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09139. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER TO THE THIRD WORLD. Examines the role of natural and economic resources in the transfer of technology from advanced countries to less-developed Third World countries. The relationship of Indonesia and the U.S. is discussed in the context,of American biotechnology and electronics in that country. 15 pages, 24 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.
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09135. JAPANESE DIRECT INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. A comprehensive study of Japanese direct investment (over 10; equity) in the U.S. Looks at manufacturing industries, real estate and construction, banking/finance/insurance, and wholesale and retail trade sectors of that investment. The paper concludes that Japanese investment in the U.S. represents a necessary recycling of Japan's trade surplus, financing American consumer and government spending. 30 pages, 46 footnotes, 26 bibliographic sources.
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$133
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09119A. EXPORT STRATEGY: MARKETS AND COMPETITION BY NIGEL PIERCY. A review and critique of a study on export marketing, looking at the price/non-price and spreading versus concentrated market theories. 7 pages, 13 footnotes, l bibliographic source.
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09112. CATERPILLAR INC. IN THE INDONESIAN MARKET. Analyzes the export and business activities of Caterpillar Inc. in Indonesia. Assesses Caterpillar's risks and opportunities in both export operations in Indonesia and its involvement with an assembly plant in light of market demand, economic structure, cultural factors, and political risks. 15p. 44f. 20b.
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$105
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09111. THE WORLD DIAMOND MARKET. Profile of the world diamond market and industry, including a history of the industry, a profile of the major players in the diamond industry monopoly, and a discussion of the role of diamond cutters. Argues that diamonds no longer represent a sound long-term investment. 30 pages, 45 footnotes, 17 bibliographic sources.
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09108. BRIBERY AS A PITFALL OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS. Examines the problems and pitfalls of bribery as they involve international business, with a focus on the legal situation of American companies that commit illegal acts in their overseas operations. 6 pages, 7 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.
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$42
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09107. INTERNATIONAL BRIBERY. An overview of the practice and regulation of international bribery from the perspective of U.S. multinational firms. 5 pages, 10 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.
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09104. THE AMERICAN AND INDONESIAN BANKING SYSTEMS: A COMPARISON. Discusses the major dimensions of the U.S. banking system, the important role of the Federal Reserve in maintaining financial stability, and recent upheavals and changes brought about by deregulation and globalization. Following this, the analysis examines the Indonesian banking system, comparing it with the American system. 10 pages, 15 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.
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$70
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09093. IMPORTING SHOES FROM KOREA: ROMMICH LTD. Presents a marketing outline of an import company which imports brightly colored athletic footwear from Korea for distribution in the U.S. market. Product, pricing, promotion, distribution, import requirements, competition, and finances are discussed and analyzed. 10p. 12f. 12b.
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09090. MARKETING CONDOMS TO THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. Outlines a marketing strategy for exporting American condoms to the PRC. Market demand, potential consumer resistance, general economic structure, distribution system, and market profile of the PRC included. 12p. 24f. 18b.
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$84
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09078. MARKETING COMPUTERS TO POLAND. Explores the problems and opportunities in exporting an American-made PC to Poland. The first section of the paper presents a general market profile of Poland from the perspective of an American exporter. Poland's economy, trade profile, political structure, and business climate are analyzed. The second section analyzes special problems and advantages in marketing a specific American-made PC in Poland. 17p. 35f. 12b.
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$119
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09075. CASE ANALYSIS: CETUS CORP'S FIGHT IN INTERNATIONAL BIOTECHNOLOGY. A thorough examination of the Emeryville, California firm's marketing strategy and the problems therein. Industry background, competition, legal issues, and finances are analyzed. Recommends expansion of Cetus' product line and expansion of its target market area to include Japan. 15p. 39f. 20b.
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$105
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09066. BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA FOR THE AMERICAN BUSINESSMAN. The communications role of the American businessman in Saudi Arabia, and the Saudi culture's constraints on that role are analyzed. A thorough discussion and analysis of communication theory serves as the framework for the analysis. 18 pages, 24 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.
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$126
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09030. EURODOLLARS. The nature and function of Eurodollars in the international capital markets is analyzed in this paper. Various forms Eurodollars in different financial instruments are noted. 10p. 13f. 5b.
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09029. THE EUROBOND MARKET: PAST PERFORMANCE AND FUTURE PROSPECTS. The origins of the Eurobond market in pos-war dollar surpluses in Europe are examined, and the history of the market from 1963 to present is disucssed. Issuing mechanisms, types of Eurobonds, and current controversies over screen trading are all detailed. 26p. 44f. 14b.
