5 Types & 5 Forms of
Business Ownership - Hajar & Alizeh
There are various types and forms of business ownership, each with unique characteristics and examples. Partnerships involve two or more people sharing profits and responsibilities, with examples like Google and Starbucks.
5 Types & 5 Forms of
Business Ownership - Hajar & Alizeh
Non-Profit
A type of business that operates for a specific purpose other than making a profit, this business often relies on donations, grants and fundraising to achieve their goals (eg. the Canadian red cross society, Canadian cancer society).
E-Commerce
A type of business that operates online, selling
products or services over the internet, this business ranges from small independent online stores to larger national platforms (eg. shopify, amazon, ebay).
Manufacturing
A type of business that uses raw materials
or components to create finished goods, this business makes most of the products that we use (eg. furniture, clothing production).
Merchandising
A type of business that sells physical products known as merchandise, it involves purchasing goods from suppliers and selling them to consumers (eg. clothing store, book store, grocery store).
Service
A type of business that provides services rather than physical products, it helps people who don't have the time or skills to complete certain tasks by themselves (eg. hairstylist, plumber).
Co-operative is a business where a group of people work together for their mutual benefit. they share resources, responsibilities and profits. Some examples of a co-operative business are the associated press, and best western.
Franchise
A franchise is a business where one party lets another party use their brand/product to run a business. some examples of a franchise business are McDonalds, Taco Bell, KFC, 7-Eleven and Dunkin.
Corporation
A corporation is a separated legal entity owned by shareholders, managed by directors and has limited liability. some examples of a corporation are amazon, Microsoft and Disney.
Partnership
A partnership is a business arrangement where two or more people come together to join and share profits. Some examples of a partnership business are Google, Starbucks, and adidas.
Sole Proprietorship
A sole proprietorship is a business owned or operated by one person. Some examples of a sole proprietorship business are freelance writers, graphic designers and personal trainers.