Business Functions

Question 1

What is the role of administration in a business

Answer 1

Responsible for orderly record-keeping on behalf of the other business functions

Question 2

What is the role of purchasing in a business

Answer 2

Check on the quality of goods bought, the level of service of the supplier and the price.
Makes sure money isn’t wasted and delivery is successful

Question 3

What is the role of marketing in a business

Answer 3

Moves goods and services from production to the consumer

Without sales the business is not able to earn profits and will fail

Question 4

What is the role of the finance sector of a business

Answer 4

Keeps close daily controls on the cash flow of the business and makes sure that accounts for inputs and salaries are paid, and money is received from sales.
Also supply management with reports and recommendations

Question 5

What is the role of public relations in a business

Answer 5

Supports the marketing sector in efforts to increase sales and profits of a business

Question 6

What is the role of human resources in a business

Answer 6

Keeps posts filled in the business with temporary or permanent workers
Support management with training programs, advice and assistance on appointments, salaries and various other matters

Question 7

What is the role of the production sector of a business

Answer 7

Improves productivity

Makes all activities of the business more efficient

Question 8

What is the role of general management of a business

Answer 8

Overseeing role at the top management level

Gives direction and guidance to all activities of all functions based on the mission and goals of the business

Question 9

What is the role of the risk management sector of a business

Answer 9

Keeps the business operating and reduces financial risks

Also aims to protect the workers and public from negative effects