30 Questions
Which publication discusses the factors affecting multinational team performance?
European Business Review
In which publication can insights on organizational culture change through training and cultural immersion be found?
Journal of Organizational Change Management
Which work discusses the impact of globalization?
Globalization: A theoretical reflection
Where can information on developing global organizations in Europe be found?
European Business Review
Which source covers communication in global cultural teams and international communication challenges?
International Journal of Organizational Innovation
Where can one explore the selection of international modes of entry and expansion?
'Selecting international modes of entry and expansion'
Why are many road signs in cities like Beijing and Shanghai now written in the Latin alphabet?
To facilitate communication for locals who speak English
What is a significant demographic trend occurring worldwide according to the text?
Increase in life expectancy and declining birth rates
Why does the population in Europe and Japan skew towards older ages according to the text?
Decrease in birth rates among women in these regions
What is one reason for the younger population in many developing countries mentioned in the text?
High birth rates coupled with diseases like HIV/AIDS
How do market demands differ between young and aging societies according to the text?
Market activities are shifting based on varying needs
What is one of the theoretical explanations mentioned for why international business and trade are beneficial for all countries involved?
Fostering economic growth through specialization
What factor contributed to the rapid growth in international currency transactions between 1975 and 2005?
Advancements in telecommunications technology
Which event opened unprecedented opportunities for global growth around 1990?
The end of the Cold War
What has been the trend regarding political and regulatory changes in response to globalization?
Increasing favorability towards foreign direct investment
Which region has become a driving force in the world economy, leading to significant changes?
Southeast Asia
What technological advancements have made instant currency trading and stock/commodity trading possible?
Private computers and online bank accounts
How has the dominance in the world economy shifted over time?
From North America and Europe to Southeast Asia
What did Adam Smith's theory of absolute advantages explain?
Why specialization and trade result in absolute advantages
What do Porter's ideas help achieve?
National gains from international business activities
What was outlined in David Ricardo's theory on comparative advantages?
Specialization and trade benefit countries with disadvantages in production of certain goods
What aspects did the exploration of current trends and facts of globalization include?
Political changes, technological developments, economic changes, and societal and behavioral patterns
What were some of the factors considered that influence global trends?
Regional cultural forces and global market integration
What do the treatises of Adam Smith and David Ricardo emphasize?
The significance of specialization and trade in international relations
What was the main reason for the disappointing outcome of the visit?
Lack of interest in small talk
Why did the meeting end with the counterpart's promise to inform the CEO?
The technical nature of the issues raised
What cultural aspect most likely influenced the lack of response from the CEO?
Seniority being valued more than age
Why did the attempts to reach the CEO directly fail?
CEO's unavailability
What could have been a more culturally appropriate approach to communication in this scenario?
Engaging in more small talk before getting into business matters
What could have potentially changed the outcome of the visit positively?
Adapting communication style to match cultural expectations
Explore the impact of globalization on business cultures through required readings from 'Business Across Cultures' by Abeles and 'Globalization: A theoretical reflection' by Ndhlovu in Unit 1. Delve into market context and internationalization payoffs with Elango's study on European Business Review in Unit 2.
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