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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Corporate Structures & Strategic Actions

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
to take over

to take control of a company or business, particularly by buying more shares

Ex: Investors are eyeing the opportunity to take the innovative tech startup over and capitalize on its breakthrough products. 
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patent
patent
[noun]

a formal document that gives someone the right to be the only one who makes, uses, or sells an invention or product for a limited amount of time

Ex: The inventor received a patent for his innovative solar-powered car, protecting his design from being copied. 
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public relations

the process of presenting a favorable public image of a person, firm, or institution

Ex: The company's public relations team worked tirelessly to manage the fallout from the recent scandal. 
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shipping
shipping
[noun]

the act of transporting goods, particularly by sea

Ex: The shipping of goods from Asia to Europe has become more efficient with advancements in maritime technology. 
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operational
operational
[Adjective]

related to the way in which a business, organization, machine, etc. functions

Ex: The factory will be fully operational by the end of the month, increasing the company's production capacity. 
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to allocate

to distribute or assign resources, funds, or tasks for a particular purpose

Ex: The manager decided to allocate more budget to marketing for increased brand visibility. 
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to set up
to set up
[Verb]

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community. 
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corporate
corporate
[Adjective]

involving a large company

Ex: The corporate headquarters of the company are located in New York City. 
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to co-opt
to co-opt
[Verb]

to select or bring someone into a group as a colleague or fellow member

Ex: The committee co-opted several new members to strengthen its team. 
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insider
insider
[noun]

someone who is part of a particular group or organization, especially someone who knows information that others do not have access to

Ex: As an insider, he knew about the company’s future plans. 
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to orientate

to adjust one's position or direction relative to a reference point

Ex: The hikers orientated themselves using a compass. 
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to pool
to pool
[Verb]

to combine money, resources, or assets into a common fund for shared use

Ex: The investors pooled their capital to start a new business. 
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start-up
start-up
[noun]

a newly established company or business venture, typically characterized by its innovative approach, early-stage development, and a focus on growth

Ex: He launched a tech start-up with his friends. 
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Ltd
Ltd
[noun]

used after the name of a company to indicate that its owners are not legally responsible for all the money that the company owes but only to the amount they have invested in it

Ex: XYZ Ltd is a limited company registered under the Companies Act. 
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venture
venture
[noun]

a business activity that is mostly very risky

Ex: They started a new venture in the tech industry, knowing the risks. 
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cooperative
cooperative
[Adjective]

pertaining to an organization jointly owned and operated by its members

Ex: They shop at a cooperative grocery store that supports local farms. 
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incorporated
incorporated
[Adjective]

having become a legal business company

Ex: The incorporated firm has expanded its operations internationally, opening offices in five different countries. 
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managerial
managerial
[Adjective]

related to managing or supervising tasks, resources, or personnel within an organization

Ex: Her managerial skills include delegation, problem-solving, and team leadership. 
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to administer

to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters

Ex: The CEO diligently administers the company, overseeing its overall operations and strategic direction. 
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to close
to close
[Verb]

to finalize a business deal

Ex: After weeks of negotiation, the two companies finally closed the merger deal. 
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to endorse

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Ex: The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product, praising its effectiveness. 
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to merge
to merge
[Verb]

to combine things to create a single whole

Ex: The CEO's decision to merge the two departments resulted in improved efficiency and communication. 
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to publicize

to draw public's attention to something by giving information about it as an act of advertisement

Ex: The company hired a marketing team to publicize its new product through various media channels. 
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