in many places, large chain stores are taking over the market place, making it impossible for small businesses to compete with them. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this situation.
The bar chart gives information about the proportions of academic staff members in faculties, namely arts, business, education, engineering, law, medicine and science, by gender, in a major university, in the year 2012.
Some people think that consumerism can boost the economy and create business and jobs. Others consider that society becomes a ‘ throw-away society’ producing unnecessary waste. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Large businesses have big budgets for marketing and production and as a result, people gravitate towards buying their products. What problem does this cause? What could be done to encourage people buy local products
Nowadays many business meetings and trainings are happening online and not in real offices. Do you think, the advantages of this approach outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays more and more business meetings and business trainings are taking place online. Does the advantage of this development outweigh disadvantage.
People are living longer. Some people think that it causes big problems. Others, however, think that the aging population has many advantages for business, government, and society in general. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
tIn some countries, small town centre shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
2. More business meetings are being conducted online rather than person to person. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Write 200-250 words on the following topic: Some people like to work in small companies or businesses while others prefer working for large companies or government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
ou recently saw an advertisement about a business conference that can be helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference.
In your letter, say:
what the conference is about
how you know about the conference
explain to him/her why it is important that you attend this conference
You should write at least 150 words.
Government alone cannot be expected to solve environmental problems. It is also the responsibility of businesses and individuals to help. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the only way to judge someone’s success in business is by the amount of money they make. Some say owing a personal business really helps you make money. Do you agree or disagree give your opinion and examples.
Some people believe that can sports man earn more money than a good business man. Do you agree or disagree . Give specific idea with specific examples.
Some business now say that no one can smoke cigarettes in their offices. Some government have banned smoking in public plces. Overall this is a very good idea. To what extent do you agree
The government should encourage industries and businesses to move out of big cities and into regional areas. To what extent do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
TRAFFIC AND ACCOMMODATION PROBLEMS ARE INCREASING, AND THE GOVERNMENT SHOULD ENCOURAGE BUSINESS TO MOVE FROM CITIES TO RURAL AREAS. DO THE ADVANTAGES OUTWEIGH THE DISADVANTAGE?
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic wolrd. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Companies are responsible only for making money for their investors. Therefore, they should not be held accountable for the environmental and social costs of their business activity to society as a whole. Businesses should do no more than concentrate on making profit. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets, many small local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local businesses will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
While some think family run business is the best way to run it , others think Family run business is problematic. What is your opinion.
One of your friends ask you to be a partner in his new business.
write a letter to reply him:
- give your opinion about your friend's business idea
- tell him weather or not you have decided to accept his offer
- and explain your reason for this decision
The chart below shows the percentage of students choosing three university majors in a Saudi university from 2015 to 2025. | Year | Medicine | Engineering | Business | | 2015 | 40% | 35% | 25% | | 2017 | 38% | 34% | 28% | | 2019 | 35% | 32% | 33% | | 2021 | 33% | 30% | 37% | | 2023 | 30% | 28% | 42% | | 2025 | 28% | 26% | 46% |
Some people prefer to buy a house with enough money in hand, while some think to enter a business. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
The top priority of businesses is making money,and they do not need to have social responbilities.To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Due to the development and fast exapansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small business are unable to compete. Some people believe that the of small business will bring about the death of the local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
During a recent plane jurney, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurant.You talked to him and suggested that you should cantact him about a possible job in one of his restourants.
● remind him when and where you met
● tell him what kind of job you are interested in
● say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Some people think that the main benefit of international cooperation is environmental protection, while others think businesses benefit the most. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skills. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some Governments are encouraging businesses to move the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh to disadvantages?
Some business prohibit smoking in any of their offices. Some governments have banned smoking in all public places. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that businesses should support local communities as it offers a chance for marketing and promotion. Others consider that communities should be supported by the government, not by businesses.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some say that secondary school should spend less time on traditional subjects such as history and should spend more time on communication skills and business courses. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
Instructions Read the question below and write a thesis statement. You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task. You should write one sentence that clearly takes a stand and summarizes the statement in the question. Some people think that the only way to be successful in business is to have a unique product. Discuss if you agree or disagree.
The top priority of businesses is making money, and they do not need to have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagress?
These days, more and more business meetings are taking place online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend
IELTS Some think that climate change reforms will negatively affect business. Others feel they are an opportunity for businesses. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
With many problems of transport and accommodation in cities, some governments are encouraging business to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below shows the contribution of three sectors- agriculture, manufacturing, and business and financial services- to the UK economy in the twentieth century.
The top priority of businesses is making money, and they do not need to have socia; responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
While something family run, business is the best way to run it. Others think family run businesses problematic, what is your opinion
Most people enjoy holidays and the travel and tourism is a billion dollar industry. All over the world people are traveling either for business or pleasure or both. People who can afford to or have free time go away frequently for short holidays or on weekends. Others who are working or studying try to take a holiday at least once a year, away from home and work or studies. What are the benefits of travel? Give good reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
Some people think climate change has a negative impact on business, while others think that it provides more business option. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to your friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business. In your letter
– Give a brief description of the business
– Mention what you’d like to be there on the website
– Provide some ideas on use of images on the web site.
There is a disagreement on the impact of increased business and culture contact between countries on a country’s identify. What is your opinion?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
According to those in the travel business, the nature of the average 'holiday' is changing. Rather than seeking a relaxing break in a far-away place, people now want exitement on their holidays and are keen to participate in unusual and challenging activities. Do you agree or disagree?
Surveillance cameras in banks, offices, shops and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the workplace and public, but they are also took for their users to spy on people's private business. what problems do surveillance cameras create? what are the solutions?
Your friend is planning to go on a business trip to a city you know well. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
– tell him/her about some attractions to go sightseeing
– recommend a restaurant to eat
– give some advice on transportation