Europe's Auto Industry
Drawing on the analytical approaches of global production networks, global value chains, and spatial divisions of labor, this book investigates the changing automotive industry in Europe. Petr Pavl穩nek is a leading scholar of the automotive industry and here he focuses on its restructuring and geographic reorganization since the early 1990s to analyze the driving forces and regional development effects of these changes. Pavl穩nek explains the spatial profit-seeking strategies of large automotive firms and their role in the restructuring and increasing internationalization of Europe's automotive industry through foreign direct investment. He also considers how rapid growth in eastern Europe has affected western Europe, evaluates the relative position of countries in the European automotive industry, and examines the transition to the production of electric vehicles in eastern Europe. Europe's Auto Industry features original data along with concepts and methods that may be applied in economic geography, economics, industrial sociology and development studies.
Essentials of Leadership in Africa
This concise overview of the theories and practice of leadership in the African context is the first of its kind. Essentials of Leadership in Africa introduces leadership as an art and science to inspire confidence and support among the people who need to achieve common organisational goals.
International Management Behavior
Rigorously revised, the ninth edition of this successful, established textbook is ideal for current and future global leaders who want to lead international businesses sustainably and with impact. Combining a wealth of theoretical knowledge with real-world situations from diverse cultures, countries and industries, the book brings key concepts to life, while offering tools and strategies for putting them into practice. Reflecting global trends, this new edition features a greater focus on culture, virtual teams, leadership paradoxes, digital transformations, and a mindset-centered approach to dynamic change. All-new examples and cases contribute to bringing the book completely up to date, while reflection questions and a rich suite of online teaching resources (including suggested student exercises and classroom activities, teaching notes, further resources, and access to Aperian Globesmart), make this an essential tool for developing mindful, global leaders.
Global Leadership Literacy
'Global Leadership Literacy' provides an invaluable reference point, to understand how cultural differences impact upon leadership styles and practices. This new issue of our ongoing global leadership series presents country-specific analyses of culturally endorsed leadership practices and styles in the countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Chile, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Greece, Nigeria, Paraguay, Philippines, Sierra Leone, Suriname and Syria. This publication contains contributions from around 150 researchers from 41 countries who participated in the Cross-Cultural & Global Business Skills electives offered by the Part-time Academy of the Faculty of Business and Economics at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.
Environmental psychology in applied economics
This book mainly focuses on environmental psychology and applied economics in order to explore interdisciplinary deep integration. The representative research includes the following studies: (1) The impact of Foreign Direct Investment on environmental pollution from the perspective of environmental psychology; (2) The impact of China's Foreign Direct Investment on carbon emissions in economies along the "Belt and Road" considering environmental psychology; (3) The impact of the "Belt and Road" initiative on the technological complexity of exports from the perspective of economic psychology; (4) The analysis of the environmental effectiveness of the venture capital effect from an environmental psychology perspective; (5) Quantitative relationship between financial openness and income inequality from the perspective of economic psychology; (6) The analysis of the relationship between international diversification strategy and performance of Chinese internet enterprises from the perspective of economic psychology.
Business Success in Africa
This edited book combines academic and managerial insights on achieving business success in Sub-Saharan African markets. It offers a holistic view of business in Africa by addressing key elements of a business model. After a part that presents situational analyses of the business environment companies encounter in Africa, the book delves into the operational analysis. Each section is introduced by a conceptual chapter written by academics to set the stage and provide an overview of the pertinent issues for the subject matter in Africa. Subsequent chapters written by managers offer in-depth insights into some of the specific issues, challenges, and actions companies engage in while doing business in Africa. The sections cover market entry forms, sales, marketing and distribution, supply chain and logistics, as well as leadership, human resources and financing. The book brings together the European and the African perspectives as operational business issues are equally relevant for all companies. The authors come from a wide range of countries, from the USA to Europe and Africa, and cover a multitude of industries. The book is appropriate for both European and African practitioners and scholars.
