Chapter 4 Overview

Topics

  • Forms of Business Ownership

Objectives

By the end of this week you will be able to...

  • Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the sole proprietorship form of business organization.
  • Explain the advantages of operating as a partnership, and what downside risks should partners consider.
  • Describe how the corporate structure provide advantages and disadvantages to a company and what the major types of corporations are.
  • Discuss what other options a company has for business organization in addition to sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations.
  • Describe what current trends will affect the business organizations of the future.

Weekly Schedule

Activity Estimated time required
Reading: Chapter 4 1 hour
Discussion: Week 4 45 minutes
Assignment: Week 4 45 minutes
Quiz: Chapter 4 45 minutes