblinks to relevant support material on the internet. ? ProjectsPLUS - unique ICT-based projects that provide opportunities for students to demonstrate creativity, thinking skills and teamwork. ? eBookPLUS resources are cost effective, ranging in price from $25.95 - $53.95 depending on your subject area. ? Access from any digital device: PC/MAC/iPad/Android Tablet. ? Worksheets - Word documents designed for easy customisation and editing. ? Interactivities and games to reinforce and enhance student learning. ? eLessons - engaging video clips and supporting material. ? Weblinks to relevant support material on the internet. ? ProjectsPLUS - unique ICT-based projects that provide opportunities for students to demonstrate creativity, thinking skills and teamwork. Title Page Copyright Page Contents To the student About the authors How to use this book About eBookPLUS ICT activities Acknowledgements TOPIC 1: NATURE OF BUSINESS CHAPTER 1 Role of business 1.1 Introduction 1.2 The nature of a business 1.3 Other functions of business CHAPTER 2 Types of businesses 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Classification by size 2.3 Classification by geographical spread 2.4 Classification by industry sector 2.5 Classification by legal structure 2.6 Types of companies 2.7 Factors influencing choice of legal structure CHAPTER 3 Influences in the business environment 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Business environment 3.3 External influences 3.4 Internal influences on business 3.5 Stakeholders CHAPTER 4 Business growth and decline 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Business life cycle — stages and responding to challenges 4.3 Factors that can contribute to business decline 4.4 Voluntary and involuntary cessation TOPIC 1 Suggested assessment tasks TOPIC 2: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CHAPTER 5 Nature of management 5.1 Introduction 5.2 The features of effective management 5.3 Skills of management CHAPTER 6 Achieving business goals 6.1 Introduction: What are goals? 6.2 Business goals 6.3 Achieving a mix of business goals 6.4 Staff involvement CHAPTER 7 Management approaches 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Classical approach to management 7.3 Behavioural approach to management 7.4 Contingency approach to management 7.5 Comparing management approaches CHAPTER 8 Management process 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Different ways of coordinating key business functions and resources 8.3 Operations 8.4 Marketing 8.5 Finance 8.6 Human resources 8.7 Ethical business behaviour CHAPTER 9 Management and change 9.1 Introduction 9.2 What is organisational change? 9.3 Responding to internal and external influences 9.4 Managing change effectively TOPIC 2 Suggested assessment tasks TOPIC 3: BUSINESS PLANNING CHAPTER 10 Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Definition of SMEs 10.3 The role of SMEs 10.4 Economic contribution of SMEs 10.5 Success and/or failure of SMEs CHAPTER 11 Influences in establishing a small to medium enterprise 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Personal qualities 11.3 Sources of information 11.4 The business idea 11.5 Establishment options 11.6 Market considerations 11.7 Finance 11.8 Legal considerations and influence of government on SMEs 11.9 Human resources 11.10 Taxation CHAPTER 12 The business planning process 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Business planning process 12.3 Sources of planning ideas 12.4 Vision, goals and/or objectives 12.5 Organising resources 12.6 Forecasting 12.7 Monitoring and evaluating 12.8 Taking corrective action — modification CHAPTER 13 Critical issues in business success and failure 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Importance of a business plan 13.3 Management — staffing and teams 13.4 Trend analysis 13.5 Identifying and sustaining competitive advantage 13.6 Avoiding overextension of financing and other resources 13.7 Using technology 13.8 Economic conditions TOPIC 3 Suggested assessment tasks ICT activities Appendix Glossary Index Written by an experienced and respected team of business practitioners led by Stephen Chapman, this edition has been carefully crafted to meet the rigorous requirements of the Stage 6 Business Studies syllabus while providing a contemporary, engaging and accessible resource that is underpinned by an awareness of students' learning needs