Essays and Research Papers on International Business

A 6 page paper that addresses the question: What are the management issues and challenges facing global leaders. The writer outlines, describes, and discusses the issues and challenges as reported by numerous writers and practitioners. The writer also discusses the characteristics and skills today's global leaders must possess. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper considers a company that wishes to set up a joint venture in China. The writer examines why a joint venture is the best structure for the business in the foreign environment and the problems that may be faced. The writer also explains the legal process of setting up a pint venture ...

This 5 page paper considers the nature of consumerism in Australia, with a focus on the creation of a global consumer culture and increasing international trade. This paper relates some of the products in a household that represent this kind of global consumerism and the implications for countries like Australia. Bibliography lists 2 ...

A 15 page paper. India has lifted numerous trade restrictions over the past ten years and particularly since 1997. This paper discusses India's economy, trade policies, changes in trade policies and why the reforms were made and the fact that globalization acted as one of the drives towards reforming their trade policies. Since agriculture ...

This 8 page paper provides the student with information necessary for constructing a business report on tourism in France. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 11 page paper considers the way in which trade tariffs influence international trade. By looking at the way tariffs may be used, such as protection, retaliation and to raise revenue the writers considers the wider implications for a business considering internationalising. The writer also considers alternatives, such as the use of quotas. The ...

This 40 page paper examines the company Wal-Mart and the problems it is having entering the German Market. The writer begins by looking at the company background and strategy, along with its' core competencies. The paper also considers the problems that the company may face, with the lack of ability to gain a first mover ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the foreign trade zone. The concept is defined and many benefits are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages. This paper will explain the organizational structure some companies use to operate international subsidiaries as well as the training that will be needed, how the training will be utilized, and what type labor forces will be in use in the international locations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing Chile's economy and outlook for the future. As has been the case in so much of South America, Chile's economy has been uncertain for decades. Less certain at some times than at others, the country has made a consistent and concerted effort to build a sustainable export-driven economy ...

Singapore is one among few nations that has been extremely successful in their economic policies favoring globalization in both domestic as well as foreign policies. This 8 page paper explores the foreign and domestic economic policies of this city, state in relation to the 'age of globalization. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper considers how the mobile telephone industry in Thailand has been influanced by advancing technology such as third generation telephones, WAP and SMS text messaging. The paper then considers the environmental influences. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

A 12 page paper discussing Ford's current standing as a multinational enterprise. The paper discusses the innovation in which Ford was born; its growth through the years; its 1980s commitment to quality; current environmental issues; and the departure of Jacque Nasser. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 18 page paper examines Mexico as a potential trading target looking at the background to the country including economic, cultural, political social and geographical. This also includes consideration of the impact of NAFTA. Once these have been assessed and discussed the choice between internal investment or exporting to the country. The bibliography cites 24 ...

5 pages. This paper will explain the organizational structure used by Bacardi Ltd. to operate international subsidiaries in the Bahamas as well as the training that will be needed, how the training will be utilized, and what type labor forces will be in use in the international locations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages. The Gillette Corporation is a multinational Corporation operating in over one hundred countries in the world. This paper will explain how a company operates when each of the markets is as diverse as those in different countries all over the world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 12 page paper considers the different strategies of two European countries. The writer considers the two companies separately and looks at strategies such as first mover advantage acquisitions, strategic alliances and diversification. The bibliography cites 22 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the apparent dichotomy in nationalist sentiment in the presence of transnational alliances. Nationalism and transnationalism do have a common ground. Singapore would have made its great strides alone, but bringing neighbors along too strengthens the economic and political stability of the entire region, thereby contributing to Singapore's further ...

A 7 page paper that first defines globalization and then discusses opposition to globalization. There is a large and diverse group of individuals and organizations that strongly oppose globalization on a number of grounds, one of which is the destruction of the environment. This is the objection that involves the IMF and World Bank directly. ...

With the advent of the single currency in Europe there will be direct effects on the companies located outside of the single currency zone that wish to trade with those inside the single currency. This 7 page paper considers the impacts that the single currency may have on companies in this position. The writer includes ...

7 pages in length. Russia's economic base has been under considerable modification since the collapse of the Soviet Union, making the transition from polar opposites even more difficult for such transitional state of Kazakhstan. Particularly influenced by the fall have been its business people, who have attempted to stand strong throughout all the ...

This 8 pager paper considers all the different costs involved in setting up a restaurant, issues discussed but include rate of exchange, margins, revenue it can generate, market share, cost to open, type of customers, growth potential generated, and the many problems involved in opening an international market. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the market for consumer durables good in Egypt, the size of the market, companies operating within the market and influences that may be relevant, such as legislation. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A five page page paper which looks at the cultural differences between Thailand and the US, and the way in which these would impact on marketing and company organisation for an American firm commencing operations in Thailand. Bibliography lists 5 sources

A 10 page paper discussing conditions underlying Chiquita Brands’ pursuit of Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, for which it blames trade restrictions in Europe. Chiquita’s argument that EU protectionism has been the author of all its difficulties simply will not hold water. Rather, the problems at Chiquita stem more from failure to successfully and ...