Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This 10 page paper considers the impact of Europe ion trade for a UK company. The writer looks at the effect of membership on UK economic policy, the patterns of trade between member states, the implications for UK organisations of the enlargement of the EU and how UK organizations mat find opportunities for selling in ...

This 5 page paper considers the way in which some countries in the Asian regions have achieved strong economic growth through investment whilst others have failed. The writer argues that there are a range of preconditions that need to be present in order for external investment to be attracted. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

6 pages. This paper explains what globalization is and how the events of September 11 served to change everything in light of how the United States utilizes globalization. The effects on relationships between the United States and the rest of the world will forever be different after the September 11th terrorist attacks. ...

This 6 page paper considers the emerging market of fast food franchises in Syria. The writer uses Porters five forces model to comprehensively examine this sector. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

A 5 page paper. As globalization has escalated and as corporations have merged, new terms to describe types of organizations have emerged. This paper defines and describes these three types of international corporations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at Marks and Spencer's and consider the company in terms if intentional operations. The writer first looks at the history of the company that has led to the current position, why the company choose to develop internationally and then the role that the international retail division plays and the income ...

This 16 page paper examines the strategic approach of this major oil producing and refining company The writer looks at the market positions, the use of economies of scope and scale, the development of emergent strategies and the structure of the company. The writer undertakes this paper by considering the academic theory and then ...

This paper examines how globalization has impacted operations domestically and internationally among firms in Asia. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page research paper that summarizes and analyzes Friedman's view on globalization. The writer also offers a look at the downside of globalization's effects. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at both companies and their interrelationship as well as their relationship as current competitive forces. Globalization is discussed as it relates to these large companies. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This paper examines the attitude of labor unions in the U.S. toward the World Trade Organization, and why the attitude is more negative than positive. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the state of the industry in Syria, a middle-tier oil producer. The oil and gas industry in Syria is in a state that most of the rest of the world fails to understand can exist in the Middle East. The country faces declining reserves of oil, and faces ...

A 5 page paper discussing the ongoing dispute over allowing Mexican trucks to deliver goods produced in Mexico but shipped to the US for sales and marketing. The US trucking industry is one that has many constraints placed on it. It is relatively stable as long as it remains in equilibrium, for all ...

This 7 page paper consider the impact that entering the single European currency may have on the economy and hw the government seek to control exchange rates. The paper then considers what influence the entrance of Bulgaria to the EU will have in the wine importers in the UK. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This paper examines the negative impact that the "superbrand" companies, such as McDonald's, Nike and others, have on international cultures, workforce and competition. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 10 page paper considers trade patterns n Russia and argues that these are a reflection of the economic instability and may be seen as an indication of the developing nature of the relatively new capitalist economy. The bibliography cites 14 sources.

This 7 page report discusses the largest brewer in the United States in terms of its management style, philosophy, accomplishments, and future opportunities. Anheuser-Busch is undeniably an industry leader. The St. Louis, Missouri, brewery leads the industry in the United States with a market share of an amazing 47.5 per cent according to BrandWeek (06-19-00). ...

A 6 page paper discussing human resource considerations in a developing nation. Many employers do not meet the psycho-social needs of the staff, though there are those agricultural interests that are attempting to implement higher standards for themselves. Those who provide more than only subsistence wages without added benefit can become employers of ...

This 6 page paper is a job analysis of the management accountant for a fictitious firm. Three methods are used in combination to perform the job analysis and the areas of expertise as described by CPA Australia are used as a benchmark. The analysis indicates the firm needs to change the actual functions being performed. ...

This 5 page paper consider the market for trucks in Egypt. This developing economy has an increasing demand and may be seen as presenting great potential for the future. The writer considers the reasons for the growth in this market and why a company may seek to enter the market at this time. The bibliography ...

This 7 page paper considers the use of franchises to expand into another country. The writer considers the background information that would be needed, and then considers how supply and demand as well as marginal costing calculations may be used to maximise profits form a new product introduced through the franchises. The paper uses the ...

This 10 page paper considers the reasons a company will look to internationalise, such as push and pull factors. The writer then considers the different ways in which this may take place, such as exporting, forming a subsidiary company and different forms of joint venture. The paper then considers how a joint venture may be ...

A 21 page paper discussing the benefits and methods of privatizing port operations. The pressure on business all over the world in the past several years has been to become more efficient in operation in all respects. Financial efficiency was one of the first points of focus, but that effort of course led ...

A 5 page paper discussing whether product or safety standards will prevent Tyco International Electronics from being able to operate profitably in Brazil. There is no reason that Tyco International should hesitate to enter the Brazilian market; there is no reason for it to be hesitant to place a manufacturing facility there. Government ...

An 8 page paper discussing a marketing plan for WorldPay, an online payment service focusing on business-to-business transactions. The paper adds discussion of the marketing mix and benefits to client companies to general background discussed elsewhere and not included in this paper. The paper concludes that WorldPay also needs to stress that its ...