Intro to Business, Anniversary Edition

by Eggland, Steven A.; Dlabay, Les; Burrow, James L.; Ristau, Robert A

• ISBN13: 9780538435208
• ISBN10: 0538435208
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-04-19
• Publisher: South-Western Educational Pub

Summary

Intro to Business, 4th edition, will introduce students to the world of business and help prepare them for the economic roles of consumer, worker, and citizen. This course will serve as a background for other business courses they may take in high school and college, assist them with consumer decision-making, prepare them for future employment, and help them effectively perform their responsibilities as a citizen.

Table of Contents

Economic Decisions

Economic Systems

Economic Roles

Economic Measurements

Business in Our Economy

Business Structure

Manager as Leader

Producing and Marketing Goods and Services

Social Responsibility and Business Ethics

International Business

Government in Our Economy

Managing a Small Business

Managing Human Resources

Maintaining Financial Information

Computers in Business

Computer Applications

Your Future with Technology

Human Resources in Our Economy

Planning a Career

Succeeding in the World of Work

Opportunities in Small Business

The Informed Consumer

Consumer Buying Decisions

Consumer Rights and Responsibilities

The Banking System and Financial Services

Opening a Checking Account

Using Checks and Other Payment Methods

Managing Your Checking Account and Other Financial Services

The Fundamentals of Credit

The Uses of Credit

The Cost of Credit

Credit Records and Regulations

Starting a Savings Program

Using Your Savings Plan

Investing in Bonds and Stocks

Making Other Types of Investments

The Fundamentals of Insurance

Vehicle Insurance

Property Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Foundations of Money Management

Budgeting Techniques

Your Financial Future

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