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Different sectors of operation

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Private, Public, Third sector

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Different forms of legal business ownership

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Sole trader, Partnership, Private limited company, Public limited company

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State/government owned

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A type of business ownership where the government has control and ownership.

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Community interest companies (CIC)

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Businesses that aim to benefit the community rather than private shareholders.

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Legal status

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A factor that determines the legal identity and structure of a business.

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Funding

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The financial resources needed to start and operate a business.

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Control/decision making

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The process of making strategic and operational decisions in a business.

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Legal/administrative requirements

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The necessary legal and administrative tasks needed to establish and run a business.

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Financial objectives

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Break-even, increase revenue, reduce cost, make profit

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Break-even

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A financial objective where total revenues equal total costs