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09023. THE EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATES ON JAPANESE INVESTMENT IN THE U.S. Analyzes the reasons behind the growing Japanese investment in the U.S., beginning with the shifting dollar-yen exchange ratio. Antecedent factors within the Japanese economy and reaction within the American system are taken into account. 9p. 9f. 30b.
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$63
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09022. JAPAN'S GLOBAL INVESTMENT POSITION. A brief consideration of Japan's investment position within the world economy, including both direct and portfolio investment. Particular attention is devoted to Japanese investment in the U.S. 6p. 6f. 30b.
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$42
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09021. THE PROBLEM OF FOREIGN INVESTMENT. Considers the recent invasion of foreign capital into the U.S. economy. Analyzes the various kinds of foreign investment in the U.S. with particular attention to Japanese investment in the U.S. 7p. 8f. 30b.
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$49
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09020. FUTURE TRENDS IN JAPANESE INVESTMENT IN THE U.S. A careful analysis of the likely trends in Japanese investment in the U.S. Considers capital movement into the U.S., future portfolio investment, non-treasury bonds, the stock market and direct investment. Concludes that all estimates of Japanese future investment in the U.S. must be regarded as tentative. 14p. 15f. 30b.
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$98
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09019. FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT IN THE U.S. Trends and particulars of foreign direct investment in the U.S. from World War II on. Gives a breakdown on what companies are doing the investments and recent trends in investment strategies. Includes a discussion of the balance of payments effect. Principal source companies and geographic distribution are also analyzed. 19p. 45f. 32b.
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$133
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09018. THE FUTURE OF FOREIGN INVESTMENTS IN THE UNITED STATES. An essay on the future of both portfolio and direct foreign investment in the U.S. Takes the position that the global economy is here to stay and that the U.S. will have to content itself with playing the role of the investee, rather than the investor. 5p. 6f. 32b.
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$35
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09017. FOREIGN PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN THE U.S. An analysis of the causes and effects of foreign portfolio investments in the U.S. Details which countries are investing, and to what extent they have invested. Also considers the type of investors and the location of foreign assets by industry and type. 15p. 24f. 32b.
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$105
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09007. BALANCE OF PAYMENTS. Provides an overview and summary of some of the causes and effects of the balance of payments deficit. Considers the effects of improving the foreign investment situation, reducing the trade deficit and reducing the budget deficit. 8 pages, 13 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.
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$56
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08912. MODERNIZATION POLICIES IN JAPAN AND FRANCE. An essay discussing some of the similarities and differences in the ways in which japan and France have pursued policies of economic modernization. 5p. 6f. 4b.
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08911. FACTORS IMPACTING BIRTH RATES IN INDUSTRIAL COUNTRIES, 1946 - PRESENT. Presents and analyzes factors which have played a role in the declining birth and fertility rates in industrialized countries since 1946. Includes an examination of theories of fertility decline considered in relation to factors which have been shown to have a direct link to birth rates. 13p. 35f. 20b.
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$91
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08910. FOREIGN UNDERGROUND ECONOMIES. An overview of the typical components of "underground" or black market economies in major European nations. 5p. 11f. 11b.
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$35
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08909. INTERNATIONAL TOURISM AND ITS PLACE IN WORLD TRADE. The essay explores the importance of international tourism, particularly with respect to individual nation's trade balances, and considers some of the opportunities and obstacles present in the industry. 7p. 28f. 1
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08908. THE DOMESTIC ECONOMY AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE OF JAPAN. An investment profile of the Japanese economy. Profiles the domestic economy the balance of payments position, the composition of international trade, and the extent of foreign investment in Japan. 11p. 23f. 20b.
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$77
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08907. THE DEBT STRUCTURE OF ZAIRE. Analyzes the debt structure of Zaire in terms of Zaire's economic structure and standing in the world economy. Considers public and private debt, repayment arrears, debt rescheduling arrangements, commercial and developmental banks involved in Zaire's debt and prospects for a rescheduling plan. Zaire,s resources, employment, governmental policies, and tax incentives are also taken into account. 19 pages, 37 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.
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08906. INTERNATIONAL REACTION TO THE DOLLAR'S DEFLATION. Explores international reaction to the recent drop in the value of the U.S. dollar in the context of the causes and effects of the deflation of the U.S. dollar. 5p. 9f. 9b.
