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Nov 14

Export Promotion Rationale Continued – Part 2

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

In each one of these stages, firms have different concerns. For example, at the awareness level, firms worry mainly about information on foreign markets and customers. At the interest stage, firms become concerned about the mechanics of exporting such as … Read More →

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Sep 23

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

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

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 →

Posted in Editorials | Tagged Afghanistan, business, change, culture, economy, education, foreign aid, foreign direct investment, Future, global, globalization, government, growth, international business, investment, making a difference, political, potential, private sector, terrorism, War on Terror | Leave a comment

Aug 26

International Business Jeopardy

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

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.

Posted in IB Jeopardy Questions | Tagged #questions, answers, china, densely populated, diversity, economy, fun, geography, government, International Business Jeopardy, island, space, trivia | Leave a comment

Jul 11

What Drives Globalization? Part 4/4

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

Globalization is driven by four factors: Cost Market Environment Competition Competition: To remain competitive, global rivals have to intensify their marketing everywhere by attempting to sustain advantages that, if weakened, could make them susceptible to market share erosion worldwide. Competitive … Read More →

Posted in International Business, Research Insights | Tagged Coca-Cola, competition, competitiveness, cost, demand, environment, German, global rivals, globalization, government, international business, market, Nivea, opportunistic, risks, trade | Leave a comment

Jul 08

International Daily Iconoclast

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

Hope everyone’s having a productive but fun Friday, enjoy this week’s Iconoclast!

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Jun 08

The International Marketplace: Product Innovation May Come Mainly From China

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

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 →

Posted in International Business, Research Insights | Tagged Beijing, Bidet, china, consumer, development, economic leader, economy, Future, global, GM, government, growth, international marketing, performance, product development, recession, Toilet, usa | Leave a comment

Mar 18

Weekly Iconoclasm

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

Enjoy this week’s iconoclasm!

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Feb 25

International Information Sources – Part 2

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

International Information Sources: vendors, trade associations, trade magazines, newsletters, directories, bank and accounting firms, electronic information services, the U.S. department of commerce Read More →

Posted in International Business, Misc., Research Insights | Tagged book, global, government, information, international business, international marketing, service economy, trade | Leave a comment

Feb 07

Instability in the Middle East: Thoughts for International Managers

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

Instability in the Middle East: Thoughts for International Managers: How does the newly visible instability in the Middle East affect international managers and their firms? What strategic adjustments are needed for managers to cope with possibly hostile business environments abroad? Read More →

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Jan 12

CONGRESS AND OBAMA: GOOD PROSPECTS FOR U.S. TRADE IN 2011

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

CONGRESS AND OBAMA: GOOD PROSPECTS FOR U.S. TRADE IN 2011 Read More →

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