Impact of Radio's Fight Against Cyber Fraud Among Youths
This study examines the role of Radio Benue's Security Watch program in combating cybercrime, with a focus on internet fraud in Makurdi metropolis, Nigeria. It highlights how radio programs can serve as a powerful medium for raising awareness, influencing public behavior, and encouraging collective action against cybercrime. Utilizing survey data, the research reveals the effectiveness of radio in disseminating information, forming public opinion, and promoting behavioral change among youths. Findings show that Security Watch significantly impacts listeners' attitudes toward cybercrime, fostering a culture of vigilance and responsibility. However, the study identifies challenges, such as limited funding, outdated equipment, and restricted broadcast reach, which hinder the program's full potential. Recommendations include increased investment in broadcasting resources, innovative programming, and collaborative efforts with local authorities to enhance the fight against cybercrime.
Application of psychology to economics and teaching
This book mainly focuses on the application of psychology to applied economics and teaching practice. Representative cases include the following studies: (1) Exploring the Impact of the Escalation of Sino-US Trade Friction on China's Soybean Imports from the Perspective of Investor's Psychological Anxiety; (2) The Impact of Digital Financial Inclusion on Female Employment in China: From the Perspective of Solving the Employment Dilemma and Realizing Psychological Happiness; (3) Empirical Analysis of Infrastructure Construction on Export Performance of Trade in Services under the Belt and Road Initiative Considering Psychological Needs and Happiness Levels; (4) A New Research Framework of International Development of Strategic Emerging Industries considering Residents' Happiness and Psychological Analysis of Decision Makers; (5) Directors' and Executives' Liability Insurance and Investment Efficiency: A Study Based on Managers' Psychological Anxiety and Management Defense Theory; (6) The Impact of Online Teaching on Students' Mental Health State and Happiness of Promoting Teaching and Learning.
The European Union
It is often said that the European Union is a sui generis institutional construction, of course it is, but this statement does little to help us understand a reality that is extremely complex. For those who will live and lead the Europe and the world of the next decade, it is a useful lesson to remember that, despite changes and technological advances, the human soul remains similar in its best and worst aspects to that of the classical Athenians. For those who will live and lead the Europe and the world of the next decade it is a useful lesson to remember that, despite technological changes and advances, the human soul remains similar in its best and worst aspects to that of the classical Athenians.
Emerging Issues in Contemporary African Economies
How have the events of the twenty-first century shaped African economies and societies? In this book, Steve Onyeiwu highlights the dynamics, challenges, and opportunities in African economies. He analyzes the socioeconomic and political conditions in Africa, with emphasis on events of the past two decades. Onyeiwu notes that African economies change virtually every minute, and it's imperative to ensure the information presented is current and accurate. Climate change and the explosion of the youth population have assumed new dimensions, prompting analysts to ponder their implications for the future of African economies. Other significant changes include COVID-19 and recent apprehension about the resilience of democracy throughout the region. The author addresses these complex topics and explains how the skepticism about the endurance of democracy is fueled by economic anxiety, political violence, coup d'矇tats and protests in many parts of Africa. The book includes recent data on key variables and events in the region. In addition to undertaking thorough revisions of the 10 chapters from the first edition, this new edition includes three new chapters on population and youth, COVID-19, and climate change.
The Art of Wave Analysis in Trading
The first thing that needs to be mentioned when talking about wave analysis in trading is that we have Elliott waves and we have cycle waves. Elliott waves have a three-wave structure but are part of a cycle. Cycle waves are classic in one-directional markets, but in these situations, wave analysis can be applied to identify points of entering the market and placing orders, where the loss is as small as possible, and the profit is as large as possible. Profitable trading. The wave analysis that we need is completely different from all kinds of trading tools. It is not a lagging signal but a coherent mode that is part of the market behavior.In order to apply Elliott rules now, I have to specify the model in which all the rules of the waves have been taken. It is located in the final pattern. Understand and apply for trading and learn how to do it easily. The cycle waves in a one-directional (up or down) market used in trading are the rules of a wave break. These rules are affordable for reporting trading signals based on classic technical analysis and key opportunities in market entrances to reduce trading losses.