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$35
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08905. FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. An overview an analysis of recent trends in foreign direct investment and foreign indirect investment in the U.S. 5p. 11f. 8b.
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$35
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08902. JAPAN-U.S. TRADE. A brief profile of the current Japan-U.S. trade balance. Includes a situation analysis, speculations on the causes of the current trade deficits, and a discussion of possible solutions to the trade deficit problem. 9p. 10f. 8b.
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$63
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08869. PROMOTIONAL DECISION MAKING IN SPAIN. Examines promotional decision making from the perspective of the Spanish market. Consumer profile, marketing structure, and advertising and promotional structure are all considered. 5p. 13f. 7b.
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$35
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08859. MCDONALD'S STRATEGY FOR SUCCESS. Presents an overview of some of the ways in which McDonald's is seeking to meet the competitive challenge of the 1980s and beyond. Considers the company's global strategy, its public relations activities, and its move into special market niches. 7p. 22f. 16b.
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$49
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08825. JAPAN-U.S. TRADE. Gives an overview of the current status of U.S.-Japanese trade, with particular attention to nontariff barriers and Japanese investment in the U.S. Includes charts. 5p. 14f 12b.
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$35
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08812. MALAYSIA: EXPORT PROFILE. Gives a financial analysis of Malaysia with particular attention to its current and projected future export stance. Also considers the climate for foreign direct investment in Malaysia. 8p. 16f. 10b.
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$56
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08739. "THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE OF NATIONS" BY MICHAEL E. PORTER (BOOK REVIEW). This paper presents a summary, review and analysis of Michael Porter’s groundbreaking 1990 book on competitive strategy. Summarizes the central thesis of the book and provides background on Porter’s other works. Considers Porter’s arguments in light of the neoclassical economics of David Ricardo and his theory of national “comparative advantage.” Argues that Porter has made an important and unique contribution to the literature on the problem of international competitiveness. 12 pages, 12 footnotes in text, 12 annotated bibliographic sources.
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$84
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08733. NEWLY DEMOCRATIC CHILE: A GEOPOLITICAL ANALYSIS. This paper presents an analysis of Chile’s political economy and position in the world from the perspective of the early 1990s, as Chile emerged from twenty years of iron-fisted rule under General Pinochet and embarked on its first completely free democratic government. 9 pages, 14 footnotes in text, 20 bibliographic sources.
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$63
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08713. A WELL-KEPT SECRET: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN ITALY. A favorable analysis and appraisal of the political, economic, social and geographic issues relating to direct investment in Italy. Discusses the major interest groups in Italy's policy process and concludes with a long-range projection for overall investment opportunities in Italy. 8p. 27f. 31b.
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$56
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08711. CARTEL MANAGEMENT: CIRCUMSTANCES FOR SUCCESS. Using OPEC as a takeoff point for discussion, analyzes the success factors necessary in the management and endurance of a cartel. Success factors include a relatively small number of countries involved, a high ratio of production to reserves, a strong market demand, and scarce supplies outside the cartel area. 10p. 13f. 15b.
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$70
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08681. GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: THE COMMERCIAL DECLINE OF VENICE DURING THE 15TH-17TH CENTURIES. Discusses the multiplicity of factors which led to the commercial, social, and economic decline of Venice. Among the factors included are increasing protectionism, currency devaluation, trade wars, skyrocketing insurance costs, sanitation problems and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, soaring public debt, trade deficits, and the financial burden of military excursions. 10p. 21f. 7b.
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08653. WHERE ANGELS FEAR TO TREAD: A COUNTRY RISK ASSESSMENT OF THE PHILIPPINES FOR APPLE COMPUTER. Considers the social, political, and economic risks involved in establishing an Apple Computer subsidiary in the Philippines. Includes an extensive economic overview of the country as well as a general assessment of investment opportunities. 27p. 54f. 21b.
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$133
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08652. INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT OF JAPAN. A detailed study of Japan's export and import trade, and of foreign investment in and by that country. Analyzes the climate for foreign investment in terms of restrictions and cultural/political conflicts. 15p. 22f. 11b.
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$105
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08644. THREE SCENARIOS FOR THE FUTURE OF THE PHILIPPINES. Analyzes the feasibility of establishing an Apple subsidiary in the Philippines. Concludes that although the subsidiary would fit well into the country's socioeconomic developmental plans, the country's problems with regard to economic growth, low level of integration and inadequate social welfare system advise against such investment. 13p. 16f. 59b.
