International Business Chapter 1 Quiz
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What is international business?

Commercial transaction that crosses the borders of two or more nations.

What are imports?

Goods and services purchased abroad and brought into a country.

What are exports?

Goods and services sold abroad and sent out of a country.

What is a multinational corporation?

<p>A business that has direct investments abroad in multiple countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a born global firm?

<p>A company with a global perspective that engages in international business from inception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some benefits of globalization of production?

<p>Access to production inputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about globalization is true?

<p>Globalization homogenizes cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a recent challenge of globalization?

<p>Rising nationalism and trade wars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)?

<p>A treaty designed to promote free trade by reducing tariffs and nontariff barriers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does e-commerce play in globalization?

<p>It facilitates the buying, selling, and exchanging of products globally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The value of all goods and services produced by a domestic economy during a one-year period is known as ___.

<p>Gross Domestic Product (GDP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The trend towards greater economic, cultural, political, and technological interdependence among national institutions and economies is known as ___.

<p>Globalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

Globalization has no effect on income inequality between nations.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a benefit of globalization of markets?

<p>Leads to cultural diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify types of companies in international business: large corporations, emerging market firms, and SMEs.
  • Understand globalization's significance for global markets and production.
  • Recognize key forces driving globalization.
  • Analyze arguments for and against globalization.
  • Develop skills for future career relevance.

Apple’s Global Impact

  • Supports millions of applications globally.
  • Globalization enables Apple to:
    • Produce and market products worldwide with minimal modifications.
    • Lower production and marketing costs.
    • Maintain a coherent global branding strategy.
  • Challenges faced include rising nationalism and trade wars.

International Business Overview

  • Definition: Commercial transactions crossing borders of multiple nations.
  • Imports: Goods/services bought from foreign countries.
  • Exports: Goods/services sold to foreign markets.

Key Players in International Business

  • Major players include large firms from affluent nations, emerging market companies, and SMEs.
  • Multinational Corporations (MNCs): Companies with investments in several countries.
  • Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Purchase of significant assets in another country to exert management control.
  • Born Global Firms: Startups with an international focus from the outset, e.g., Airbnb and TikTok.

What is Globalization?

  • Characterized by heightened economic, political, cultural, and technological interdependence.
  • Distinguished by denationalization unlike internationalization.
  • Stages of globalization:
    • First Age (mid-1800s to 1920s): High labor mobility, large cargo ships enhanced trade, communications improved.
    • Second Age (1989 to present): Technology advancements, regional economic blocs' growth, and the rise of global supply chains.

Globalization of Markets and Production

  • Globalization of Markets: Convergence in buyer preferences worldwide.
    • Benefits include reduced marketing costs, new market creation, income stream balancing, and global sustainability.
  • Globalization of Production: Distribution of production to optimize costs and quality.
    • Benefits include access to cost-effective labor, expertise, and necessary inputs.

Drivers of Globalization

  • Decreased trade barriers enabled by GATT and WTO.
  • Regional Trade Agreements: USMCA, EU, and APEC.
  • E-commerce growth fueled by digital connectivity and consumer engagement.
  • Innovations in communication and transportation enhance interaction and logistics.

Globalization Debate: Jobs and Wages

  • Arguments against globalization:
    • Job losses in developed countries, wage decline, and exploitation of low-wage workers.
  • Arguments for globalization:
    • Promotes wealth, efficiency, and job market flexibility while improving living standards in developing nations.

Globalization and Income Inequality

  • Inequality within nations: Persistent wage gaps between occupations.
  • Inequality between nations: Broader income disparities amongst rich and poor countries.

Cultural Implications of Globalization

  • For globalization: Facilitates economic benefits from diverse skills and perspectives.
  • Against globalization: Threatens cultural diversity, leading to homogenization.

National Sovereignty and Globalization

  • Concerns about diminished governmental power due to supranational institutions.
  • Counterargument: Globalization can enhance democratic processes worldwide.

Environmental Considerations

  • For globalization: Corporations often endorse sustainable practices.
  • Against globalization: Risk of a "race to the bottom" on environmental regulations.

Skills for the Future Workplace

  • Essential skills developed through the course include:
    • Application of knowledge and critical thinking.
    • Communication abilities.
    • Ethical understanding and commitment to social responsibility.

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Test your understanding of globalization and its impact on international business in Chapter 1 of the tenth edition. This quiz covers key concepts such as types of companies involved in global markets and factors driving globalization.

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