Essays and Research Papers on International Business

Ikea have had some difficulties in the Chinese market. This 3 page paper looks at what the problem is, develops some marketing objectives, identified the target market and then uses the 4 P’s model to make some marketing strategy recommendations. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the many factors that influence organizational culture. These factors include both external and internal considerations. The author illustrates these points with a brief look at the airline industry. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of global strategic planning, including the interaction with organizational design. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The German labour market has seen many challenges since reunification with East Germany. This 10 page paper considers some of the current problems of an inflexible workforce in culture that placed a high level of social burden on employers. The paper includes discussion of the potential policies that should and are being adopted to ...

This 14 page paper looks at globalization and how it has paved the way for the success of EBay. EBay is discussed specifically along with company history but a good deal of the paper examines globalization and how it has impacted the economy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7 page paper develops the outline for a PowerPoint presentation on the state of the manufacturing industry in India, looking at its size, importance and competitiveness. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 14 page paper considers ethics in business and specifically in the airline industry. The paper is written in four parts. The first part examines the reasons why any business may adopt a distinct ethical position. The second part looks at the ethical pressures and issues that are present in the airline industry including Qantas. ...

This 3 page paper assesses the Thames Gateway development as a model example of the use of public private partnership. The paper considers the aims of the project and considers the evidence of investment and looks at the indicators of success so far. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 9 page paper which examines how London and Paris are responding to globalization. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 12 page paper examines the business model that is used by Stelios to establish a new car hire, or car rental, company to compete with companies such as Hertz, Alamo and Avis by offering lower prices. The paper is written in four parts. The first part of the paper identifies the characteristics of the ...

This 7 page paper examines the way in which Cadbury Schweppes approach and embrace the concept of corporate social responsibility considering if this is a genuine approach or one undertaken merely to enhance profit. This is assessed with reference to the declared strategies and the observed practices of the company. The paper then considers ...

This 8 page paper examines the emerging market and economy of India analyzing the role of integration for your chosen region and the economic development stage ramifications of the actions taken in terms of eon comic and global development. The paper pays specific attention to the risks present in the market. The bibliography cites 5 ...

7 pages in length. The cultural component of global operation is the single most important aspect when a company decides to move outside the comfort zone of domestic business. If an organization fails to pay close attention to internal resources when it steps into the global marketplace, the potential for failure is maximized. ...

This 13 page paper discusses Starbucks entry into the Chinese market and the impact this will have on Chinese culture. The paper also discusses theories of globalization and homogeneity of products and criticism of this type of globalization. Bibliography lists 19 sources.

Companies have been creating and maintaining global supply chains for some time. This 9 page paper examines how global value chains are being created and considers the advantages and disadvantages of this practice as well as examining the way it operates. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 12 page research paper that focuses exclusively on describing wines from the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. the writer first offers a general overview of wines from this region and then describes specific superlative wines. Bibliography lists 10 wines.

This 7 page paper is written in two parts. The first part looks at the different variables that may influence a company in deciding which country to set up production facilities. The factors consider include direct and indirect labor costs, trade tariffs and local infrastructure. The second part of the paper considers Chile ...

This 3 page paper considers what strategy options are available to BSkyB and BT now that they face greater competition as a result of the merger between NTL and Telewest. The options considered include the creation of loyalty schemes, strategic alliances, acquisitions and the development of strategic advantages.

This 3 page paper examines the way liberalisation may or may not benefit consumers globally. The paper looks at the benefits in developed and developing countries and differentiates between domestic and international trade liberalisation. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 9 page paper looks a scenario where Wal-Mart is considering setting up operations in China. The paper looks at the potential barriers resulting from the different culture considering factors such as organisational contact and control, international transfers and training, industrial relations and managing performance. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

An 11 page paper. The first type of megastores discussed are those that sell groceries as well as a diverse assortment of other products. The rise of these stores in this region is discussed. The writer also discusses the effects of Americanization. Globalization and its effects on developing countries is discussed, including what it takes ...

A 9 page paper examining the eight Millennium Development Goals of the UN. Millennium Development Goals seek to address all primary areas affecting maintenance of poverty and misery in the world. None of the goals can stand alone to make any significant difference in the plight of the people of any specific area, ...

A 3 page paper assessing the cost and portions of the supply chain for a bucket hat carrying the NBA logo and that of the Los Angeles Clippers. Factory price plus surface shipping is $0.71 per hat; one site has it on "sale" at the end of 2005 for $15.95, marked down from its ...

A 3 page paper answering several questions on the case, "Women and Global Leadership at Bestfoods." The case and its questions focus on increasing diversity at Bestfoods, focusing on women and involving strong commitment on the part of highest management. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages in length. It is a well-known adage that a Jack of all trades is also a master of none, a wise saying that not only applies to individuals who spread themselves too thin but can also represent the economic practices of super power countries like the United States. Determining whether or ...