Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This 9 page paper looks at some of the different trends in global logistics and the management of the physical distribution channels. The paper looks at the way information technology has impacted trade and trends discussed include a shift from push to pull models of distribution, the use of third party express delivery companies and ...

The merger between Boots Co. and Alliance UniChem which formed Alliance Boots has been generally seen as a successful merger. This 5 page paper looks at why this was a significant merger the attractions, risks and hurdles faced, the way the risk were mitigated and the outcome of the merger. The bibliography cites 5 sources. ...

This 5 page paper discusses whether or not the "global workplace" can be a solution to social conflict, and if so, how. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 25 page paper discussing Emirates Airline growth and strategy for the future. In 2004, Emirates Air's CEO Maurice Flanagan stated that the airline's order for 90 new, luxury aircraft to be delivered over a period of time extending to 2012 likely would not be sufficient for the airline to meet the demand that ...

This seven page paper looks at the problems faced by Eurodisney (Disneyland Paris). The paper starts by discussing the factors which contributed to the poor performance of EuroDisney in its first year of operation and the reasons to those problems including the role of ethnocentrism and culture clashes. The paper also discusses how the success ...

This 4 page paper uses a PEST analysis that looks at the political, economic social and technological influences that may need to be considered when looking at centralizing a trade finance department of a bank which currently has ten offices. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

An 8 page paper that begins with a discussion about brands and branding and the importance of branding. The essay then reports the most recognized brands and the top global brands, according to different reports. One report includes a comparison of the top brands in different geographic regions. Another study reports top brands in ...

This 4 page paper looks at the background, conditions and results of two mergers. The first is the merger between Electrolux and Lehel, which was really an acquisition, the second looks at the creation of BAE Systems which was a company formed as the result of a merger between British Aerospace and Marconi Electronic Systems. ...

This 8 page paper examines the growth strategy adopted by HSBC in China. The paper looks at the external influences on the bank using of a PEST analysis, and then considers the internal competencies and resources of the bank. In the context of the internal and external environment the existing growth strategy for China is ...

A 12 page paper that begins by describing the four organizational models of global corporations. The rest of the paper discusses aspects of the multinational organizational model and the transnational organizational model. The writer also describes the evolution of global corporations, alliances, foreign direct investment and integration models. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page research paper that discusses Ford in terms of its international presence. As the resurgence of Apple Computers has proven with its Imac and Ipod products, it is quite possible for a company to reinvent itself when both its future and fiscal profile look bleak. Examination of recent coverage and scholarly analysis of ...

A 4 page paper that begins with a brief discussion of culture and the importance of understanding culture. The writer briefly discusses the 4Ps in the marketing mix. The rest of the paper reports Starbucks success in South Korea, why it is successful and how it fit into the culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

This 4 page paper is based on a case study supplied by the student. Rakuten is a successful Japanese e-retail business operating in a competitive environment. The paper answers a number of questions set by the student looking at which part of the business should expand, whether the company should allocate more resources to international ...

This 6 page paper looks at a design company in Ireland and considers the different aspects of business in Ireland. Included is a discussion on forming businesses in Ireland, taxation, legal issues such as patents and trademarks, as well as looking at how the company competes. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

Using Dunlop’s systems model, this 3 page paper analyses the industrial relations arrangements in Sweden. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This 3 page paper explores some of the ethical and operational issues facing Boeing Aircraft. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 14 page paper looks at the Canadian car and the potential that may exist for a fictitious new entrant from China. The paper looks at the Canadian market in general, the automotive industry in Canada, the major competitors and assess the way that the new company could enter the market in terms of access ...

This 3 page paper compares the UK supermarket Asda with the charity organisation Help the Aged, comparing aims and objectives, general operations and the way that break even analysis is important to each organization. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 22 page paper examines the low-cost Irish airline; Ryanair. The paper looks at the strategy of the company and the way in which it is following an overall low cost provider strategy. The paper also discusses the performance of Michael O'Leary; the CEO, the way that the strategic vision for the firm has changed ...

This 3-page paper investigates whether Thai employees can embrace a Western-style business culture. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines issues pertinent to business in Singapore as well as other economies such as Malaysia and Taiwan. Government involvement is highlighted. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page paper that begins with comments about the importance of these interactions. The writer reports and describes Hofstede's dimensions that describe a culture with examples. The essay also reports the six barriers to intercultural communication as presented by Jandt. The writer discusses and comments on cross-border mergers and joint ventures reporting a ...

This 8 page paper looks at the pros and cons of establishing a tour operator within the Caribbean. The writer discusses issues such as the general image of the Caribbean and its attraction to tourists, the way tourists can be attracted, the reliance of the Caribbean tour industry on foreign operators and the benefits of ...

This 10 page paper is based on a case study supplied by the student looking at the way the decision making process was used, the stages of the process, the different influences that may have been present and the obstacles. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses some of the issues FedEx faces as it goes global. Bibliography lists 4 sources.