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College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University

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1992

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The Difficulties For A Small Business In Obtaining Commercial Bank Loans During A Recession, Matthew J. Maruska Jan 1992

The Difficulties For A Small Business In Obtaining Commercial Bank Loans During A Recession, Matthew J. Maruska

Honors Theses, 1963-2015

This study examines why it is very difficult for a small business to obtain commercial bank loans during a recession. The methodology consisted of examining other research and writings, interviewing sources, and conducting a survey of small businesses. the study discussed the pre-financing preparation of a small business. Aspects of commercial bank financing are discussed, including: description of debt financing, the process for obtaining loans, and problems facing the commercial banking industry. A brief description is given of recessionary conditions and how economic indicators are used to describe those conditions. Various issue concerning financing a small business during a recession …


The Entrepreneurial Management Process In A Growing Small Business: A Case Study, James Benjamin Clarke Jan 1992

The Entrepreneurial Management Process In A Growing Small Business: A Case Study, James Benjamin Clarke

Honors Theses, 1963-2015

This research case study focuses on the identification and analysis of the entrepreneurial management process and its applicability as a practical solution to the problems resulting from growth and maturity of an entrepreneurial small business. The entrepreneurial management process is one which focuses on managing on organization to develop and capitalize on its entrepreneurial characteristics. It is examined in the context of the development of an entrepreneurial culture, employee empowerment, entrepreneurial teamwork, strategic planning, new ventures, and compensation. The working hypotheses suggest that the entrepreneurial management process is a practical and effective solution of the identified problems related to small …