Exporting and Importing Used Car and Spare Parts from Europe to Africa a Business Plan for a New Company

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis was to compose a business plan for a newly formed company called Kasben whose main line of business is to export used cars and spare parts from Europe to some African countries. The main objective of this study is to determine the viability and profitability of this business Idea, and serve as an operation manual for the newly -formed company. This study will be related to the business planning process and international trade procedures. The basic principles of business planning are outlined in the theoretical framework. The theoretical section will explain the business planning process and also outline the theoretical background of the business plan.

This is an empirical study, the objective of which is to create a business plan for the author`s newly formed company by evaluating the literature, internet, various research works, internet source and authors and knowledge acquired during studies .The study will outline the main objectives and strategies of the business plan, the possible competitors and potential customers will be defined in the study. Industrial and market analysis, a financial plan, and marketing plan will be included in the business plan. A qualitative and action research method was used in this study; various sources such as literature and internet were used in the research process. The result of the study will be implemented by the author in making a business decision and to create business strategies