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Part B: gathering information about two companies, making a summary, and stating (with reasons)
which one offers the best potential for a takeover
While one candidate is being tested, the next one can prepare their presentation.
The information you need to give the candidate is Part B is set out in the boxes below. This is a test of
the candidates ability to ask questions. Do not volunteer information unless asked specifically for it.
NuuSofft
Produces apps popular with Apple iPhone users.
Sales: Excellent. Produced a best-selling app (DataXlinx) which has sold over 2 million downloads.
The company was set up 6 years ago.
Market value: 350 million
Profit last year: 71 million
Share price: Has been increasing over the last year and currently stands at 1.02.
PDQriter
Produces database software.
Sales: steady, not spectacular. But the company has recently released a piece of software that is being described by
reviewers as revolutionary.
The company was set up only 2 years ago.
Market value: 176 million
Profit last year: 29 million
Share price: Has remained at about 0.71 since the company went public last year.
Notes on assessment:
Part A: Presentation. Total 5 marks. Award 1 mark each for:
Overall comprehensibility
Good questioning and ability to get all the facts by asking for repetition or clarification where necessary.
Award 2 marks each for: