Please note: Assignment answers must be based on the text. (Fundamentals of Management)Do not go to any other sources, unless specifically instructed to do so.

Assignment 1

Answer the following four questions:

1. Briefly describe the four management functions.
2. Outline and briefly describe the five PLANNING TOOLS and TECHNIQUES.
3. Outline the Strategic Management Process. BRIEFLY explain each step.
4. The text discusses the external environment, and distinguishes the 'Specific Environment' and the 'General Environment'. Contrast and explain them and outline the factors that constitute these two environments. Explain their impact and how it differs.