Governing Business Development Course 3 Lessons only £160.00
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The issues and concerns raised throughout this course are becoming increasingly pertinent to all organisations who must be more aware of the far-reaching effects of their business activities. It is no longer possible for an organisation to pursue a course of action where the social and environmental effects go unnoticed. A firm must have a social conscience and satisfy the needs of all its stakeholders if it is to survive in the ‘greener’ business environment which exists at the start of this century.
In this course we look at the issues and challenges affecting small businesses and the different growth strategies adopted by this type of organisation. We also look at the benefits and disadvantages of the small business and how the sector has flourished in the UK since the mid 1980s.
At the other extreme, the multinational corporation is discussed, again in terms of its growth strategies and rationale but also in terms of its impact on the countries in which it operates. We place particular emphasis on the impact of MNCs on less developed countries and on how such communities can be both positively and negatively affected.
Moving on from our discussion of MNCs we look in more detail at the issue of sustainable development and the need for organisations to reconcile economic, social and environmental aspects of their activities and to foster greater awareness of the ‘triple bottom line’. Much of the literature suggests that it is no longer viable for firms to pursue a strategy of aggressive economic growth without taking into account the effects on human communities and the environment.
Analysis of the different stakeholders highlight the fact that organisations are accountable to many different parties, many of whom have specific and often conflicting interests.
We concluded this course by considering the reasons why governments intervene in the free market mechanism and the different forms that interventions might take. There are, however, several arguments in favour of laissez-faire and these must be balanced against the benefits and disadvantages of intervention.
On completion of this course you will be able to:
- Demonstrate the transferable skills of group working, problem solving and autonomy as they show that they comprehend the nature of small firms, can appreciate the basic growth strategies of firms and are aware of the importance and behaviour of trans-national corporations (TNCs).
- Demonstrate the transferable skills of autonomy and communication as they show that they are aware of the effects of business development on the ecological system and on human communities.
- Demonstrate transferable skills: autonomy, communication and the responsibilities a firm may have to others.
- Demonstrate an awareness alternative ways in which business ‘success’ might be assessed and how governments may seek to influence business development.
- Course Syllabus
- Qualifications
- Professional Membership
- Student Community
- Fees
- Study Options
- Related Courses
- Support
- Benefits
- Superfan
- Further Info
Syllabus
Business Development
- Introduction
- The Economic Environment Revisited
- Defining the Small Business
- Growth of the Small Business
- Multinational Corporations
- The Global Economy
- Defining the Multinational Corporation
- Why Go Multinational?
- Impact of MNCs
- Summary
Effects of Business Development
- Introduction
- The Worlds in which Business Takes Place
- Sustainable Development: Why Do We Need It?
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- The Impact of Business Development
- Summary
Governing Business Development
- Introduction
- Business Organisations and Responsibilities
- The Role of the Government in Controlling Business Development
- Forms of Government Intervention
- The Case Against Intervention
- Summary
Qualifications
On completion of your course, you will receive these qualifications:
Qualification: Governing Business Development Certificate
Governing Business Development Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, entitling you to use the letters SAC Cert after your name.
Requirements for Entry
There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.
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Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
Student Community
We understand that studying from home may be a new experience for you. You could even be excused for feeling a little dauntedsince you will not be studying in a traditional "classroom environment". To help our students overcome these concernswe have developed the Student Zone. The Student Zone encourages a high level ofinteraction with your tutor and other like-minded students.
All of our students receive access to the Student Zone,within this area you can:
- Access the student forum which allows you to share ideas and chat with other students.
- View your tutor's feedback on your marked assignments.
- View optional reading lists for your course (where available).
- Access free online games, for when you need a break from studying.
- View the study guide with plenty of useful hints and tips on how to get the most out of your course.
- Access free courses such as: Improving Learning Skills, Job Interview Skills, The Effective Learner, Goal Setting and Time Management, Ten Tips to Complete a Good Test Paper.