Starting and Managing an Import/Export Business
In an increasingly global economy, owners of small- and medium-sized businesses are discovering that foreign markets are becoming critical for the growth of their companies and profits. But, to survive and compete effectively in the vast and increasingly complex world market, owners must be armed with a thorough knowledge of import/export strategies and operations.This book takes novice and seasoned business owners alike on the journey from domestic to international. Owners will learn valuable skill sets, including how to: - Assess company readiness to import/export - Create an import/export business plan - Understand the basics of international trade compliance - Evaluate payment methods and financing options - Identify and promote products using trade leads - Appraise distribution and shipping options - Recognize documentation and insurance requirementsStarting and Managing an Import/Export Business takes you through these topics and more in a stepwise approach that will give you the confidence to enter the global marketplace without fear of the unknown.
Starting and Managing an Import/Export Business
In an increasingly global economy, owners of small- and medium-sized businesses are discovering that foreign markets are becoming critical for the growth of their companies and profits. But, to survive and compete effectively in the vast and increasingly complex world market, owners must be armed with a thorough knowledge of import/export strategies and operations.This book takes novice and seasoned business owners alike on the journey from domestic to international. Owners will learn valuable skill sets, including how to: - Assess company readiness to import/export - Create an import/export business plan - Understand the basics of international trade compliance - Evaluate payment methods and financing options - Identify and promote products using trade leads - Appraise distribution and shipping options - Recognize documentation and insurance requirementsStarting and Managing an Import/Export Business takes you through these topics and more in a stepwise approach that will give you the confidence to enter the global marketplace without fear of the unknown.
Currency Crises and External Financial Fragility
This paper has two main objectives. The first is to develop an interpretation based on Minsky's financial fragility hypothesis of the process that generates currency crises and their determinants. To this end, the author's ideas are adapted to an open economy. It is proposed that the deterioration of an economy's external financial structure is the factor responsible for increasing its degree of external fragility and its susceptibility to currency crises. Based on this interpretation, external fragility indicators are constructed to measure an economy's propensity to suffer a currency crisis. The second objective of this study is to evaluate the evolution of the Brazilian economy's external fragility between 1999 and 2013. This task is carried out by applying the indicators and interpretation developed in the first part of the paper to that country. The results suggest that Brazil's external fragility underwent a gradual and significant reduction during the period studied.
Georgia Exports and Value Chain Study
Analyzing how Georgia can diversify its exports, this report shows how it could potentially ramp up its pharmaceutical, apparel, jewelry, and almond exports, and assesses how an effective export strategy would drive more resilient economic growth. Based on stakeholder interviews, it considers the trends, value chains, and opportunities for each of the high potential sectors and explores how Georgia can leverage its location, favorable business environment, and free-trade agreements. Emphasizing the need for greater innovation and strong government support, it recommends taking a "Team Georgia" approach that centers on building an ecosystem to improve export promotion, increase target market access, and support exporters.
Transnational Management
Transnational Management provides an integrated conceptual framework to guide students and instructors through the challenges facing enterprises operating in today's complex worldwide environment. Through text narrative and cases, the authors skillfully examine the development of strategy, organizational capabilities and management roles, and responsibilities for managing effectively across national boundaries. The key concepts are developed in eight chapters supplemented by practical case studies from world-leading case writers. All chapters have been revised and updated for this ninth edition to reflect the latest thinking in transnational management while retaining the book's strong integrated conceptual framework. Nineteen new cases have been added and thirteen classics are retained. Recommended academic and practitioner readings have been updated for each chapter. A full range of online support materials include detailed case teaching notes, comprehensive lecture slides and a test bank. Suitable for MBA, executive education, and senior undergraduate students studying courses such as international management, international business or global strategy.
