Business Environment Report: Pearson PLC Analysis and PESTLE Framework

This report examines the business environment of Pearson PLC, a British multinational company in the education and publishing sector. It begins by providing an overview of Pearson PLC's corporate governance and organizational structure, detailing its history, directors, and key management personnel. The report then emphasizes the significance of PESTLE analysis for businesses, highlighting its role in strategic planning and understanding external factors. Finally, the report applies the PESTLE framework to analyze Pearson PLC's external environment, evaluating political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors that impact its operations. The analysis covers factors such as political stability, economic development, social trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes, providing a comprehensive assessment of the challenges and opportunities facing the company. The report concludes with a synthesis of the findings and their implications for Pearson PLC's strategic decision-making.