The document discusses various strategies for business growth, including internal (organic) growth and external growth through mergers and acquisitions (M&As). It describes different types of M&As like mergers, takeovers, joint ventures, and franchising. It also explains the Ansoff Matrix, a tool that analyzes four growth strategies ranging from low to high risk: market penetration, product development, market development, and diversification. Overall, the document provides an overview of strategic options for expanding a business through both organic means and external partnerships or acquisitions.

1. IB Business and Management Unit 1.7 Growth and Evolution Pages 112-136

15. IB Business and Management Unit 1.7 Internal (Organic) Growth / External Growth Pages 119-128

26. 6b. Mergers and Takeovers 4. Conglomerate M & A (diversification) 3. Lateral Integration (similar operations) 2. Horizontal Integration (same industry) 1b. Backward Vertical Integration (towards supplier) 1a. Forward Vertical Integration (towards consumer) 1. Vertical Integration (different stages of production) Four Types Of Integration

27. 6c. Mergers and Takeovers Diversification Survival Synergy 1+1=3 Economies of Scale Greater Market share The Advantages of M & A’s

28. 6d. Mergers and Takeovers Regulatory Problems Diseconomies of Scale Redundancies Conflict Culture Clash Loss of Control The Disadvantages of M & A’s

31. IB Business and Management Unit 1.7 Franchises Pages 128-136