Assignment:
Stock Symbol:
· Stock exchange where traded:
· How long has Starbucks been in business:
· How did Starbucks get started:
· What was the original product, idea or service that started the business:
Products or services offered:
o What products or services do they currently offer?
o What is the geographic distribution of their sales... local, national, or international?
· What can you tell about the management of the firm? Do they appear to develop a culture that is a good fit for you?
· What kind of employees do they hire? What positions are available? What job could you envision having at the firm?
· Outline two macro economic factors that are currently impacting their performance.
· Outline two micro economic factors that influence their performance.
· List three questions you would expect to be asked on a job interview?
· List three questions you would like to ask the managers on an interview?
· Overall after this research would you still like to work at this firm and why?
Written Assignment: Please prepare a typed summary of your research. Include a copy of the most recent financial statements (income statement and balance sheet only)