UNIT 3 AOS 1 Flashcards
Organisation
Two or more people working together to achieve an objective
LSO
An organisation that employs over 200 people, earns revenue in the millions, or has assets of more than $200million
Multinational Corporation
Owned and based in one country and operates in many other countries throughout the world
Characteristics of an LSO
- Revenue in the millions
- Employs over 200 people
- Assets over $200million
- Operates in multiple locations
Corporation
Owned by Shareholders and aims to make profit
Shareholders
Any person who has shares (unit of ownership) in the company
Government Business Enterprise
GBE EG. AusPost and VicRoads
Government owned corporations usually controlled by a board of directors with Government input on the Board. Often self-funded and manage their own operations. Revenue is primarily from the user-pays service the GBE provides. Its objective is to provide a service and make a profit.
Government Department
ATO and Centrelink
Responsibility to the department lies with the relevant level of government. Revenue is sourced from taxes and its objectives is to provide a service to the community.
The Public Sector
Government Owned
- Government Departments
- Government Business Enterprise
The Private Sector
- Private Company
- Public Company
- Charities and Foundations (Not For Profit)
Private Company
Ripcurl and Fernwood Fitness Centres
1-50 Shareholders, not listed on the ASX stock exchange
The sale of shares must be with the consent of the other shareholders. Name will be followed by PTY.LTD, Revenue is from income (revenue from the sales of goods and services provided by the organisation). Objective is to proved goods and/or services in the pursuit of profit.
Public Company
Westpac and Woolworths
May have a number of shareholders and are listed on the stock exchange. Shares can be brought and sold by the company. Revenue from the sale of goods/services they provide. Objective is to provide goods and/or services in the pursuit of profit.
Charities and Foundations (NFP)
Red Cross and Salvos
Charity: Provides assistance in the form of goods and services or finances to disadvantaged or marginalised groups in society
Foundation: Organised to raise awareness and funds to support a certain cause e.g Fred Hollows
Revenue is from fundraising and donations. Objective is to raise funds to be used to provide services for the needy or to support a particular cause
Management Functions
-Operations
-Human Resource
-Finance
-Marketing
Research and Development
Operations Function
To oversea the operations that produce the product. The layout of the plant is crucial to optimise ability to locate the workers and ensure the workers safety. Stock control is also imperative. The use of machinery and technology is monitored. Record keeping is immensely important
Human Resource Function
To ensure the health, welfare and safety of all employees, Their duties range from recruitment, training, compensation, the Union and the welfare of employees. Human Resource officers help supervisors and Managers deal with employee data and new paperwork
Marketing Function
To provide Marketing for the companies product or services. Jobs range from enhancing products, promoting products, online sales and promotion. Four important aspects for marketing are; product, price, promotion and placement. Marketers create plans so producers can apply and sell more.