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International Challenges To SME's, 2004.
This paper examines the international challenges to small and mid size businesses, SME's.
1,130 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines the efforts of the European Union and the Asian Pacific Economic Corporation to foster the international competitiveness of SME's. The paper shows that this is in contrast to the efforts of the United States, where SME's are not as dominant in the economy.
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"International Challenges to Small and Mid size Businesses. Small and mid size businesses, SME's hold a special place in the world of commerce. There is no agency dilemma between management and owners. The wealth earned is kept by the person making the decisions so that person has a much greater interest in making certain the company runs well."
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International Challenges, 2005.
A discussion of the three biggest challenges facing the international community - inequality, terrorism and nuclear proliferation.
1,542 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper posits that inequality, terrorism and nuclear proliferation are major issues for the governments of the superpowers. The writer argues that these challenges have assumed crucial importance in recent times and have significantly affected international relations. If the international community fails to tackle these issues satisfactorily over the next few decades, they may become uncontrollable with overwhelming consequences for the whole world. This essay looks briefly at these three issues in turn and explains how they affect the current and future international relations.
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"Economic and social inequality has assumed grotesque proportions in recent times and the indications are that it is on the rise. For example, the richest 1% in the world (50 million people) have income equivalent to the poorest 57% (2.6 billion people) and four fifths of the world's population live below what countries in North America and Europe consider the poverty line. The rising trend of income inequality is reflected in the fact that "the share of the poorest 20% of the world's people in global income now stands at a miserable 1.1%, down from 1.4% in 1991 and 2.3% in 1960." ("Inequality"-World Revolution.org)"
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International Law vs. Terrorism, 2005.
A look at how international law has become faced with the new challenge of terrorism.
3,125 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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How do terrorist threats challenge the current international legal framework? Should the current framework of international humanitarian law be altered? This paper reviews existing international law, challenges to those laws, how countries have responded to terrorism vis-a-vis the implementation of new laws, the justifications used by countries to side-step existing laws, and more.
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"In the event that national courts prefer not to assume the role of investigating and prosecuting criminals connected with terrorist acts, other jurisdictions may become involved. One, the Security Council of the UN, under Chapter VII of the UN Charter, "has broad powers to take measures for international peace and security." Also, there is the International Court of Justice (ICJ), a court associated with the United Nations, and the International Criminal Court (ICC). According to its charter statement - the "Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court" - this court was set up on July 17, 1998, by a coalition of 120 states participating in the "United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Establishment of an International Criminal Court.""
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The World of International Business, 2001.
An analysis of the challenges and requirements companies, nations, trade union should meet in order to survive international competition.
6,200 words (approx. 24.8 pages), 16 sources, $ 145.95
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This paper examines the world of international business by analyzing individual companies, nations, and other trade agreements including European Economic Community (EEC), North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). The author studies the implications and challenges of becoming an international company and at the same time, discusses the requirements a company must meet in order to survive international competition.
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"As this month?s events have once again demonstrated, we are all linked together in a single world, one in which the idea of the modern nation-state itself is becoming increasingly less meaningful. Even as political alliances bind the world together, we also find ourselves powerfully reminded of the way in which the world is a single entity in terms of its economic systems as stock markets rocked throughout the world and talk was of how a recession in the United States would have international implications, even as U.S. markets themselves had been weakened in the past several years due to weakness. This economic interdependence is in part due to the importance of international trade. But it is also in large measure do to the ever-increasing importance of companies that do business internationally. This paper examines the current situation of international business, presenting a survey of the range of such businesses and outlining both the external contexts in which such companies conduct their business as well as the internal organization that is needed for a company to be able to function efficiently in an international context."
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Internationalization Challenges and Strategies in China, 2006.
This dissertation is an extensive report of research to analyze the internationalization strategies taken by Xerox, Ricoh and Canon to respond to challenges posed by China's emerging market.
