Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This 13 page paper discusses the spread of sushi throughout the globe, and what that tells us about globalization. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 11 page paper examines Starbucks, looks at their position in 2010 and then considers potential influences may be felt over the next decade in order to determine potential opportunities for business and proposes long term objectives. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 6 page paper assesses the framework for change management developed by Kotter and Schlesinger in order to assess whether or not this is a model that could be utilized in Asian cultures as well as Anglo-American cultures. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses Cold Stone Creamery and potential entry strategies/marketing activities in France. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the level and type of trade which takes place between the US and UK. The main risks of trading and then considered along with the way in which risks may be mitigated, including use of hedging. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 3 page paper. Following the attacks on America, some predicted there would be severe negative effects on international trade. That did not happen. This paper discusses what did happen to companies who import and export and what security measures were taken. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses issues pertaining to tariffs, nations and trade. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at the way in which selection factors will vary when a firm is looking at the type of employee to recruit in the context of parent company nationals (PCNs) differ from third company nationals (TCNs) and host country nationals (HCNs) and the potential influence in terms of the approach found ...

This 6 page paper identifies and discusses some of the barriers which exist and efficient supply chain management in an international context. Topics discussed include government policies and strategies, interdependencies between supply chain partners and internal processes. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses globalization's impact on organizations, human resources and HRIS. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at Singapore Airlines looking first at the strengths and the weaknesses of the airline and then with a concise analysis using a PESTEL framework. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at a case of a toy making firm that exports good to Brazil, which is considering setting up a manufacturing plant in Brazil. The paper examines the advantages and disadvantages associated with that strategy. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 24 page paper considers the way in which an Australian company may consider entering the UK Mango market by exporting food to the country. The paper is divided into two parts. The first part considers international business theories may be useful in helping to determine the strategies, including concept of international trade theory, approaches ...

This 4-page paper discusses introduction of Hawthorne Studies theories into developing countries. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the way in which Tata Motors and the Tata Group may be seen as an emerging giant, looking at the criteria that they fulfill to achieve this accolade and how they gain competitive advantage. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 4 page paper that begins with differentiating between free trade and fair trade. Examples of companies and fairly traded products are provided. The writer reports that milk and dairy products are not on the list and ends with the challenges to the program. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the Spanish telecoms firm Telephonica S.A looking at the different strategies the firm has used to grow to its current size, operating in 23 different countries and achieving respectable increases in profits. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 4 page paper examines how and why an American company should market tea products to China. The paper concludes that adjustments may have to be made to assure that the flavors are conducive to the tastes of the Chinese citizens, but other than that, such a business should thrive. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the influences on the Asian fast food market in Australia, looking first at the macroenvironmental influences including political, economic, social and technological factors. The second part of the paper then looks at the industry environment giving a general market overview, consideration of the competitors and the channels of distribution ...

This 3-page paper discusses how a business can enter China and what things to watch out for. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the condition of the automotive industries in South Korea, Malaysia and Thailand, looking at the way in which they are performing as well as the general conditions of the industries. Following the examination of the conditions within the country advice is given discerning potential future strategies will support of ...

This 5 page paper looks at the way in which hotel chains such as Starwood and Marriott may assess the risk they face with operations in Venezuela. The paper starts by looking at the general concept of political risk assessment, and then discusses the specific political risks faced in Venezuela, focusing on the risk of ...

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of foreign markets. The need to research local culture is illustrated by the example of McDonalds in India. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of survey development and administration. Marketing for McDonalds India is used as an example. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at whether or not IKEA is likely to be successful as it continues with expansion. The causes of the firms success, including their business model and sources of competitive advantage. These are discussed and considered in the context of international expansion and the challenges already faced. The bibliography cites 7 ...