In a short essay, discuss strategies that managers can employ in order to increase the chances of a successful collaborative venture.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 2During his presentation, Mario describes how a large Japanese automaker built a factory in Kentucky. Which of the following topics was most likely assigned to Group C?
A) horizontal integration
B) equity joint venture
C) greenfield investment
D) consortium
Question 3In a short essay, describe the advantages of international collaborative ventures, and describe the potential risks of collaboration.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 4In managing e-mail, organizations should _____.
a. be clear about what e-mail should and should not be used for
b. let employees know if the organization may be inspecting e-mails
c. make employees aware of the laws related to privacy and electronic communications
d. all of the above
Question 5In a short essay, discuss three reasons that firms often seek new market opportunities.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 6What are three efficiency-related motives that focal firms might have for internationalizing through FDI? Explain your answer in a short essay.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 7In a short essay, explain why FDI is a particularly risky foreign entry strategy. How is FDI different than international portfolio investment?
What will be an ideal response?