According to Porter, what determines the level of competitive intensity in an industry? How can value-chain analysis help identify a company’s strengths and weaknesses?

According to Porter, what determines the level of competitive intensity in an industry? How can value-chain analysis help identify a company’s strengths and weaknesses?

2. According to Porter, what determines the level of competitive intensity in an industry?

1. How can value-chain analysis help identify a company’s strengths and weaknesses?

2. According to Porter, what determines the level of competitive intensity in an industry?

Of Porter’s Five Forces, which force has the greatest influence on whether an industry would be profitable? Why? Give examples for the local market.

3. When does a corporation need a board of directors? Distinguish between the roles of the board of directors, shareholders, top manager, and CEO. What is the relationship between corporate governance and social responsibility?

4. Briefly explain the statement, “Settling accounting standards is a political process”.

Requirements: 2 pages