International Business

The 21st century is the Chinese century. After 30 years of economic reforms that enabled China to be the workshop of the global economy, we are now witnessing the Middle Kingdom transform into one of the world's largest consumer markets and one of the world's most productive centers of innovation. Anyone hoping to have success in business in the 21st century must engage China. Despite the fact that over half a million foreigners visits China each year, many know very little about Chinese business, life, language, and culture. As China takes a more prominent role in the global hierarchy and re-writes many of the rules of the game of business, it is essential for outsiders to learn about China. This short book introduces business travelers to key information about China that is essential for successful interactions with Chinese people and companies. The book begins with background information on the history, economy, politics, philosophy and culture of China. The book then covers more practical matters of business practices, daily life, language, food and recreation. Each topic is described with brevity and clarity, and illustrated with a number of anecdotes, many of them first-hand experiences of the author. While it may take a lifetime of study to fully understand the complexities of such an ancient society this book is a useful first step down the path to competent engagement of the Middle Kingdom.

In recent years, Trade Promotion Institutions have developed national strategies and new tools to support the business sector, helping enterprises to find new markets and trade opportunities. What are these national strategies, how are they designed and implemented? Special attention is given to evaluation tools created to assess results and provide justification for investment expenditures. Best practices will be considered and reviewed on the basis of selected countries having introduced innovative national trade promotion programs, such as Finland, Mauritius, Mexico, New Zealand and Singapore.

The purpose of this book is to provide consistently effective strategies and systematic approaches to negotiations that will dramatically improve international managers as negotiators. The book provides sufficient familiarity with negotiating styles that will help managers identify their unique strength and weaknesses, thus enabling them to interpret and comfortably use the latest advances in the field of negotiation in dealing internationally.

This book is intended to provide templates for ethical decision making within a globalized commercial arena.

This book is a practical and comprehensive guide to succeeding in ASEAN countries. It allows for a deeper understanding of the business environment of these diverse economies.