15,125 words (approx. 60.5 pages), 100 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that one of the major findings of this research to analyze the internationalization strategies taken by Xerox, Ricoh and Canon to respond to challenges posed by China's emerging market was that cultural distance was a far less significant internationalization challenge in the Chinese office electronics industry than the literature review suggested. The author points out that the research confirmed the significance of administrative heritage and organizational structure as key internationalization challenges that firm's face including those in the Chinese office electronics industry. The paper indicates that the internationalization process leads to a network of international market activities through foreign direct investment and other forms of international business involvement and may result in the inter-dependencies of all multinational corporations in one host country, which is one important aspect of internationalization.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Internationalization Challenges
Local Market Disadvantages
Disproportionate Operating Costs and a Denial of Benefits Afforded to Domestic Firms
Cultural Distance and Market Entry Modes
Political Bargaining and Positioning
Institutional Differences and Corruption
Local Density and WFOE Performance
Organizational Capabilities
Administrative Heritage
Organizational Structure
Internationalization Strategies
Exporting
International Licensing Agreements
International Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances
Wholly-Owned Foreign Enterprise
Doing Business in China
The Global Office Electronics Industry
Research Design
Case Study Approach
Data Collection
Framework for Analysis
Case Studies
Short-Term Challenges
Cultural Distance and Organisational Capabilities
Political Bargaining and Positioning
Long-Term Challenges
Administrative Heritage
Organizational Structure
China Strategies of Office Electronics Firms
Discussion
Short-Term Challenges
Long-Term Challenges
Limitations
Conclusion
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"There are many local market conditions that could test a company's resolve to enter a new and unfamiliar market, which present themselves as key challenges to firms. The initial challenge comes in the form of entry barriers. Jennifer Rankin (2003) interprets these barriers in terms of the huge investment and risks that the undertaking entails. Moreover, the return on investment may take years to materialize. So if the company is a penny-pincher afraid to take risks and also in a hurry to recoup its investment, it might as well forget internationalization."
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International Relations in East Asia, 2005.
An analysis of whether China can challenge U.S. power relations in East Asia.
2,500 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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This paper assesses the nature of the relationship between China and the international community. It looks at what is expected of China in the coming years by the U.S.A. what China can expect from itself. It discusses whether China will eventually subjugate itself to international norms or whether they will challenge the existing international system, which is dominated by United States principles. It also examines the power the United States wields over China and how effective it is. Examples of Chinese challenges to U.S. power relations are shown as well as examples of U.S. attempts at controlling China's destiny.
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"'The People's Republic of China (PRC) is more integrated into, and more cooperative within, regional and global political and economic systems than ever in its history.' Despite this, there is considerable apprehension coming from the United States as to what the increase in economic, political and military power in China will mean. The question as to whether China is playing by the 'international rules' or, if it is not, whether it will in the medium term, is a continual headache for western politicians. China is now combined with Hong Kong and is significantly integrated with the economy of Taiwan. The economic success of recent years has meant that China has the production capabilities and trade options to become a major superpower."
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International Business, 2004.
A detailed discussion, based on the review of five different articles, of five topics pertinent to international business.
5,196 words (approx. 20.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 129.95
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This paper looks at five articles covering major areas of concern to international business. The first article, "Cross-cultural Challenges When Doing Business in China" by Pan Fan and Zhang Zigang, looks at the cultural differences between China and the West. The second article, "Why China is Making the Valley Fret" by Cliff Edwards, Jim Kerstetter and Bruce Einhorn, talks about the political aspects of international business. The third article examined, "North America?s Second Decade" by Robert A. Pastor, is on the topic of regional economic integration and looks at NAFTA. Fourth, an article on outsourcing of legal services to India, "Corporate America Sending More Legal Work to Bombay" by Ellen Rosen, illustrates the issue of dealing with exchange rates. The last article, "Macquarie Makes Its Move on Asia" by Donald Greenlees and Jan McCallum, looks at corporate strategy in international business through the experiences of Macquarie Bank, Australia's sixth-largest finance house. The articles reviewed are appended to the paper.
The Cultural Effect on International Business
Political Issues Affecting International Business
Regional Economic Integration and International Business
Impact of Exchange Rates on International Business
Corporate Strategy in International Business
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"No one can dispute the fact that the world economy is increasingly globalizing as we move into the 21st century. As this internationalization of business grows, there is an increasing challenge being faced to deal with cultural differences. In one survey, cultural differences ranked first among all eight issues listed as potential barriers, including law, price competition, information, language, delivery, foreign currency, time differences, and cultural differences. Great opportunities have been created for global collaboration but these opportunities are accompanied by a unique set of problems and issues relating to effective management in the international environment. The social and cultural nuances that enter the picture when dealing with foreign business partners may make for entertaining conversation in subsequent years, but the daily effort that is required for operations can sometimes be hard on business relationships, especially in the early stages."
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Starbucks' Challenges, 2005.
Examines the challenges faced by coffee giant Starbucks as they open more shops internationally and face competition by local tea cultures.
