International Business : An Integrated Approach

by Wild, John J.; Wild, Kenneth L.; Han, Jerry C. Y.

• ISBN13: 9780130316745
• ISBN10: 0130316741
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-07-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

This text applies a cross-functional, integrated approach to the study of international business. By including examples of companies from around the world, it provides students with an unbiased, global perspective on business. Clear, straightforward explanations of difficult material supported by informative illustrations make this text accessible to all students. The text's dynamic portrayal of international business makes the subject lively, topical, and enjoyable.

Table of Contents

Preface	xv
About the Authors	xxiii
Special Features	xxv
part one Overview of International Business	2	(38)
The Global Perspective	2	(38)
part two National Business Environments	40	(114)
Culture in Business	40	(36)
Politics and Law in Business	76	(38)
Business in Other Economies	114	(40)
part three International Trade and Investment	154	(138)
International Trade	154	(30)
Government Impact on International Trade	184	(36)
Foreign Direct Investment	220	(34)
Regional Economic Integration	254	(38)
part four The International Financial System	292	(76)
International Financial Markets	292	(34)
International Monetary System	326	(42)
part five International Business Management	368	(177)
Analyzing International Opportunities	368	(38)
Planning and Organizing International Operations	406	(36)
Selecting and Managing Entry Modes	442	(36)
Acquiring Business Resources	478	(34)
Managing the International Business	512	(33)
Notes, Sources, and Credits	545	(14)
Glossary	559	(6)
Name/Company Index	565	(4)
Subject Index	569