Tag Archives: economy

Nov 14

Peru: Worth a Visit and an Investment

Lately, many of us have been culling our list of countries to visit. Many nations carry warnings because of civil strife, ubiquitous explosions or just random violence. Too bad for those of us who like to travel and see new … Read More

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Sep 23

Afghanistan and the War against Terror: Business can make a difference

Michael R. Czinkota, Gary Knight, Gabriele Suder  The “War on Terror” was launched ten years ago, on 07 October 2001.  It represents a battle against terrorism, extremism and global geopolitical adversity seen to oppose democracy and freedom of choice. In … Read More

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Aug 26

International Business Jeopardy

Name this small, important island adjacent to the mainland of China. It has an area of 23 square miles and it one of the most densely populated places on earth with 247,500 people per square mile.

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Jul 25

Private Label Products: Competition or a New Opportunity

Branded products are facing increasing competition worldwide from private label goods from intermediaries. Thanks to an increase in price sensitivity and a decrease in brand loyalty as consumers look to save money, private label products are enjoying significant penetration in … Read More

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Jun 08

The International Marketplace: Product Innovation May Come Mainly From China

           Since the 2007-2008 global recession, confidence in the American model of economic development has decreased significantly. Economists are eager to draw conclusions from China’s continued economic growth even though the economic slowdown that has affected much of the developed world. … Read More

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May 07

Episode 22: Getting and Keeping the International Job

In this segment of “Thoughts on International Business, Marketing, and Strategy,” Professor Michael Czinkota of Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business is joined by Paul Kollmer-Dorsey, international attorney. They discuss the new, changing globalized job market and converging international attitudes.

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Apr 11

Company Considerations

Product adaptation is an international marketing tool that serves a variety of strategic requirements. In addition to the need to cater to market differences and compete effectively with others in these markets, product adaptation also helps a company reach its … Read More

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Mar 28

Channel Design II

Companies can use several channel options, some of which may be culturally determined. For example, according to the Journal of International Marketing, most Canadian software companies – 40 percent – enter international markets by exporting directly from Canada, but some … Read More

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Mar 14

Weekly Iconoclasm

Professor Czinkota’s weekly iconoclasm: Development assistance may slow down development. Read More

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Mar 04

Weekly Iconoclasm

Professor Czinkota’s weekly iconoclasm: International activities help hone competitive skills. Read More

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