1,245 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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Starbucks has recently shown profound growth that is tempered by concerns over stores in foreign markets and the rise of a tea culture in the United States. In recent years, Starbucks' revenues have soared and the number of stores has increased dramatically. This paper shows that one potential cause for concern is a new focus on opening stores in rural and low-income areas, as opposed to the well-established success in high income, urban areas. In the global market, cultural differences have impacted Starbucks' potential success, especially in Japan. The paper shows that the strong coffee culture that played a role in Starbucks' success in America is not necessarily present worldwide. In the U.S., the potential growth of a tea culture may damage Starbucks' hold on the beverage market, especially given that the company faces stiff competition from competitors who may better embody the values of the tea culture.
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"However, this growth is likely to be limited not only by a potential reluctance to the values of coffee culture, but also by a number of practical concerns. For example, space limitations dictate that the average Japanese apartment does not have a coffeemaker. Instead, instant coffee is served at home, and also given to guests. Price and availability also limit the consumption of coffee in Japan. Note Weinberg, and Bealer (2002), "outside of fancy restaurants, which are out of reach for the average Japanese, fine coffee is still hard to find" (p. 145)."
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Central and European Businesses, 2002.
A look at the international management challenges that are being met by businesses in Central and Eastern Europe.
3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 133.95
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This fifteen-page graduate paper discusses the international management challenges facing businesses in Central and Eastern Europe. First, the technology challenge must be met for businesses to stay ahead in global competition. Second, the euro challenge requires quite a few changes within the international management of a business. Third, the recent upheaval in the structure of the Central and Eastern European countries has developed the need to tackle this transformation. 15 pgs. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Starbucks International Operations, 2007.
This paper analyzes Starbucks Coffee's international operations.
3,216 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 92.95
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This paper examines Starbucks Coffee's move into the international market. The paper first describes the franchise's products and success in the United States. It then goes on to describe the challenges Starbucks faces now that it has taken on a global scope. The company's strategy was to establish Starbucks as the most recognized and respected coffee retailer in the world. The author compares and contrasts Starbuck's success in various international markets, including Japan and Europe.
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Strategies for International Expansion
Problems for Starbucks on the International Side
Future Outlook for Starbucks Internationally
Table 1 - Starbuck's International Presence
Appendix A
Appendix B International Market Risks
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"Since 1987, Starbucks has transformed itself from a modest nine-store operation in the Pacific Northwest into a powerhouse multinational enterprise with 7,225 store locations, including some 1,600 stores in 30 foreign countries. During Starbucks' early years, when coffee was a 50-cent morning habit at local diners and fast-food establishments, skeptics had ridiculed the notion of $3 coffee as a yuppie fad. The popularity of Starbucks' Italian-style coffees, espresso beverages, teas, and pastries has made Starbucks one of the great retailing stories of recent history and the world's biggest specialty coffee chain. In 2003, Starbucks made the Fortune 500, prompting Schultz to remark, "It would be arrogant to sit here and say that 10 years ago we thought we would be on the Fortune 500. But we dreamed from day one and we dreamed big." "
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International Business, 2004.
A two-part paper analyzing various aspects of international marketing according to business strategist, Michael Porter.
5,733 words (approx. 22.9 pages), 33 sources, MLA, $ 138.95
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This paper presents an in-depth analysis of international marketing and business. The first part of the paper discusses Michael Porter's "Model of Competitive Strategy". The paper explores this model and describes its components. This model identifies three critical success factors: Cost leadership, differentiated output, and foray into niche businesses that are not in the realm of competitors. Competition between companies and within companies is discussed at length. The second part of the paper deals with Porter's "Value Chain Analysis," which discusses the relationships between activities that create and add value along various input chains until the final output is delivered.
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Part A
Introduction
Porter?s Model of Competitive Strategy
The Competitive Environment
Inter-Firm Competition
Competitive Advantage of Nations
The Porter Diamond
The Process of Internationalization
Firms on the Verge of Internationalization
Concluding Remarks
Part B
Economic and Political Environment
Cultural Environment
Barriers to International Trade
Legal Aspects
Pricing
Interrelationship between Firms and Prices
Challenges in International Promotional Strategies
International Product Strategy and Its Future
Concluding Remarks
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"Competitive strategy is the bedrock on which companies base business decisions to reach their targets and achieve profitability. Formulating and implementing strategies in international business is much more complicated and difficult task than doing so in home or familiar markets. Competitive strategy deals with the development of abilities by a firm to keep ahead of competitors in the fields in which it operates. Firms develop competitive edge in global markets by possessing certain assets, abilities or characteristics. The primary elements of competitive advantage are the critical offer, the significant operating factors and the firm?s strategic resources. (Bennett and Blythe, 2002) Corporate strategies and international marketing strategies are linked closely and have a bearing on business performance."
