Shareholder Approach
Shareholder Approach in a Nutshell The shareholder approach is a model of corporate governance where the primary purpose of a business is to maximise profit and returns for its shareholders. Decisions on…
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Revision
Revision is a collection of short, clear explanations covering the core areas of business studies, including finance, marketing, operations, people, globalisation, and strategy. Each note breaks down key ideas and decision-making tools into simple, exam-friendly summaries. The aim is to make complex topics easier to understand, revise, and apply. It’s a quick-reference space for building strong business knowledge step by step.
Stakeholder Interest
Stakeholder Interest in a Nutshell Stakeholder interest refers to the specific concerns, goals or expectations that a stakeholder group holds in relation to a business. These interests vary by group: shareholders typically…
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Stakeholder Power
Stakeholder Power in a Nutshell Stakeholder power refers to the ability of an individual or group to influence a business’s decisions and direction. It depends on factors such as financial investment, legal…
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Stakeholder Mapping
Stakeholder Mapping in a Nutshell Stakeholder mapping is a visual tool that classifies stakeholders by their level of power and interest in a business. It helps managers decide who to prioritise and…
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Stakeholder Conflict
Stakeholder Conflict in a Nutshell Stakeholder conflict occurs when two or more stakeholder groups have competing interests that cannot all be satisfied at the same time. A business must then prioritise one…
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External Stakeholder
External Stakeholder in a Nutshell An external stakeholder is any individual, group or organisation outside a business that is affected by, or can influence, its activities. Common examples include customers, suppliers, the…
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Internal Stakeholder
Internal Stakeholder in a Nutshell An internal stakeholder is any individual or group that operates within a business and has a direct interest in its performance. Employees, managers, directors, and owners are…
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Stakeholders
Stakeholders in a Nutshell Stakeholders are individuals or groups who have an interest in a business and can be affected by its activities. They include employees, customers, shareholders, suppliers, the government and…
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Gearing
Gearing in a Nutshell Gearing measures the proportion of a business’s capital that comes from long-term borrowing rather than shareholders’ equity. A gearing ratio above 50% means the company relies more on…
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Venture Capital
Venture Capital in a Nutshell Venture capital is a form of private equity finance provided to high-potential startups and small businesses by investors or specialist firms. It offers large sums of funding…
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Liquidity
Liquidity in a Nutshell Liquidity refers to how easily a business can convert its assets into cash to meet short-term financial obligations. A highly liquid business holds enough cash or near-cash assets…
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Private Equity
Private Equity in a Nutshell Private equity refers to investment capital provided by firms or funds directly into private companies, or used to take public companies private. It offers businesses large-scale funding…
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