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$91
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08633. FINANCIAL INNOVATION. Discusses recent financial innovations in terms of international financial instruments: perpetual floating rate notes, foreign investment payment security, and other innovative bonds. 5p. 4f. 4b.
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$35
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08598. TEXTILE IMPORT QUOTAS. Following an overview of current problems in the U.S. textile industry (primarily stemming from the import challenge), this investigation analyzes the pros and cons of textile import quotas. Concludes with a recommendation for government to government negotiations and the continued use of import quotas as a strategic negotiating tool. 13p. 8f. 5b.
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$91
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08584. YUGOSLAVIA: A COUNTRY RISK ANALYSIS. In a non-quantitative analysis, this investigation takes into account internal economic factors, external economic factors, and socio-political factors in assessing the risk involved in a particular company doing business in Yugoslavia. 5p. 1f. 1b.
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08582. EXPORTING INDONESIAN TEXTILES TO THE U.S. Following a brief review of the Indonesian export position and the U.S. textile market, specific barriers (tariffs, quotas, shipping and distribution problems, competition) and specific advantages present within the plan are discussed. 15p. 29f. 24b.
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$105
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08580. GATT'S LATEST AGENDA. Reviews the agenda of the latest GATT talks. Included is an analysis of central issues such as market sharing, selective protectionism, subsidies and safeguards. Attempts to project the outlook for the future in terms of the United States' relationship to other member countries. 10p. 18f. 11b.
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$70
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08553. COUNTRY RISK ANALYSIS: JAMAICA. Assesses a multinational corporation's risk of doing business in Jamaica based on an analysis of internal economic factors, external economic factors and socio-political factors. Concludes that the company should not enter into any expansion of investment for several years. 6p. 3f. 3b.
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$42
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08515. MULTINATIONAL OPERATIONS. Gives an overview of the history, operations, organization, and economic/political issues involved in multinational corporations. Examines in detail the relative success of American multinationals versus U.S. direct exports. Concludes with a discussion of free trade and the future of multinationals. 10p. 13f. 10b.
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$70
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08508. FOREIGN BUSINESS PRACTICES: BRAZIL. Following a brief summary of the nation's political and economic structure the investigation examines restrictions and opportunities present in the Brazilian market for the exporter. Examines Brazil's import documentation requirements, tariff structures, and agent/distributor laws. 11p. 21f. 17b.
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$77
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08507. SCENARIO: A JAPANESE MANAGER COMES TO A BRITISH SUBSIDIARY. A hypothetical case report of a Japanese manager who is transferred to his company's British subsidiary and encounters employee resistance and resentment. 5p. 0f. 3b.
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$35
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08506. BUSINESS CULTURE IN THE U.K. Explores the varied influences of Britain's sociocultural patterns on the U.K.'s overall business environment. Discusses labor-management relations, form of organizational structure, and style of business management. Cultural influences affecting the composition of the labor force, the expression of consumer preferences, the common mode of organizational structure, and the prevailing styles of management are assessed. 20 pages, 48 footnotes in text, 25 bibliographic sources.
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$133
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08470. OUTLINE FOR REPORT FROM THE MINISTER OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT TO THE PRESIDENT OF FRANCE. Outlines the major trends in the French economy over the past three years. Composition of international trade, balance of payments position, and status of foreign investment are considered. 10p. 11f. 8b.
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$70
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08467. OUTLINE FOR REPORT FROM THE MINISTER OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT TO THE PRIME MINISTER OF ITALY. Outlines the major economic trends of the Italian economy over the past three years. Examines balance of payments and national debt. Includes 6 tables. 8p. 5f. 8b.
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$56
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08465. REPORT FROM THE MINISTER OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT TO THE PRIME MINISTER OF SPAIN. Outlines the major economic trends of the Spanish economy over the past three years. Considers the domestic economy, components of foreign trade and balance of payments. 3 tables. 10p. 8f. 4b.
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$70
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08459. MIDDLE EAST DIRECT INVESTMENT IN THE U.S. Analyzes three main areas of Middle Eastern investment in the U.S.: the acquisition of U.S. financial institutions, investment in real estate, and the acquisition of equity stakes in American companies. Examines the role of private financiers from the Middle East. 10p. 10f. 10b.
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$70
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08458. NUMMI: THE JAPANIZATION OF AN AMERICAN AUTOMAKER. Investigates and analyzes the components of organizational changes which occurred in the GM Fremont plant with the startup of NUMMI (a Toyota-GM joint venture). Compares and contrasts the two management styles and cultural imperatives found in the company. 13 pages, 23 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources.
