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Resource Mobilisation

NIOS · Class 10 · Entrepreneurship

Complete topic list for Resource Mobilisation in NIOS Class 10 Entrepreneurship. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Resource Mobilisation

1

Business Resources and the Five Ms

  • The five Ms of business resources are Money, Manpower, Material, Machine, and Method.
  • Money means financial resources.
  • Manpower means human resources.
2

Sources of Funds

  • Sources of funds are divided into two broad categories: traditional sources and modern sources.
  • Traditional sources of funds are Owner's funds, Finance by family and friends, and Moneylenders' funds.
  • Modern sources of funds are Angel investment funds, Incubators funds, Venture Capital, and Private equity funds.
3

Angel Investors

  • Angel investors are high net worth individuals who invest their personal funds in small start-ups or entrepreneurships.
  • Angel investors are often one of the earliest equity investors in a new start-up company.
  • They may invest in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity.
4

Business Incubators

  • Business incubators support start-ups and new entrepreneurs by providing development services.
  • These services include management training, affordable office space, shared offices, marketing support, and financial aid.
  • The concept of incubators was first used in the USA when Joseph Mancuso opened the Batavia Industrial Centre in New York.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Resource mobilisation in entrepreneurship means coordinating all activities needed to secure new and additional resources for an organisation.

Business resourcesFive MsFinancial resourcesHuman resourcesPhysical resourcesMethodSources of fundsTraditional sources of funds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Resource Mobilisation for NIOS Class 10 Entrepreneurship?
Resource Mobilisation covers several key topics that are frequently asked in NIOS Class 10 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Resource Mobilisation — NIOS Class 10 Entrepreneurship?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 59 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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