Sefalana, Botswana’s Bountiful Granary came into existence in 1974 and was the first company to list on the Botswana Stock Exchange in 1979. Assume after completing your studies, you are hired temporarily as a consultant to provide some training on team management at a Sefalana

Sefalana, Botswana’s Bountiful Granary came into existence in 1974 and was the first company to list on the Botswana Stock Exchange in 1979. Assume after completing your studies, you are hired temporarily as a consultant to provide some training on team management at a Sefalana

Understanding Business

12th Edition

ISBN:9781259929434

Author:William Nickels

Publisher:William Nickels

Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

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