Franchising as the method of market entering

The topic of this thesis is franchising issue. The aim was to define theoretically this form of market entry, to analyze the relationship between master-franchisee and franchisees in Europe within the The Little Gym company and consider suitability of franchising for this concept. The work is divided into 3 parts. The first one is devoted to characteristics of franchising, its advantages and disadvantages. Next part is focused on setting up a franchising business, franchise contract and manuals. The last part deals with the use of franchising in practice. The thesis also includes recommendations for better development of this franchise company