1.4 Stakeholders

Which stakeholder group is most likely to be interested in changing government policies?

• Shareholders

• Pressure groups

• Managers

• Suppliers

Which group’s main interest is the pay and working conditions of their worker members of an organization?

• Governments

• Pressure groups

• Trade unions

• Managers

Which stakeholder group owns part of a company and is interested in its financial performance?

• Local community

• Competitors

• Trade unions

• Shareholders

_________ - the individuals, organizations or groups with a vested interest in the actions and outcomes of a specific organization. They are directly affected by the performance of the business.

Which of the following is most likely to be internal stakeholders of a privately held company?

• Competitors

• Government

• Customers

• Employees

________ - Organizations that provide the goods and support services for other businesses. Their interests include receiving regular orders and receiving payments from their business customers on time.

Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be a relevant interest for employees?

• Better pay and bonuses

• Equal opportunities

• Improved job security

• Improved return on investment

Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be a relevant interest for directors of a company?

• Improved performance related bonuses.

• Improved environmental conservation efforts

• Improved market share of company

• Improved return on investment

Which of the following is likely a supplier for Pizza Hut restaurants? (check all that apply)

• Customers at Pizza Hut

• KFC

• Coca-cola

• Pizza container manufacturers

• IFC shopping mall

Which of the following are interests of the local community where a business operates? (check all that apply)

• Sponsorships for local events

• Employment opportunities

• Maximizing returns on investment

• Pursuing sustainable business practices