Impact of public infrastructure on economic growth
Infrastructure and its effects on both economic development and regional integration are a key concern for decision-makers and stakeholders at local, national and regional levels, in industrialized countries and even more so in developing economies. However, the effects of infrastructure on economic variables are not always identifiable, and vary according to the type of infrastructure, the economic sectors and the economic level of the region affected by the investment. Based essentially on the theoretical results of endogenous growth models (Barro, 1990) and using a three-equation simultaneous model that takes into account the interdependence of explained variables (Duffy-Deno and Eberts method, 1991), our results highlight a positive causality between public infrastructure and growth in regional per capita income. Hence, public spending on infrastructure remains a proven source of economic growth within ECOWAS. In turn, per capita income is an important determinant of public infrastructure development.
China, Brazil and Petroleum
This book explores how China-Brazil relations have been impacted by the oil-related bilateral trade, investments, infrastructure projects and financing - an increasingly consequential aspect of Sino-Brazilian relations, which sheds light on China's energy security concerns and its relationship with oil-rich countries more generally. This book depicts in detail how China's quest for petroleum has been helping Brazil become an oil power. Written by a Brazilian career diplomat that completed a PhD in Mandarin on the topic of this publication and whose insights into Chinese economics, politics and energy policies are deep, this book will interest scholars, diplomats, economists and professionals in the oil sector.
Management Research, International Business, and National Culture
This book explains in detail why the measures developed by Hofstede and GLOBE are of dubious validity and why they should be viewed with caution by those looking for answers to the complex questions of culture.
Mangaddicts: French Teenagers and Manga Reading
How do teenagers learn to read and appreciate manga? How is manga embedded in their cultural practices and daily lives? This book, based on interviews with French teenagers, analyzes how their tastes and reading habits are built and expressed.
Effects of Rules of Origin on Mozambique's IC in the context of SADC
This work is the result of the author's concern with the phenomenon of regional integration in SADC, which has been widely publicized but little studied, and was the culminating work for the author's degree course. Although there was a lot of talk about SADC regional integration between 2006 and 2008, with a lot of optimism about the process and in particular about joining the Free Trade Area, the Rules of Origin were ignored to the point of being unknown by most of the main players. However, in the context of regional integration such as SADC, and in the phases preceding the Customs Union, the Rules of Origin are an important instrument for regulating trade, as they determine which products enjoy tariff and non-tariff benefits. For this reason, and to the extent that the SADC's progressive Regional Integration project is still at a standstill in the Free Trade Area, the effects of the Rules of Origin continue to be felt in Mozambique's trade with the region, which makes their further study relevant.
Freight Broker & Trucking Business Startup
Become Part of a Champion Industry that Overpowers Even the Toughest Economic Crises. Take a minute of your time, and look around you. Notice the furniture, gadgets, books, and all the other stuff you have lying around your home or office. Chances are, the majority of those items came to you by truck. E-commerce has changed the way we buy and sell things, especially in the light of current global events. This, in turn, has created a huge, global demand for transport carriers, especially motor carriers. The trucking industry has been flourishing and growing for some time now, and it will continue to do so, according to a market research report from Technavio. They predict that the global market size will reach an impressive $41.47 billion by 2024. This extremely favorable forecast provides a fantastic opportunity for those who wish to become a part of this lucrative industry. Large trucking companies own a significant portion of that cake, but a huge amount of transport in the US is handled by freight brokers.In fact, the demand for these cargo intermediaries has risen exponentially throughout 2020, and market analysis shows that this is the perfect time to break into a freight industry. But there is a catch. Many have already recognized this amazing opportunity, and the number of independent freight brokers is increasing. Luckily, the market is so huge that there's enough room for more, but competition is a factor that needs to be considered. This is why those who are considering to venture into the freight broker industry need to tread carefully, and take certain steps to ensure not only a great start to their business, but the potential to grow and expand.
