STUDY GUIDE

BMSB5103

Small Business Management

Contents
Part One: Course Introduction ........................................................................... 5
Synopsis .................................................................................................... 5
Objectives .................................................................................................. 5
Learning Outcomes.................................................................................... 5
Study Load ................................................................................................. 6
Main Textbook(s) ...................................................................................... 6
Assigned Readings .................................................................................... 6
Additional Recommended Readings .......................................................... 7
Assessment ............................................................................................... 7
Part Two : Learning Guide .................................................................................. 9
Overview .................................................................................................... 9
Topic 1 ..................................................................................................... 11
Topic 2 ..................................................................................................... 19
Topic 3 ..................................................................................................... 27
Topic 4 ..................................................................................................... 34
Topic 5 ..................................................................................................... 40
Topic 6 ..................................................................................................... 47
Topic 7 ..................................................................................................... 56
Topic 8 ..................................................................................................... 63
Topic 9 ..................................................................................................... 70
Topic 10 ................................................................................................... 80
Appendices ........................................................................................................ 89
Appendix A: Learning Support ................................................................. 89
Appendix B: Study Tips ............................................................................ 90