Monthly Archives: June 2011

Jun 30

Open Ivory Tower Windows Will Bring Fresh Air

Universities are among the most successful institutions that mankind has created in the last millennium. But what role do universities need to play in the knowledge society of tomorrow to continue their success story? This question grows more pressing for … Read More

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Jun 27

What Drives Globalization? Part 2/4

Globalization is driven by four factors: Cost Market Environment Competition Market: Consumers in advanced economies are becoming more similar in terms of education, income, lifestyles, aspirations, and their use of leisure time. Marketers of certain products find ready buyers in … Read More

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Jun 23

International Business Jeopardy

Off the Venezuelan coast are three islands whose official name is the Netherlands Antilles. They are sometimes called the ABC islands. What are  their individual names? Post your answer as a comment. The correct answer will win you a prize!

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Jun 22

What Drives Globalization? Part 1/4

Globalization is driven by four factors: Cost Market Environment Competition Cost: Maximizing their investment is a motivator for many global companies. Single-nation markets might not be large enough to offer a company’s country subsidiaries all possible economies of scale and … Read More

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