Political, Legal and Social Environment

Source materials for intending PSIM students

1.	outline the key features of the political, legal and social environment within which business operates	PLS1
2.	give examples of the influence that the environment has upon business and business decisions	PLS2
3.	describe the key features of the political process and means of exerting influence on political decisions	PLS3
4.	explain the key features of the legal system and the fundamental principles of the law of Contract and Tort	PLS4
5.	identify and outline examples of ethical and social issues and trends that impact upon business	PLS5
6.	distinguish between internal and external factors affecting business performance	PLS6
	Any other evidence from your work experience similar to, or the equivalent of, the above (specify)
An excellent source that covers many of the issues in this module (and much more besides) is the following: Worthington, Ian and Britton, Chris (2003) The Business Environment (4th edition), Harlow: Pearson Education (£34.99)

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