Business Studies Edexcel Coursework
Introduction For my Business Studies coursework I will be focusing on a small sole-trader business named Errol Anderson Motors in the area of Harrow. The owner, Errol Anderson, is about to start up his own business; primarily serving as a car mechanic's garage. He has asked me to help him draw up a marketing strategy. A marketing strategy consists of the main plan a business must follow to succeed. Errol must consider many factors which would affect his success - he must incorporate his ideas into plans which would help him in the long term or for a short term. Examples of some of these factors are his media choices, market research, and marketing in general. Errol Anderson Motors was established as a result of Errol's strong passion for cars and mechanical engineering. Errol had been working for David Turner, who mentored and aided him into becoming a well experienced and matured mechanic. Errol, after having reached the highest possible status in the job next to Mr Turner, continued to develop his customer service skills and broaden his ever-growing knowledge of cars. However, Mr Turner desired to retire to Scotland with his family, as he fell ill from old age. This is when Errol decided to found his own company. He was confident that he had enough skill and experience to build a company just as successful as Mr Turner's, and perhaps surpass it. Mr Turner was keen to aid
Split Votes: A Nation Divided on the Marijuana/Drug Legalization Debate
A number of people in America use recreational drugs, especially marijuana. One estimate says that over 76 million Americans admitted to having tried marijuana (DRUG WAR FACTS, Marijuana). According the US federal law, these people are criminals. If caught using illegal drugs a person can face penalties ranging from a one hundred dollar fine to life in prison. Whether or not these laws and penalties are good for the well being of the country and its citizens has been a debate for decades. Numerous groups and individuals, representing a range of sectors in our society, have opinions on the subject. They use various economic and moral arguments to either promote or denounce drugs and drug use. A group of economists uses the notion of free markets to argue for drug policy reform. The government uses a cost/benefit analysis to refute such claims. Governor Gary Johnson from New Mexico expresses the need for the government to take an active role in drug legalization rather than prohibition. Think tanks disagree on the proper course for US drug policy. Special interest groups have been created solely to fight for people's right to use drugs, and other groups have been formed to promote stricter drug laws and enforcement. Media editorials praise drug policy reform and criticize policy makers. Public opinion polls and university students are split on marijuana
Telemarketing Project
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Describe the aims & objectives of the school.
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Our interview sessions to learn the functions of the department, the roles of the executives/managers, and to understand how the organization functions.
Introduction Hotels are not only places one can find great food and comfortable rooms; they are also centers for community life, entertainment, communication, and personal services.1 Thus, it is no surprise that the hospitality industry is labor-intensive; many staff members of all organizational levels are needed. The majority of these employees are entry-level personnel. Their work is directed by supervisors, several of whom were line level employees earlier. These "first-level" managers are critical to the success of the organization. They not only implement procedures and emphasize the organization's culture, but also serve as the link between staff and higher levels of the organization. 2 As a team, we interviewed six members of the executive team at Hilton Boston Back Bay: Debra Small, director of Human Resources; Edward Ortiz-Alcantara, manager of Human Resources; Paul Dwyer, Director of Security; Ruth Raposo, Director of Housekeeping; Stan Pendrak, Director of Catering; and John Sparaco, Assistant Banquet Manager. The purpose of our interview sessions was to learn the functions of the department, the roles of the executives/managers, and to understand how the organization functions. The Seven S Model is a useful tool for companies to determine what works in their organizations. The hard variables - Structure, Strategy, and Systems - must align with the soft
The Effects of Non-monetary Incentives on Employees
Running Head: THE EFFECTS OF NON-MONETARY INCENTIVES ON EMPLOYEES The Effects of Non-monetary Incentives on Employees [Name of the writer] [Name of the institution] The Effects of Non-monetary Incentives on Employees Chapter 1: Introduction ?utlin? Thi? r????rch f?cu??? ?n th? v?ri?u? ??p?ct? ?f N?n-m?n?t?ry Inc?ntiv?? ?n ?mpl?y??? ?nd c?mpri??? ?f th? f?ll?wing ch?pt?r?: (1) Intr?ducti?n (2) Lit?r?tur? R?vi?w (3) Pr?p???d M?th?d?l?gy R?ti?n?l? Thi? ?tudy highlight? m?ny i??u?? r?l?t?d t? N?n-m?n?t?ry Inc?ntiv?? ?nd giv?? ? br??d ?n?ly?i? ?f t?ngibl? n?n-m?n?t?ry inc?ntiv?? t? ?cc?mpli?h ? firm'? ?mpl?y?? m?tiv?ti?n g??l? b?tt?r th?n ? c??h inc?ntiv? ?f ?qu?l m?rk?t v?lu?. Firm? f?c? th? ch?ll?ng? ?f m?tiv?ting th?ir ?mpl?y??? t? put f?rth th? ?ppr?pri?t? ?m?unt ?nd typ? ?f ?ff?rt. ?n? t??l firm? u?? t? ?cc?mpli?h thi? ?bj?ctiv? i? th? u?? ?f ? lump-?um b?nu?. F?r ?x?mpl?, ? firm might giv? ? ??l??p?r??n ? $5,000 c??h b?nu? f?r ?xc??ding hi? ?r h?r qu?t? f?r th? y??r. ?lt?rn?tiv?ly, th? firm c?n pr?vid? high-?nd m?rch?ndi?? ?r v?c?ti?n tr?v?l ?uch ?? ? trip t? H?w?ii f?r which th? ?mpl?y?? w?uld n??d t? p?y $5,000. I will u?? th? t?rm t?ngibl? n?n-m?n?t?ry inc?ntiv? t? d??crib? inc?ntiv?? lik? thi? trip t? H?w?ii which ?r? p?rf?rm?nc? b???d, n?n-c??h, with n?n-trivi?l m?rk?t v?lu?. Wh?n ch???ing th? typ? ?f ?xtrin?ic inc?ntiv? t? ?ff?r, ? firm w?uld lik? t?
