- 30 Marks
CSME – Nov 2016 – L2 – Q1 – Environmental Analysis
Analyze Pallat Manufacturing's macro-environment using the PESTEL model, discuss limitations, and explain risk audit stages.
Question
Pallat Manufacturing Company Limited was incorporated in Nigeria in 2004 and has made significant progress since its inception. The company manufactures cosmetics which it distributes throughout the country. However, the company is currently experiencing problems arising from major changes in its business environment. To deal with these challenges, the company set up a team of managers drawn from various departments. The team was required to evaluate the company’s current strategies in light of the challenges occurring in its environment.
a. With the aid of the PESTEL model, write a brief to be presented at the next scheduled meeting of the team, highlighting the significant factors in the macro-environment of the firm. (18 Marks)
b. Discuss TWO limitations of using the PESTEL analysis. (7 Marks)
c. As an Accountant, determine the FOUR stages involved in risk audit. (5 Marks)
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- Tags: Business Environment, PESTEL, Risk Audit, Risk Management, Strategic Planning
- Level: Level 2
- Topic: Environment analysis
- Series: NOV 2016