Business management involves managing a business and its operations to achieve goals. This includes managing inventory, production, planning activities, human resources, and more. There are five core functions of management: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Planning involves setting goals and determining how to achieve them. Organizing is assigning tasks and establishing reporting structures. Staffing involves recruiting and placing the right employees. Directing oversees employees' work. Controlling measures performance against standards and takes corrective action when needed. Together these functions help businesses manage effectively.