Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This 26 page paper is an in-depth examination of the construction industry in India and how the industry can can become more efficient and competitive. The paper conducts the examination using a detailed PEST analysis looking at the political, economic social and technological influences. The major impacts are seen as the government policies and culture ...

This 11 page paper considers a case where a Latin American government is considering an investment to build roads in the interior of the country with the aim of increasing the flow of goods and labor. The plans are assessed with a stakeholder analysis, potential costs and benefits are considered along with tools that could ...

This 8-page paper provides an overview of Singapore, from a demographics, economic and cultural view. Also included is information about Singapore's relationship with Malaysia, and the government concern over labor. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 22-page paper compares Britain and France, and government influence in industrial policies and markets. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper. The writer discusses many of the issues a company must consider before becoming a multinational company. Issues discussed include: differences in the governments of host nations, labor, cultural differences and planning. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing the international trade dispute between States A and B, hosts to Expando and Flexo wristwatch band manufacturers, respectively. Flexo has asked its courts to overrule a customs service refusal to impose import taxes on Expando’s products because the company receives government subsidies. All companies in Expando’s home market ...

This 10 page paper considers the Globalization of Disney, concentrating on the theme park in Paris and comparing it to Japan the different drivers are considered, including the social and cultural drivers, cost drivers, competitive drivers and government drivers. The MLA style bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 5 page papers explores different aspects of the auto maker industry: vertical expansion/integration, sources of capital, labor relations, government relations and new innovations. The last page discusses the trade deficit and the barriers U.S. automakers face when trying to enter a foreign market. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A comparison between models of industrial relations in the US and the UK, with particular reference to the role of trades unions and government, and an analysis of the way in which different models of corporate governance in various countries affect labour relations. Bibliography lists 7 sources

This 8 page paper looks at different aspects of international trade. The paper considers the drive towards internationalisation and the rise of the global enterprise, obstacles to international trade such as political and cultural constraints, the role of strategy when entering international markets, the influencing of foreign government and the importance of international ...

This 3 page paper looks at some of the macro environmental conditions that should be considered when opening a restaurant in Sri Lanka. The first part looks at love government influences though regulation, the second part considers global influences. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 7 page paper considers the development of tourism in China, including the socio-cultural and economic impacts. The paper looks at the development over time, the drivers and the impact that the industry has had and the way in which is has had to be supported by local communities and residents as well as government. ...

This 16 page paper considers industrial relations in Singapore. Using an historical framework of industrialisation in the area the writer identifies, discusses and analyses the main features of employment relations in Singapore. Topics include an outline of the tripartite arrangements, the apparently good record and the contradictory nature of union members having a duel ...

This 8 page paper considers the issues a western company may face if seeking to enter the Chinese market. The paper begins with an examination of general factors, such as economic, social and legal issues and then considers the industry factors. Industry factors indicate level of competition and the best way of entering the market. ...

A 10 page paper discussing the International Labour Organization's conventions 155 and 164 of 1981 and their applicability to the laws of Western Australia. The paper discusses the broad perspective of the conventions with particular attention to Articles 16 and 19 of convention 155. The first addresses the responsibility of employers to provide safe workplaces; the second reiterates ...

This 5 page paper examines the increase in health and fitness clubs and their membership since 1990. The growth in the US and the UK is outlined, before a brief consideration of the impact of health and fitness centres in the hotel industry. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

A 5 page paper with three parts. The first section provides a brief history of the company, including products and 2004 sales figures. The second section reports an article written about the company that focuses on the need to downmarket and the third section comments on social responsibility and corporate goals. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

This 10 page paper looks at the way in which performance assessment takes place in a National Health Service. After defining what is meant by performance assessment and considering its' goals and manifestations within the NHS performance assessment is then considered from three different perspectives; the legal perspective, the professional perspective and the ethical ...

This 10 page paper considers how human resource management is developing in South Africa in order to meet the commercial need to compete in the global economy. The paper argues that the patterns followed have many similarities with the main accepted theories, but that the way the move from personnel administration towards HRM is ...

This 18 page paper examines the well known aerospace, marine and energy engineering company by looking at the 2003 annual accounts. The paper examinees the company, its' history, accounting policies and financial performance. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 8-page paper discusses the potential role of Pacific Asia in the 21st century, from the point of view of politics and economics. Also discussed is some Pacific Asia history for perspective. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper that begins with a definition of globalization, which is followed by a history of globalization. The writer illustrates globalization as international trade has been practiced since at least a few centuries B.C. The rise in globalization in the last forty years is discussed as are the arguments for and against ...

This 11 page paper examines the entrance of Ben and Jerry’s into Japan. The paper looks at the way that the firm entered the Japanese market, considers the difficulties faced by the firm, especially when the history of international expansion with Ben and Jerry’s had been ineffective. The lessons learned from previous experience and the ...

This 14 page paper provides an overview of the bank's current state of affairs and history. The bank is evaluated with the use of Porter's Five Forces model as well as the use of a PEST analysis. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 10 page paper gives a good overview of Tate & Lyle. The paper starts with an outline of the company history, and then looks at the development of its strategy, shareholding structure, corporate governance, organisational structure and global presence and then looks at the main businesses, revenue sources and the financial performance of the ...