Global Versus Multinational Business
Please explain the difference between a global and multinational business. Why would McDonalds be a multinational business and not a global one?
Huntington suggests that the emerging global economy will increasingly be faced with violent clashes between civilizations. Explain what Huntington means by the term civilization and why such clashes may be expected.
Economics: Internation Business study quesiton
What are institutional arrangements? Why are they considered important fundamental determinants of economic growth and development?
Economics: Internation Business
a. Construct a quantitative example to illustrate the principle of comparative advantage. b. What are dynamic effects of free trade and why might they be important?
Economics: Internation Business - Consumer Interests
Why are producer interests likely to outweigh consumer or citizen interests when it comes to the setting of trade policies?
Decision to engage in FDI or licensing
What factors must a MNC (MNE) consider when making a decision to engage in FDI or licensing?
Fixed exchange rate regime and a flexible exchange rate regime
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both a fixed exchange rate regime and a flexible exchange rate regime.
What are the advantages of a global, as opposed to strictly national, market for capital?
*How did the Mexican peso crisis differ from the Russian ruble crisis? *What was the role of the IMF in these two currency crises?
Explain how poor economic performance across much of Africa can be explained by “government failure.” According to Jeffrey Sachs, what kinds of development assistance can make a difference in Africa, and what role does he anticipate for the developed world?
