I found myself drawn to the several topics and sub topics because of the interesting examples given from not just one part of the globe, but all over. The points made in these headings and sub-headings are summarized, and also practical tips are given quite often. All this provides clarity for the reader. Consistency is the biggest appeal of this textbook. By the second or the third chapter the reader knows what to expect, and how terminology will be understood through examples, and practical applications.
Although, I am used to chunking the chapters into sections, I believe that instructors can easily divide the various chapters into broader themes.
The author provides each sub-heading as a comprehensive reading assignment. Bibliography is provided at the end of each section which can be assigned as further reading and research for the students. I would rearrange the topics differently since there are some chapters that would logically flow better next to each other. Sub themes can be created by re-arranging the chapters differently. I found the blue text within the chapter distracting since they are not hyperlinked.
Also, many of the hyperlinks at the end of the section are not functional. The text does not offer many images that may enhance the explanation provided. This creates lack of interest for the reader. However, the images that are provided are relevant within the context of the discussion.
The very fact that the book provides examples from all over the world rather than certain economies demonstrates cultural sensitivity to me. Furthermore, the examples are interesting and create curiosity for the different regions of the world.
I found the textbook to be relevant, user friendly, and fairly comprehensive. However, with all the bells and whistles provided by textbook publishers, the accuracy of working links, and superior supplements provided for the textbooks a strong draw towards sticking with the publishers. This by no means implies that this text cannot be used as is.
If power points, testbanks and other supplements can be added, some of the negatives of this textbook can be easily overlooked. This textbook does a great job at providing the basics and foundation of international business. However based on the ever dynamic and changing world of international business, some information is a little dated.
Comprehensiveness rating: 4 see less. The author does a great job at presenting well-founded and peer reviewed facts. Again due to the rapidly changing laws and trade agreements, it is rather difficult to maintain accuracy in a book like this even from one semester to the next. This book does a great job at presenting the fundamentals. There are only some aspects of this textbook that may deem to be obsolete. However, the foundational approach of this textbook does give the student a clear and concise description of the inner workings of international business.
The book is well written and does provide real-world scenarios. These scenarios can be extremely helpful in understanding the technical and academic aspects of international business.
This textbook is written in a way that builds from one chapter to the next. It is easy to follow and its sequence allows the student to continually build on prior learning from prior chapters. This book was written in a fashion that was sensitive to all cultures. It also gave very valuable insight to the ethical values and cultures of many other economic systems throughout the world. The text covers a wide range of topics that are important and timely to international business. Instructors who teach international marketing should also find the text helpful.
Nonetheless, the text does not provide index or glossary. The content is absolutely unbiased and accurate at the time of writing. Many examples and cases discussed in the text are real companies and their issues are continuing. The text is highly relevant and up-to-date. Examples are well used. The theory and most concepts will not be obsolete within a short period of time. However, the challenge of teaching international business is that companies are consistently changing, revising their strategies, and making various adaptations to stay afloat, and therefore some of the examples e.
But it should be relatively easy and straightforward to implement. The text is easy to understand and follow. Examples are abundant to adequately illustrate various concepts or terminology used in the text. But it would be better if a glossary was included. The text is highly consistent. Examples opening cases , contents, and exercises to reinforce students' learning are in order.
The book's modularity follows most mainstream IB textbooks. So, it should not be a problem for instructors to switch from their current text to this one. Opening Case Each chapter starts with a provocative case written to set the stage for the major issues covered in the chapter. These cases, by variously taking the point of view of individuals, companies, governments, and institutions, give a great sense of the richness of the ensuing chapter.
Material from the opening cases is then integrated with chapter discussions that we highlight in the text. Closing Case Each chapter closes with a rich, elaborate case that integrates the ideas and tools presented in the chapter.
The closing cases aim to put the student into a situation that asks, given certain circumstances, what should be done. Called on to analyze issues and decisions for which the chapter prepares them, students can then grapple with many of the opportunities and challenges of international business. Do you like this book? Please share with your friends, let's read it!! Search Ebook here:. Designed by readallbooks.
Part one offers introductory information on the scope and importance of international business management as well as the social and ethical challenges. Part two covers cultural and behavioral topics. Part three discusses the strategic and operational aspects of international business management.
Part four explores human resources and labor relations. To assist students, each chapter starts a preview section which includes an outline of the chapter indicating the important aspects along with a brief description of the major issues. Following the preview is a vignette that encapsulates the crux of the chapter, often presented in an amusing and engaging manner.
To further help students focus on key issues, the text includes the list of useful business cases to which students can refer. To assist professors in teaching from this book, ancillary teaching materials such as sample syllabi, slides, tests and answer keys will be available for download.
This book has been developed to set a new standard for international business textbooks. The book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the related world issues with special reference to India. It is written in simple language and maintains an integrated and logical flow from beginning to end. The book mainly focuses on managerial implications, which caters to the needs of management students.
The book presents a thorough review of economies and politics of international trade and investment and various functions and forms of Global monetary system. Suitable for an introductory course for MBAs, it also is a review of the essentials for practicing executives at the middle or senior level in multinational companies.
This is not a book on geography or the international business environment, per se. Instead, it takes a "management strategy" perspective.
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