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$91
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08450. MANAGING CULTURAL SYNERGY BY ROBERT T. MORAN AND PHILIP R. HARRIS. Synopsis and analysis of Moran's and Harris' work which theorizes that cultural differences between and among organizations can work together to form a more dynamic, productive organization. 5p. 1b.
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$35
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08438. SAUDI ARABIA: A CULTURAL ANALYSIS. A cultural and social portrait of Saudi Arabia which includes a discussion of geographical setting, history, social institutions, religions, living conditions, and language. 19 pages, 28 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.
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$133
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08437. SAUDI ARABIA: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS. Economic profile of Saudi Arabia, including population statistics, economic figures for the past five years, technology, product distribution systems, consumer marketing and communications. 14p. 29f. 7b.
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$98
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08434. MARKETING SEGMENTATION IN KUWAIT. Investigation and profile of the market potentials in Kuwait from a marketing segmentation perspective. Covers geographical, employment, import-export, and distribution factors. Also provides a profile of potential target product/service segments. 17 pages, 55 footnotes, 24 bibliographic sources.
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$119
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08433. MARKETING IN THE ARABIAN GULF. 15p. 29f. 16b. See section 25D.
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$105
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08431. MARKETING IN SAUDI ARABIA. Presents a marketing profile of Saudi Arabia with a focus on western imports. Profiles consumer market needs, suggests advertising and pricing strategies, and explains the goods distribution system. 13p. 30f. 19b.
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$91
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08428. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS -- THE JAPANESE MARKET. Presents an economic analysis of the Japanese market. Population, GNP, trade balance, employment rates, standards of living, state of technology, market distribution system, and communications systems are all covered in detail. 20p. 52f. 17b.
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$133
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08427. JAPAN -- A CULTURAL ANALYSIS. A portrait of Japan's homogeneous culture. Geographical setting, relevant history, family structure, sex roles, education, legal structures, political system, religious beliefs, social structures, and leisure activities are discussed in detail. 22p. 53f. 18b.
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$133
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08424. DOING BUSINESS IN SOUTH AFRICA. Examines the arguments for and against divestiture of American business holdings in South Africa. Divestiture is viewed as a moral question, rather than as a primarily political or economic issue. 15p. 10f. 9b.
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$105
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08362. INVESTMENT CLIMATE FOR MALAYSIA -- POLITICAL AND LOCAL VARIABLES. Covers a wide variety of political and economic issues in Malaysia including governmental policies, legal system, import-export restrictions, inflation rate, balance of payments, transportation and communication systems, resource availability, geographical and social factors. 18p. 23f. 17b.
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$126
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08361. INVESTMENT CLIMATE FOR MALAYSIA -- POLITICAL AND LOCAL VARIABLES. Covers a wide variety of political and economic issues in Malaysia including governmental policies, legal system, import-export restrictions, inflation rate, balance of payments, transportation and communication systems, resource availability, geographical and social factors. 15p. 14f. 9b.
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$105
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08360. INTERNATIONAL BANKING IN EASTERN EUROPE: PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS. The analysis focuses on the problems and prospects for the international banking community in Poland and Hungary. Debt problems in these countries and proposed solutions to the problems are considered. 17p. 16f. 10b.
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$119
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08359. EFFECT OF INTERNATIONALIZATION OF THE YEN ON THE JAPANESE AND US BALANCES OF PAYMENTS. After isolating and evaluating the consequences of the dollar-yen agreement on the Japanese economy, this investigation analyzes the effects that these deregulation and liberalization measures will exert on the Japanese and the US balance of payments. 20p. 17f. 18b.
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$133
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08358. KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN -- INTERNATIONAL MARKETING OPPORTUNITY. Analysis of KFC's Japanese marketing strategy, including an analysis of the company's target market, location, product mix, distribution system, and advertising strategy. Also includes an overview of the Japanese consumer market and a market strategy prototype for U.S. companies entering Japan's consumer market. 14 pages, footnotes in text, 17 bibliographic sources.
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$98
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08357. MULTINATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. Traces the history and development of multinationals and considers the effect of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Includes a discussion of the concept of economic distance as the foundation of multinationals. 8p. 9f. 8b.
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$56
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08356. U.S. BALANCE OF TRADE: 1970-1985. Analyzes factors contributing to the record trade deficit and discusses various solutions posed by industry, Congress, and economic analysts. 11p. 12f. 12b.
