Module 1: The Organisation (1)

What is an organisation?

• A group of people working independently

• An entity or a social unit that comprises several people who work together to achieve a common goal

• A random collection of individuals

• A place where people gather for social events

What is a key characteristic of an organisation?

• Undefined roles and responsibilities

• Clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and authorities of each member

• Lack of structure

• No established relationships between members

Which type of organisation is supported by the state?

• Public Sector

• Private Sector

• Third Sector

• None of the above

Which type of organisation is run by individuals for profit and not supported by the state?

• Public Sector

• Private Sector

• Third Sector

• None of the above

Which type of organisation typically includes charities and social enterprises that reinvest their income?

• Public Sector

• Private Sector

• Third Sector

• None of the above

Which sector is owned and run by the government?

• Private Sector

• Public Sector

• Informal Sector

• Non-Profit Sector

What is one of the main purposes of the public sector?

• To maximize profits

• To provide goods and services to benefit the community

• To compete with private companies

• To reduce government spending

How does the public sector operate financially?

• Through private investments

• By selling shares

• With money raised from taxes

• By borrowing from international banks

Which of the following is a characteristic of the private sector?

• Owned by the government

• Driven by profit

• Financed by public funds

• Benefits the general public

Who benefits from the profit in the private sector?

• The government

• The general public

• Owners, shareholders, and investors

• Non-profit organizations