Book description
International Business by Sharan is written in a pragmatic way with an inclination on managerial aspect, thus encouraging students to explore international business as a career choice. It deals with the latest topics and development which we are witnessing around the globe. It attempts to impart the core body of knowledge in international business in an interesting and lively manner. This text not only describes the ideas of international business but it also uses contemporary examples, scenarios, and cases to help students effectively put theory into practice.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Contents
- About the Author
- Dedication
- Preface to the Third Edition
- Preface
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Part I CONCEPT OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
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1. Overview of International Business
- 1.1. The Concept and Process of Globalisation
- 1.2 Meaning and Importance of International Business
- 1.3 Domestic Business versus International Business
- 1.4 Multinational Corporation
- 1.5 Evolution and Development of International Business
- 1.6 Factors Leading to Growth in International Business in Recent Decades
- 1.7 Structure of Book
- Summary
- Review Questions
- Objective Type Questions
- Case Study
- References
- Select Further Readings
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2. Modes of International Business
- 2.1 Determinants of Entry Mode
- 2.2 Trade Mode
- 2.3 Contractual Entry Modes
- 2.4 Foreign Investment
- 2.5 Strategic Alliance
- 2.6 FDI Compared with Trade
- 2.7 FDI Compared with Contractual
- 2.8 Greenfield Investment (GI) versus
- Summary
- Review Questions
- Objective Type Questions
- Case Study
- References
- Select Further Readings
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3. Theories of International Trade
- 3.1 Mercantilists’ Version
- 3.2 Absolute and Comparative Advantage
- 3.3 Factor Proportions Theory
- 3.4 Neo-factor Proportions Theories
- 3.5 Country Similarity Theory
- 3.6 Intra-industry Trade
- 3.7 Trade in Intermediate Products and Services: Outsourcing
- 3.8 The National Competitive Advantage
- 3.9 Terms of Trade
- Summary
- Review Questions
- Objective Type Questions
- Case Study
- Study Topic
- References
- 4. Theoretical Framework of Foreign Direct Investment
- 5. Balance of Payments
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1. Overview of International Business
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Part II INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
- 6. National Regulation of International Business
- 7. Multilateral Regulation of Trade and Investment
- 8. Regional Economic Integration
- 9. Political and Legal Environment
- 10. Economic Environment
- 11. Socio-Cultural and Ethical Environment
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12. International Financial Environment: Exchange Rate
- 12.1 International Monetary System
- 12.2 Exchange Rate Quotation
- 12.3 Determination of Exchange Rate in Spot Market
- 12.4 Exchange Rate Determination in Forward Market
- 12.5 Theories of Exchange Rate Behaviour
- 12.6 Exchange Rate Forecasting
- Summary
- Review Questions
- Objective Type Questions
- Case Study
- References
- Select Further Readings
- 13. International Financial Markets
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Part III STRATEGY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
- 14. Strategy, Planning, Organisation and Control
- 15. Global Technology Management
- 16. Management of International Operations
- 17. International Market Strategy
- 18. Global Human Resource Management
- 19. International Investment and Financing Strategy
- 20. Management of Exchange Rate and Interest Rate Risk
- 21. International Taxation and Accounting
- 22. Host Country Heterogeneity and International Business Strategy
- Glossary
- Copyright
Product information
- Title: International Business, 3rd Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: June 2010
- Publisher(s): Pearson India
- ISBN: 9788131792438
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