Economic Environment Of International Business

This textbook analyses the drivers of globalization and the diverse range of international environments in which businesses operate. Case studies and examples from around the world connect theory to real-world business decisions, in both emerging and developed markets.

The International Business Environment is written for undergraduate and masters--level students taking an introductory module on the international context and environment of business as part of an International Business, Business Studies or Management degree. The book provides broad and discursive coverage of the external environment confronted by both large and small organisations. It examines the key issues and institutions within economic, political and legal frameworks, as well as the impacts of social and cultural, technological and ecological developments. A well-structured chapter framework features mini-cases, summaries, references and further reading. A selection of long cases provides further substantial illustration of concepts in practice. A website for the tutor contains teaching and case notes, as well as presentation slides. It can be found at www.booksites.net/brooks Key Features Applied business focus covers all aspects of the international business environment Longer cases feature a range of industries in public and private sectors Mini-cases and discussion questions provide regular opportunity for critical reflection Recent data and examples bring immediate relevance to the subject References to relevant websites at the end of each chapter Dr Ian Brooks is Dean of Northampton Business School at University College Northampton and researches organisational change. Jamie Weatherston is Senior Lecturer in Strategic Management at Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University Graham Wilkinson is Senior Lecturer in Business and Economics at Northampton Business School, University College Northampton.

The International Business Environment, Second Edition, prepares students for the realities of global twenty-first-century business. Building on the success of the previous edition, it employs a wide range of examples from BRIC and CIVETS economies and offers chapters on CSR, the ecological environment, and corporate social responsibility. Authors Leslie Hamilton and Philip Webster discuss the process of globalization, the global economy, and the impact of that economy on international business organizations. Using a PESTLE framework, they analyze the economic, political, legal, financial, technological, socio-cultural, and ecological environments, clearly outlining the factors that affect the everyday business of organizations. Adopting a truly international approach, this full-color, visually engaging text features a wealth of examples and case studies. Each chapter begins and ends with a one-page case study, and fifty additional mini-cases address such compelling issues as civil unrest in North Africa, the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, Wikileaks, and Google in China. Organizations including BP, Dell, Domino's Pizza, Apple, and Procter & Gamble are featured throughout the book. A Companion Website offers numerous resources for students and instructors.

The International Business Environment is written with the aim to provide students with the necessary tools to analyse systematically the different facets of international business environment and how they affect an organization. The text focusses on five aspects of the cross border environment—exchange rates and international capital markets, trading patterns and regimes, regulatory content, and political context. Theories, models, and insights have been integrated from a variety of disciplines and functional areas, while emphasizing managerial relevance and providing a general management focus to issues confronting the multinational enterprises (MNEs).

The arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the globe at the end of 2019 turned global business upside down. It forced the closure of many businesses, disrupted global supply chains, reduced travel across borders, and created fear about face-to-face interactions. As the lockdowns in many countries created uncertainty about the future business activities, global business leaders were scrambling to find new strategies to safely re-establish their business relationships with their stakeholders. The existing historical economic, social, and racial injustice in the American society toward Black, Indigenous, and People of Color was compounded by the COVID-19. This led the movements of the Black Lives Matter to reenergize and become a global phenomenon. The horrific and sad death of George Floyd and many others triggered huge global movements to demand respect for human rights and dignity for all. Additionally, climate change and environmental degradation have caused unprecedented forests fires, more frequent and damaging hurricanes, and migration demand a revived global business book. This third edition of Global Business: An Economic, Social, and Environmental Perspective incorporates global business issues related to COVID-19, the economic and social injustice of BIPOC, and environmental degradation where it is appropriate. The reader will understand the impact of these critical global business issues discussed in the book through examples, case studies and thought-provoking discussions. These challenges require businesses, governments, and the active engagement of citizens to succeed. The aim of this book is to bring these issues for discussion and action by these stakeholders. Each chapter includes supplementary PowerPoint slides, Test-Bank, and Teaching notes that are available for instructors only.