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$77
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08355. MODERN PROTECTIONISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTH KOREA. Considers and analyzes South Korea's successful developmentalism through government direction. Examines the unique features of Korea's economic policies. 8 pages, 28 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.
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$56
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08354. COUNTERTRADE: OPPORTUNITIES AND RISKS. Presents a brief overview of the principal forms of countertrade along with their respective risk and potential benefit factors. Economic, political, and pure business risks are considered. 11p. 26f. 12b.
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$77
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08353. FALLING OIL PRICES AND THIRD WORLD DEBT. Analyzes the effect of falling oil prices on both non-oil producing and oil-producing less developed countries. Considers major changes in the world oil market since 1973 and the mounting foreign debt among less-developed oil-producing countries. Brazil and Mexico are analyzed extensively. Suggested actions to be taken by multinationals and the World Bank are offered. 23p. 24f. 15b.
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$133
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08352. MULTINATIONAL CORPORATIONS. Traces the development of multinational corporations and the ramifications of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Assesses political, environmental, and financial risks for multinationals. 8p. 16f. 10b.
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$56
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08343. BUSINESS ATTITUDES TOWARDS US, JAPANESE AND WESTERN EUROPEAN INDUSTRIAL POLICY. A comparison of strategies of government intervention in private business in the U.S., Japan and Western Europe. 5p. 10f. 11b.
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$35
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08342. CALIFORNIA SILK LTD. Business and marketing plan for an import-export company. Initial product concentration is on importing raw silk from China. Commodity specification, competition, government regulation and tariffs, transportation, warehousing and insurance and target markets are discussed. Includes a cash flow statement. 15p. 16f. 4b.
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$105
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08340. MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND INTERNATIONAL HOTEL OPERATIONS. Fundamental principles of management are discussed in terms of their application to an international operation. Evolution of management principles, Theory X, Theory Y, Theory Z, and the concept of cultural imperatives within an organization are analyzed. 12 pages, 15 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.
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$84
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08331. MARKETING PLAN FOR CALIFORNIA WINE TO JAPAN. Presents a detailed plan for marketing California wine to Japan. Includes an analysis of the characteristics of the Japanese market, including consumer preferences and buying habits, channels of product distribution, pricing structure, promotion strategies, competition, estimated sales, and pro-forma profit and loss statement. 21 pages, 38 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources.
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$133
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08327. MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND INTERNATIONAL HOTEL OPERATIONS II. An in depth study of Holiday Inns, Inc. management strategy and structure. Examines Holiday's historical development, its current problems and challenges, its leadership structure , and its plans for the future. Comparative data from other international hotel chains is also presented. 17p. 29f. 14b.
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$119
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08324. CASE COMPARISON: PEOPLE EXPRESS AND TOYO KOGYO. From an operational management perspective, this investigation presents a comparison of two companies, the Japanese Toyo Kogyo and the American People's Express, with a focus on the three elements of productivity, quality and innovation 9p. 6f. 7b.
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08323. MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND INTERNATIONAL HOTEL OPERATIONS III. From a case study perspective -- Holiday Inns vs. Marriott Corp. -- examines the question of what constitutes effective international hotel management. Measures of effectiveness include financial stability, market penetration, and levels of employee satisfaction. 11p. 19f. 14b.
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08256. SAUDI PETROCHEMICALS: HOW BIG A THREAT? Investigates an assessment and analysis of Saudi Arabia's newly emerging position within the world petrochemical market. History and status of Saudi production capabilities is included as is an analysis of the world petrochemical market and the Saudi position within that market. 24p. 36f. 29b.
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08255. SINGAPORE: AN ECONOMIC OVERVIEW. Overview of Singapore's domestic economy, balance of payments position, composition of international trade, and foreign investment, with an emphasis upon its recent economic slowdown and prospects for the future. 13p. 46f. 12b.
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08254. INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN JAPAN. Covers four main areas of international trade and foreign investment in Japan: basic indicators for the domestic economy, balance of payments figures, the composition of international trade and potential new exports and markets and the foreign investment. 9p. 19f. 6b.
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08253. JAPAN: AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS. A concise economic portrait of Japan from an import-export perspective. Gross National Product,per capita income, corporate tax rates, balance of payments, and unemployment rates are presented. 7p. 13f. 4b.
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$49
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08252. "SINGAPORE: CHALLENGE AND RESPONSE": ARTICLE REVIEW. 3p. 1f. 1b. See Section 25E.
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