Discussion Post: "Ownership and Franchising"
1) Two friends are considering launching a small company, which they believe has potential to grow into a large firm in the future. Identify three important factors they should take into consideration when selecting a form of ownership. Next, recommend one form of ownership you believe will best serve the organization now and in the future. Justify your response.
2) Identify two key criteria you would use to evaluate different franchise opportunities, then select a franchise using the franchisegator or worldfranchising websites. Next, discuss the benefits and limitations of this particular franchise.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.