Liberalization: where it has lead us and where it is headed
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Electical Shop
Electrical Shop This project requires me to produce a imaginary business. To do this I must research into all aspects of a business, using books, people, and computer resources. To help me do this I will create action plans, that I will evaluate and redesign as I proceed during the project. The reason for the action plan is to help keep track and organise what I am doing, it also shows points that I must cover for my business to be successful. In this project there are certain parts of the project that can be decided before I created a action plan these are: What will I sell- I will sell electrical goods like televisions, videos, and hi-fis My shop name- I will call my shop "Kes" (Kapur's electrical shop). From what I already know I have decided to make my business a sole trader operation as these are the easiest to set up. Also in a sole trader business I will get to keep all of the profits. Also as I am a sole trader business there are less regulations that I have to comply with. As a sole trader I do not have to make my business accounts available to any one except the inland revenue. This is useful as it saves me time, and it keeps my business dealings secret to the public. What is the aim of "kes" The aim of "Kes" is primarily to be able to compete with other companies in the local area. Also to brake even, but provide a high quality service to the public. Then
Applied Business Unit 1
Asda Asda was formed back in 1965 when associated dairies and the Asquith brother's supermarket chain joined to form Asda Stores Ltd. Asda was an independent business which was expanding throughout Britain offering shoppers 'permanently low prices'. In 1999 it was taken over by Wal-mart a foreign American company. Since then its present ownership has been a PLC. Asda's main activity is selling food based products some of which are leading brands and others are its own local brand. The local Asda brand outsells the leading brand by a stunning 10 to 1. The other activities include a limited range of consumer electronics, home and leisure products and a wide range of cleaning products etc. Recently Asda has introduced its own clothing brand called George which is now a £2 billion a year global business. It is so successful that it can also be founded at Wal-mart stores as well. Asda has now entered into the booming market of financial services, it now does credit cards with rewarding interest rates and has entered itself to do pet, car and travel insurance. In recent years it has opened up a website that provides online shopping to customers and also provides a standard delivery service. Aims and Objectives Asda's aim since it started of in 1965 to present is still the same. 'To be Britain's best value retailer exceeding customer needs... Always' In simpler words
Plannng and research. I would like to open a African restaurant, food from all over the continent Africa. My aim is to have different races come and try what real African food and try food from that side of the world
Tranquil I would like to open a African restaurant, food from all over the continent Africa. My aim is to have different races come and try what real African food and try food from that side of the world .I believe that a restaurant is a place of relaxation and comfort ability both environmentally and in the catering. I want the restaurant to be a home away from home. I want there to be a tropical feeling and where it feels like the world has been condensed into one place. Restaurants generally provide a service. The provide food. All restaurants all different, it may be Chinese, Indian, English or Italian Restaurant patrons want to be delighted, but not necessarily surprised. If they're anticipating a family-style steakhouse but find themselves in a more formal environment with a bewildering gourmet menu, the surprise alone may keep them from enjoying the restaurant. Concepts give restaurateurs a way to let patrons know what to expect and also provide some structure for operation. Some of the more popular restaurant concepts include: Casual-dining restaurants, Family-style restaurants, Ethnic restaurants, Seafood and Steakhouses Family- style establishments offer speedy service and menus appealing to a broad range of customers, from children to seniors. Family-style restaurants have prices slightly higher than those at fast-food restaurants, yet still provide table
