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International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know

International Business Essentials You Always Wanted To Know

A Beginner’s Guide to Global Strategies, Market Entry, Cultural Intelligence & World Trade

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Unlock global success with International Business Essentials You Always Wanted to Know. This foundational guide is ideal for entrepreneurs, students, and professionals who want to navigate the financial and strategic complexities of today’s global marketplace. Covering key topics from trade and currency dynamics to cultural intelligence, this book informs business planning by simplifying the forces that shape modern international business.

You’ll Learn About:

  • Global market entry strategies necessary for expanding into new markets
  • Cultural intelligence models that demystify cultural differences, helping you build adaptable skills for successful global interactions
  • Risk mitigation strategies to address currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other dynamic conditions
  • Financial tools and strategies that help companies thrive in competitive, interconnected world markets
  • Frameworks for navigating political and economic risks and opportunities

Prepare to succeed in any international business environment with this essential resource—your key to building expertise in global commerce.

Bibliographic Details

Pages: 238 pages

Paperback (ISBN): 9781636513294

Trim Size: 5.5” x 8.5”

Category: Business & Economics

Author: Lisa Power, Vibrant Publishers

Table of Contents

1. Globalization: A World in Transition

1.1 What is International Business?
1.2 International Business in the Digital Age
1.3 Globalization
1.4 VUCA World
1.5 Complexity and New Industrial Revolution
Quiz
Chapter Summary


2. Global Business Strategies

2.1 Systems Approach
2.2 Environmental Analysis Tools
2.3 Market Entry Strategies
2.4 International Strategies: Cost Pressure vs. Local Responsiveness
2.5 Generic Strategies: Paths to Competitive Advantage
2.6 Value Creation and Capture in Global Contexts
2.6 Strategic Analysis
Quiz
Chapter Summary


3. Culture & Collaboration

3.1 Understanding Culture
3.2 Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
3.3 Dimensions of Cultural Analysis
3.4 Cultural Traits and Universal Values as a System
Quiz 58
Chapter Summary


4. Governmental Systems and Political Institutions

4.1 Power and Influence
4.2 Political Identity
4.3 Political Systems
4.4 Government Incentives and Support
4.5 Political Risks
Quiz
Chapter Summary


5. Laws, Regulations, and Legal Systems

5.1 Types of Legal Systems
5.2 Essential International Business Laws
Quiz
Chapter Summary


6. Economic Environments and Ecosystems

6.1 Economic Ecosystems
6.2 Economic Development
6.3 Global Economic Systems
6.4 Measuring Economic Factors
6.5 The Economic Spectrum
Quiz
Chapter Summary


7. Currency and Monetary Systems

7.1 Money: More than Bills and Coins
7.2 World Currency Values
7.3 Types of World Currencies
7.4 Currency Exchange
7.5 Purchasing Parity Power (PPP)
7.6 Opportunities, Challenges and Considerations
Quiz
Chapter Summary


8. World Trade

8.1 Reasons Why Countries Trade
8.2 Trade Statistics
8.3 Trade Policy Approaches
8.4 Researching Trade Factors
8.5 Trade Organizations and Agreements
Quiz
Chapter Summary


9. Global Business Disciplines

9.1 Accounting and Finance
9.2 Information Technology and Security
9.3 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
9.4 Marketing Management
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Chapter Summary


10. Innovation and Sustainable Development

10.1 The Heart of Global Commerce
10.2 Corporate Responsibility
10.3 Personal Responsibility
10.4 Innovation Models
10.5 Changing Business Environments
10.6 Sustaining Growth
10.7 Goals for the Future
Quiz
Chapter Summary

Author

Dr. Lisa Power is a global business educator, leadership expert, researcher, author, and advisor, specializing in cultural intelligence, marketing, and sustainable business strategy.

Vibrant Publishers is focused on presenting the best texts for learning about technology and business as well as books for test preparation. Categories include programming, operating systems and other texts focused on IT. In addition, a series of books helps professionals in their own disciplines learn the business skills needed in their professional growth.

Vibrant Publishers has a standardized test preparation series covering the GMAT, GRE and SAT, providing ample study and practice material in a simple and well organized format, helping students get closer to their dream universities.

Series

The Self-Learning Management Series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers, and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons and covers every aspect of business, from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations across any and every industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, and standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter.

Editorial Reviews

This book serves as an invaluable gateway to developing a global perspective that might otherwise feel out of reach.
-- Dr. Angela Peterson
Associate Professor

I highly recommend this book for startups and businesses that would like to set up their businesses globally.
-- David Kaloki Kitenge
Urban Economist, UN-Habitat Kenya

International Business Essentials highlights the critical importance of cultural intelligence (CQ) as a cornerstone for success in today’s globalized business environment.
-- Dr. Matondo G. Wawa
International Business Professor

Lisa Power has created a thoughtfully written book that should garner a wide readership.
-- Victor S. Sohmen, Ph.D, Ed.D., MBA
Professor, Author, Editor, Researcher, Keynote Speaker, Liberty University

A must-read for aspiring leaders and global professionals.
-- Shaun Pearce
CEO, Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation

Dr. Power's book is an essential roadmap for anyone interested in conducting international business.
-- R Craig Briggs
Assistant Professor of Marketing, Regis University

It will be straightforward to call it an adventure because it is an outstanding guide that offers invaluable insights into the complexities of global commerce.
-- Darya Yegorina
DBA - Chief of Staff Strategy & Sales Ops, Verizon

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We incorporated this book into our international business development training. It serves as a thorough, concise, and structured guide for all new managers.

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Invaluable Resource for Business Students and Professionals

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Comprehensive Guide for Navigating Global Markets

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a gift for a forward thinking entrapreneur

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Veronica "Waterfall" Adams
Discusses The Current State Of Business

Business people, entrepreneurs, and business majors need this book as a guide and resource. It informs a reader about the current state of business because of digitalization and globalization. It was the very first time that I have been exposed to the interconnected VUCA world. The quizzes should be used by teachers to give their students.

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Andrea
Guide for Business Success

The book is a clear, well-structured guide for anyone looking to navigate global markets. It covers market entry strategies, risk management, cultural intelligence, and financial toolsall crucial for international success.
Perfect for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals, the book is easy to follow with quizzes and summaries reinforcing key takeaways. The interactive links make navigating chapters effortless.
An interesting read for anyone interested in international business!

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Andrea Cercado
Underrated topic

I don't think many entrepreneurs think ahead when it comes to how to handle business in the world market, so this essentials list is actually pretty great. I like how it simplifies complex concepts and offers practical frameworks to navigate todays interconnected global marketplace. One minor critique is that its ambitious scope may be overwhelming for those wishing to explore more specific topics related to their industry, as it was for me at times. However, its structured layout and emphasis on actionable knowledge make it a valuable resource. The emphasis on cultural intelligence models is particularly impactful, as it helps develop adaptable skills to bridge cultural gaps and succeed in international interactions. It's a great way to also learn the power of culture, a pretty awesome feature all around.

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Expanding Internationally

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Essential Reading for Business Professionals

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A Great Overview of Global Business

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Great for Business Growth

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