- Find details on our generous Referral Programme.
Study Options
This course is currently only available to be studied via the traditional paper-based method.
Study Hours
This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.
The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 60 hrs.
Benefits
What's Included
- All study materials
- Study Guide
- Full Tutor and Admin support
Additional Benefits
This section is designed to help you with your study. It will help you to work more efficiently, manage your study time, improve your presentation of work, increase your ability to remember facts and concepts, and get the most out of your chosen course.
Studying is more than gathering information and reproducing it in assessment tasks such as essays and examinations. Studying involves knowing how to approach a problem, analysing the problem, identifying what you already know, deciding how to gather more information, and much more. This section will help you gain and improve your skills in studying.
Course outline
Studying is an active process. Open learning materials enable adult learners to take responsibility for their own learning. This course has been prepared as an open learning resource for people who wish to undertake a learning programme that involves them preparing for a period of studying. It is designed either to form part of any course of study or may be used as a freestanding guide by students.
You can use this course, as an active learner, to identify:
- what you know already
- what you need to know
- what interests you
- how to use your knowledge to enhance your critical awareness.
This course will enable you to improve your study skills and it is designed for students, practitioners and other people involved in learning and/or being assessed.
Syllabus
- Introduction and Objectives
- Learning to Learn
- Setting Aside Time for Study
- Concentration
- Effective Reading
- Effective Note-taking
- Preparing to Write
- Planning and Writing the Assignment
- Assessment
- Basic Research
- Introduction to Computers
- Spreadsheets and Excel
- Using Databases and Access
- Word Processing with MS Word
Cost of course: FREE to Elearnuk students
Cost to non-Elearnuk students: £125.00
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This section will consider the importance of study skills and how we can identify and enhance our current skill set. We will then take a closer look at different learning styles and how knowledge of our own preferences in this area can make our learning more effective. Finally we will look at some basic time management techniques to enable you to plan and organise your studies and stay motivated.
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A collection of games to sharpen your concentration or just take time out from studying.
A collection of reference materials, links to e-journals, and reading lists compiled by our tutors
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Related Courses
Below you will find a list of courses that previous students have taken to complement their course. We hope that this list will give you some idea of the types of progression courses we offer, or alternative course options that may be of interest to you.
- Business Management (SAC) - Business Management can be defined as the process of leading and directing all or part of an organisation, through the deployment and manipulation of resources (human, financial, material, intellectual or intangible). Managers must also measure the performance... Read More »
- Advertising - Good advertising is advertising which sells the product! Advertising which looks beautiful and reads well may indeed sell the product but then again, it may fail to do so if other things in the marketing mix are not equal. This course should be of... Read More »
- Advertising and Promotion (Skills Course) - This course deals with how to get your message across to your customers.... Read More »
- Business Decision Analysis - For those involved in business, particularly for those in managerial positions, the ability to make effective decisions or to contribute to the decision-making process is of vital importance. The ability to use mathematical techniques is becoming an... Read More »
- Business Economics - Economics is the study of scarcity and the consequences of scarcity. Individuals, households, businesses and nations all experience some level of scarcity, in that they do not possess all the resources to satisfy all their wants and needs. Decisions ... Read More »
Further Information
Course Text
For this course you will be required to purchase the textbooks:
Sloman J and Sutcliffe M (2004), Economics for Business, (3rd Edition) FT Prentice Hall (Harvard convention)
This textbook has been chosen because it presents the information in an interesting and interactive way, leading to a high level of student participation. The book contains many case studies and activities which help introduce a ‘reality check’ on some of the theoretical concepts being considered.
There is also a related website which complements the textbook and this can be found at www.booksites.net/sloman.
The second source of reference is the supplementary textbook:
Capon C (2004) Understanding Organisational Context: Inside and Outside Organisations (2nd Edition) FT Prentice Hall (Harvard convention)
