Essays and Research Papers on International Business

This five page paper considers the impact that multiculturalism has on the way in which mergers and acquisitions take place. The paper, which is written summarizing a paper provided by the student, examines why multiculturalism is important in mergers and acquisitions. The advantages and disadvantages other discussed. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 4 page paper gives a broad overview on some of the macro and micro influences which impact on fuel and lubricant firm Shell Oman Marketing Company (SOMC). External influences such as the economy and competition are considered as well as internal resources such as access to resources. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of green businesses. The question of whether or not to expand these businesses to international markets is considered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper uses several modernist theories to examine different aspects of the Australian airline Qantas. The company in its environment is examined utilizing resource dependency theory, the social structure is to look at utilizing structural contingency theory, the technological aspects of the organization are considered in the context of Perrow’s typology and the ...

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of marketing mix in a multinational context. IBM is used as a case example. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines some of the drivers that have supported the increase in international trade. The writer looks at the drivers and motivators for international trade taking place including the concept of comparative advantage. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at some of the issues and problems associated with international business when it is undertaken by state owned enterprises. The paper looks at how and why problem may arise and how assessments in the international business arena should be changed to facilitate inclusion of the government or state influence ...

A 4 page paper. Acme plans to construct a Greenfield facility in Germany. This paper provides data regarding FDI in Germany. It then discusses options for financing the project. Statistical data included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of organizational diversity. The various roles which HR can play in helping to promote diversity are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of multinational business. Various competencies and key concerns are explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This is a 12 page paper that provides an overview of cultural aspects of foreign direct investment. The case study of ABB Transformers, Ltd. is used as an example. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5-page paper analyzes four types of organizational structures pertinent to international business. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Nigeria has a problem with corruption. For many years there have been attempts to rid the country of the wide scale corruption, but it still continues. This 14 page paper looks at the problem, defining and corruption and assessing the causes and the costs. The paper ends with a discussion on how the issue should ...

A 4 page paper that discusses expanding into Germany, an EU member, or Norway, which is not an EU member. The paper discusses the highlights of the business environment in each country and recommends one over the other. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper is written in two parts, consisting of two case studies concerning business situations for companies undertaking business in the Balkan states. The first case looks at the payment of extortion money, looking at whether or not you should take place in justifying the answer. The second case looks at a ...

This 7 page paper looks at the implication of the Western Cape agricultural strikes in South Africa for both the employers and the employees. Background to the issue is discussed and the impact on wages, conditions and the industry are all considered. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 14 page paper undertakes a strategic assessment of BHP Billiton, analyzing the world’s largest natural resources company. The paper starts by looking at the background of the company before going on to look at the strategies adopted by the firm and the way these benefit the firm. The last section examines the corporate ...

This 5-page paper provides a cultural, educational and infrastructure analysis of Ireland and Morocco. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 17 page paper examines Samsung from a strategic perspective. The paper starts by looking at the macro environment using a PESTEL analysis and Porters Five Forces. The internal resources are then considered. The analysis is used to assess some potential strategies that may be used in the future. The bibliography cites 15 sources. ...

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of operations management. International issues changing the face of OM are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the case study provided by the student. Ultracom is a Chinese telecommunications equipment company that has been successful in its home country. However, they are facing difficulties when seeking to compete in the West. Strategies are suggested to increase the potential success of the company. The bibliography cites 3 ...

This 10 page paper looks at the argument that the dominance of a few western products in different markets is reducing levels of cultural diversity. The writer looks at the way in which this may be seen as occurring, with an example of global brand beer to illustrate the points raised. The paper then ...

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of oil trade in Africa and China. China's imbalanced trade relationship with Africa are highlighted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper is a 6 slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes. The presentation looks at why tourism to Beijing has decreased and proposes ideas on how tourism to Beijing may be improved. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of global expansion. The importance of leadership in affecting expansion is covered. Bibliography lists 2 sources.