AM Designs is a private sector business. It makes dresses. It is a successful business because it adds value. Amira is directly responsible for a team of 12 people. 'I want to keep a short chain of command but I do need a manager to help me. I must find someone with the right qualities. All of my team are highly motivated and someone with the wrong management style might cause problems.'

1. (a)What is meant by the 'private sector'?[2]
2. (b)Identify two ways that a business could increase added value.[2]
3. (c)Identify and explain two advantages of a short chain of command for Amira.[4]
4. (d)Identify and explain three qualities that Amira might look for in a manager.[6]
5. (e)Do you think that the management style of the new manager might cause problems? Justify your answer.[6]