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Companies that Go International, 2006.
A book review of "International Human Resource Management: An Integrated Approach".
4,125 words (approx. 16.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes a book about the issues and challenges companies face when they decide to go international. The book "International Human Resource Management: An Integrated Approach", is analyzed chapter by chapter and the four major areas covered by the book are discussed as well.
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"The book covers four major areas: the changing international context of contemporary business, and its implications for general company strategies and for human resource strategy; national differences in human resource management, and their effects on organizational and personnel policy in multinational corporations; the practicalities of appointing and managing an international staff, including the processes of assessing and rewarding the managers and questions of industrial relations and industrial democracy, and their relation to the functioning of multinational corporations."
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Homesickness and Residential Patterns in International Students, 2008.
An examination of how homesickness affects international students in a higher education setting.
2,886 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 85.95
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This paper examines international student homesickness in relation to 25 students boarding on campus and 25 living off the campus of Bryant University in Rhode Island. The paper explains that both groups of international students reported the same phenomenon of homesickness as countered by social interaction, as a positive adjustment, as is encouraged by the institution. The paper discusses how questionnaires and informal interviews substantiated research addressing homesickness as a usual aspect of adjusting to higher education away from home.
The paper then looks at what residential circumstances best aid the newly arrived international student towards satisfactory adjustment and school performance. In conclusion, the paper shows that rather than viewing homesickness as a mere problem to be somehow eradicated, homesickness came into view as a normal, predictable aspect of joining a college away from one's home and the greater challenges of completing a degree as it involves far more than simply completing academic or other formal requirements.
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Introduction
Review of Literature
Method
Results
Discussion
Concluding Remarks
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"When these recurring, what seemed principal student experiences were raised again in 10 informal interviews after the questionnaire responses had been examined, subjects elaborated on having made more or less positive adjustments to their first-year in a foreign university. However, they also found homesickness was a troublesome as it was unexpected, in terms of its intensity at different times. All interviewees said they had very much looked forward to the adventure of studying abroad, as compared to having come abroad to study in response to the expectations or orders of parents or other family members. It seemed significant that all interviewees reported how they had tried to keep busy and to be engaging with other students, and that they had many distractions from their homesickness in their academic work and other activities. Nevertheless, a degree of homesickness could seem always or usually present."
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Challenges in Intelligence, 2008.
This paper looks at the greatest challenges facing the intelligence community in the US in the coming years.
1,442 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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In this article, the writer argues that several serious challenges must be overcome within the next few years if American interests are to be well-served by those entrusted with accumulating information on the country's enemies and with formulating strategies for overcoming those enemies. The challenges include unimaginative policy-makers, an unwieldy bureaucracy, imperfect human resources management, the need for international collaboration in a day and age when America is deeply unpopular around the world, the unfortunate trend towards the politicization of intelligence-gathering activities, and slovenly knowledge management. The writer notes that while arguably none of them is any more important than the others, all of them, if taken as a collective, can lead to a paralysis of the intelligence community that might prove, quite literally, deadly. The writer concludes that American intelligence has a host of challenges, from unimaginative policy-makers, to bureaucratic inertia, to combating America's unpopularity overseas, to poor knowledge management, that must all be overcome as quickly as possible.
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"Another major challenge will be coming up with a more stream-lined decision-making process for all branches of government - not simply the CIA or FBI or any other explicitly intelligence-gathering department. This commitment to efficiency, as most can imagine, is vitally important when it comes to things like protecting American nuclear arsenals from successful infiltration or attack. According to the General Accounting Office, the Department of Energy took nearly two years to develop a new Design Basis Threat capable of accurately assessing the possible size and capabilities of terrorist forces - in no small part because the DOE's review and comment process for developing policy is cumbersome, to say the least. Clearly, one of the great challenges facing America today is coming up with a means by which the bureaucracy can be made to work more efficiently so that all those associated - even peripherally - with the intelligence community are responsive and flexible in a day and age when responsiveness and flexibility are desperately needed. All in all, given as the country's nuclear arsenals are so enticing to sophisticated terrorist outfits with considerable human and financial resources, streamlining the decision-making and implementation process (particularly with regards to things like DBT development) is simply imperative."
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