Learning objectives
Explain why firms differ in size and why small firms survive alongside large ones
Describe internal (organic) growth and diversification and evaluate them as routes to expansion
Distinguish horizontal, vertical (forward and backward) and conglomerate integration through mergers and takeovers
Analyse the reasons for integration and its consequences for the firm, its employees, consumers and competition
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