1. Introduction to Commercial Organisations
Commercial organisations are integral to the economy, focusing on profit generation through various forms such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. Their main objectives include customer satisfaction, growth, and social responsibility. Understanding these organisations highlights their diverse structures and the roles they play in employment and economic development.
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- Commercial organisations aim to generate profit through the production or distribution of goods and services.
- Various types of commercial organisations include sole proprietorships, partnerships, and joint stock companies.
- Commercial organisations contribute to the economy by providing employment and mobilising capital for investments.
Key Concepts
- -- Commercial Organisation
- A business entity formed with the aim of earning profit through the production or distribution of goods and services.
- -- Sole Proprietorship
- A type of business owned and managed by a single individual who bears full liability for the business.
- -- Partnership
- A business structure owned by two or more individuals sharing profits and liabilities.
- -- Joint Stock Company
- A large business owned by shareholders, which operates as a separate legal entity.
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