Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This 4 page paper is based in a case provided by the student. The paper presents a budget for a US company starting to export a new product; the Wondermill to Italy. The second part of the paper briefly considers the Italian economy and sources of finance to support the venture. The bibliography cites 2 ...

An 18 page paper. The U.S. Congress established Qualifying Industrial Zones (QIZ) in Jordan to promote the peace process in the Middle East and specifically between Israel and Jordan. Egypt subsequently became part of this pact. This essay explains what QIZs are, the criteria for a product to be a QIZ product, where and ...

A 3 page paper arguing against trade liberalization. Though there are many benefits to international trade done well, to date there have been too few examples of what "well" is. Nike has turned into a crusader for social responsibility, but only after consumers spoke up on behalf of mostly-Asian workers. Where market ...

This 14 page paper argues that the fast food industry has brought a fundamental change to the eating habits of people both in the United States and around the world, and that the change is not for the better. It also briefly discusses alternatives to fast food, such as the slow food movement. Bibliography lists ...

This 6 page paper examines the ready meal market in the UK, looking at the size, the structure, the segments, such as frozen and chilled as well as food types, patterns and fashions, the motivations of the consumers and the controls over the market. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 18-page paper provides a background on doing business in Singapore. Topics include culture, population and process when it comes to setting up a business. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In Different Countries This 4 page paper looks at how and why firm need to vary their marketing when working with international brands. The issue of different culture and markets is used to examine the ways that brand image and marketing may be changed between countries. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at the China and the country as a potential new target market for their wine. The paper starts by looking at china as a potential are for business, then discusses the wine market in more detail looking at potential demand, trends in demand, barriers to entry and competition in the ...

This 4-page paper focuses on the challenges that Asian companies face as they go global. The companies highlighted are Toyota and Honda. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at some potential strategies for British Airways; installing wi-fi on all flights, reducing cabin crew to speed up turnaround time, reducing short haul flights to focus on the more profitable and less competitive long haul business, to undertake a merger or strategic alliance with a Middle East airline and to ...

This 3 page paper looks at the potential for an entrepreneur to startup and energy business in Albania. The paper considers the macro environmental conditions in the country as well as the industry specific issues including the shortage of electricity in the current political situation regarding electricity supply. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 20 page paper is an in-depth examination of Disney Theme Parks and Hotels, part of the Disney Corporation. The study of the company is undertaken using for different business analysis models; Porters Five Forces Model; McKinsey's 7 S's Framework, Mintzberg's 5 P's and Ansoffs Marketing Framework. The bibliography cites 13 sources.

This 17 page paper examines the reasons behind the high level of success that Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) had found in the Chinese market, especially when compared to competitors such McDonalds or Burger King. The paper looks at how the company has gained competitive advantages and how the firm has managed to appeal to the ...

This 3 page paper considers a scenario where Amazon is considering starting up retail operations in India. The economic, social and cultural influences, technological influences and the political-legal environment are considered. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

Tourism is a growing industry and has a great deal of potential to aid with the economic development of developing countries. This 4 page paper considers the potential strengths and weaknesses of a developing country using a tourism strategy to increase revenue. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing the current situation and key issues before Nestlé as presented in an online case. Nestlé's advanced age likely serves to promote a long-term perspective among its senior management, and the company appears to be well positioned for taking advantage of cautiously building a solid foundation. Bibliography lists 3 ...

This 9 page paper presents a sample questionnaire which could be used with businesses to investigate the ways in which Libya may be able to increase its ability to attract foreign direct investment (FDI). The paper uses a range of clothes questions including statements and the use of the Lickert scale as well as simple ...

This 7 page paper looks at the Bank of Beirut and The Arab Countries considering the position and the challenges faced on the context of global leadership. The bank wants to become an international bank. The paper looks at the background of the bank, identifies the relevant issues and current strategies before considering suitable actins ...

This 4 page paper looks at the issue of underdevelopment in Third World countries and uses three approaches of Isisbter to discuss the way in which a city should develop. Using the example of Bangalore the writer considers some of the existing problems, the benefits and disadvantages of each approach and the way in which ...

This 15 page paper looks a some of the issues and concerns which need to be looked at when a firm from an English speaking country looks at expanding into a non English speaking country, including understanding the market, the different culture, distribution patterns of expansion and the way that brand and company image ...

A 6 page paper. A small company that makes diverse products is considering expanding globally. The paper discusses what the company needs to do and what the need to consider before entering the global market. In this case, entry would be through exports. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7-page paper focuses on Samsung Electronic's entry into India as a multinational corporation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the concepts of absolute advantage in comparative advantage comparing and contrasting the two. The paper then defines and discusses opportunity cost and considers the way in which this is seen with in international trade theory. The bibliography cites for sources.

This 22 page paper looks at the way in which the cellular phone equipment company's Nokia and Sony Ericsson are marketing their core products; cellular handsets, within United Arab Emirates. The paper looks at the telecommunications industry in the UAE and the background of the companies before considering the way in which they are competing, ...

Harrods aspire to be the premier retail outlet in London. The competitive advantages include its' exclusive image and the level of service it offers. This 6 page paper considers the way in which Harrods will be able to maintain its' position. The paper focuses on the menswear department within the store. The bibliography cites ...