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    Hbr on Coaching for Microsoft

    Phillips, T. (2011) Creating a coaching culture across a global sales force. Strategic HR Review: 5-10. 1. In general, how difficult do you think it is to change managerial behavior around the world for a multinational corporation such as Microsoft? Do you think it is as easy as the article makes it out to be, or do you thin

    Business Competition

    Question: A great deal of the discussion about competition and assessing a country was driven by a Western perspective, and even more so by the US perspective. Not everyone in the world sees competition the same way. How do you think the nature of competition in business will change as more and more people are exposed to differ

    The International Marketplace

    Many social commentators maintain that youth and teens are becoming more and more alike as time goes on. Others, while not disputing that fact, point out that the differences between individuals from different cultures at even younger ages by far exceed the similarities. Take a position on the issue by supporting one of the

    International Cost of Borrowing

    Suppose that on January 1st the annual cost of borrowing in JPY and US dollars are 2% and 7% respectively (Rjpy=2% and RUS=7%). The spot rate of USD on January 1st is USD/JPY110. One year forward rate was quoted as USD/JPY102. What is the USD cost of borrowing in JPY?

    Imposing the Trade Barrier

    1. Please refer to this link: http://www.reuters.com/article/2010/06/23/us-usa-china-trade-idUSTRE65M4KJ20100623 - Based on the Chinese government's standpoint, is it logical to impose the trade barrier? - Nowadays, China drives the global economy. So if the trade barrier is reduced, the Chinese economy will go down and this

    ILO Standards

    Visit The ILO (International Labor Organization) website. The ILO is a UN agency that promotes social justice and internationally recognized human and labor rights. Established in 1919, it is the only surviving major creation of the Treaty of Versailles. The ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work covers fou

    A Discussion on FIFA and Nigeria

    1. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/international/8504841/Lord-Triesman-alleges-Fifa-corruption-in-World-Cup-bidding-process-at-Commons-committee-hearing.html How does this unethical behavior affect FIFA? - If your business relates to FIFA (for example, you are the owner of a soccer club), how will your business be af

    International Business: Hyundai in Alabama

    Korean automaker Hyundai decided to build a new automobile assembly plant in Alabama. What factors do you think Hyundai considered in selecting Alabama as the site for the factory? Who benefits and who loses from the new plant in Alabama?

    Country Risk Analysis

    1.) The new manufacturing facility destined for Chile, for which you deduced an appropriate "discount rate" earlier, has not yet been launched. Several on your team are concerned with the political and regulatory risk associated with locating in Chile. One sub-group of your team suggests considering Nigeria, instead of Chile, a

    Outsourcing

    3. Conduct an Internet search to find and read at least 3 recent articles that relate to the key term you selected. Articles may be found in the International section of any reputable website that focuses on international business, such as Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, or the Economist. Another good source of informati

    Middle Class and MPI

    1.Read the McKinsey Quarterly article "Capturing the world's emerging middle class" and answers the following questions:( attached is the article) Why do multinational firms need to think about the middle class now more than in the past? What should the multinational companies do to capture this emerging middle class? 2.V

    Strategic Planning

    Suppose you have been hired by Zipcar to come up with a international strategic plan. Please discuss the following: 1. Should Zipcar expand into other c ountries beyond the current five countries that they operate in? If so, which countries should they enter first? 2. What kind of strategy should they use? For example:

    Partnership with the PLA

    You are the CEO of a Canadian-Chinese joint venture that operates in China. Your Chinese partner is the People's Liberation Army (PLA). The PLA has built a sprawling network of businesses that do everything from raise pigs to run airlines and hospitals, mine coal, man- age hotels, and operate paging and cellular networks. As a b

    Japan Versus China

    In a short paper, answer the questions below: - What are the primary issues that separate China and Japan? - How has the Chinese government worked to facilitate the separation of China and Japan? - How does the saying "the winners get to write history" apply to this - How might these issues hinder business between Japanes

    Political Risk - Venezuela

    1.Read this story about Venezuela's nationalization of Cargill and watch this video. Conduct your own research as well. Discuss the following questions: - Why did Chavez decide to nationalize Cargill? Do you think he was justified? - If you were the executive of Cargill, what would you do? http://www.washingtontimes.com

    International Trade in a Firm

    Choose a position for or against this idea: International firms offer the best hope for creating world peace and improving economic conditions for all people. Justify your position. Create a strategy that elaborates on the advantages of an organization creating an alliance in each trade bloc prior to entering a trade agreeme

    MTV Goes Global Case Study Questions

    As asked by the Buggles song, did "video kill the radio star"? Well, perhaps not, but no company has been more successful at getting teenagers around the world to tune in to music televi- sion than MTV Networks (www.mtv.com). Applying the maxim "Think globally, act locally," the company beams its irreverent mix of music, news, a

    Trade

    Explain how immigration and trade may worsen wage inequality, and how college education may mitigate against that.

    International trade

    Is it possible to estimate the gains from trade? Discuss when it can be estimated and when it can't.

    Strategies of Non Western Multinational Mergers and Acquisitions

    WHEN Ford Motor Company bought Jaguar in 1989 and Land Rover 11 years later, it marked a low point for Britain's ailing industrial heritage. Last year Ford concluded that it could not make money from the illustrious British marques—equally a sign of its waning fortunes. The two firms shortlisted to take the prize come from Ind

    Managing Alliances Discussion

    Luthans and Doh (2012) discuss managing alliances. In your professional opinion as an international manager, what are the three most important pieces of information that you want to know about any organization while maintaining an alliance? Briefly explain. Your response should be at least 150 words in length. Luthans, F.

    help please

    In your own words, define and describe political risk. Create an impressive definition that demonstrates to potential employers or clients that you can clearly articulate the risks associated with international management. Luthans, F., & Doh, J. P. (2012). International management: Culture, strategy, and behavior (8th ed.).

    International Financial Reporting Standards

    (Please do not sign this out without messaging me first) I am currently stuck on the following HW questions looking to get pointed in the right direction. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) is the independent standard-setting body of the IFRS Foundation. Currently IA

    BRIC Market Entry Strategy

    Luthans and Doh (2012) discuss entry strategies and ownership structures. As an international manager, which entry strategy would you use for a consumer product organization? For context, select one of the BRIC countries.

    Is Strategic Planning Necessary?

    Various authors and professionals suggest that an organization must plan or have a strategy to be successful. Do you feel that planning and strategic management is necessary to be successful? Why or why not? Consider this question from the perspective of an organization and as an individual.