Trucking Business Startup
How to build a trucking business from scratch, even if you have zero business backgroundWith the surge of online shopping all over the world, the logistics and warehousing industries are more in demand than ever.Trucking is an essential part of this supply chain, accounting for over 70% of all freight transported in the United States and worth over $700 billion.Do you want to get a piece of this incredibly gigantic pie, even if you don't have hundreds of dollars to invest? Actually, you can.Starting your own trucking company doesn't have to be something reserved for major corporations with bottomless wallets.Even an ordinary individual like you can start a trucking business in just 30 days with some guts, determination, creative thinking, and the help of this straightforward guide to starting your own trucking company.In Trucking Business Startup 2021, you will discover: The best way to get regular customers for your business without having to give any commissionHow to negotiate higher rates on your loads without employing sneaky tactics by using these easy-to-implement strategiesThe first thing you should do before choosing a truck so you don't end up with half-empty trucks8 common reasons why trucking businesses fail within the first year, and how to make sure you're not one of themWhat to look for on a load board that will get you better deals and more bargaining powerA little-known trick to save money on fuel that goes against common sense thinking, but will benefit you in the long runUp-to-date information on the applicable laws and regulations that you need to comply with before you startIf you don't want to miss out on the profits from a $700 billion-dollar (and growing!) industry, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
Problems and potential future benefits of the EU - Georgia free trade
This book delves into the evolving relationship between Georgia and the European Union, focusing on developments up to 2023. The grant of EU candidate status to Georgia in December 2023 was a key milestone. Yet, internal challenges, including a controversial foreign agent law, have cast uncertainty on its path to full membership.The Association Agreement with the EU is expected to bring significant economic benefits, such as improved export opportunities and the growth of joint ventures. However, obstacles like financial constraints, competition, and infrastructural issues must be addressed through effective coordination and support systems.While Georgia's exports to the EU have seen a modest increase, the country has yet to undergo a structural economic transformation. Emphasizing industrialisation over-dependence on tourism and foreign direct investment is crucial for long-term growth.Georgia's rich history of EU engagement places it at a pivotal juncture, ready to leverage its proximity to the EU for modernisation and economic advancement. This examination provides insights into navigating the complexities of EU integration and unlocking future opportunities for Georgia.
Global Mindset and International Business
This book presents an analysis of current global mindset knowledge and explores how national culture and international business behaviors affect global mindset development in business process outsourcing organizations, in both managerial and non-managerial groups.
Freedom in Sigmund FREUD's Psychoanalysis
Today's preoccupation with the problem of freedom via disorders, psychic traumas and hysterical symptoms in the subject, due to civilization based on the repression and renunciation of one's own nature, calls for a mutation based on the reading of Sigmund Freud. So, in order to remedy this crisis in modern society, which inevitably affects the individual's psychic personality given that it is a modern society based on ontological separation that makes the subject's nature ambiguous, we are invited, individually and collectively, to better discover Sigmund Freud's foundation of freedom. This rediscovery of man and the basis of his freedom in the light of psychoanalysis will help us to better appreciate modern currents of thought. For this reason, freedom in Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis is a major issue. The thesis presents a rational methodology for the conception of freedom applied to Sigmund Freud's theory of psychoanalysis.
Corporate Culture and Globalization
This book offers an ethnographic analysis of how corporate culture has been transformed in the age of globalization and promotes the importance of a national ideology's role in corporate culture studies. It examines the formation, dissemination, and interpretation of corporate ideology at a global Japanese fashion retailer in Hong Kong.
Israel and the World Economy
A rigorous analysis of the role played by globalization in key episodes in the development of the Israeli economy, from hyperinflation crisis to high-tech surge. Anti-globalization sentiments are rising, especially in Europe and the United States, with the increasingly integrated global economy blamed for domestic economic distress. In this book, Assaf Razin argues that Israel offers a counterexample to this view, showing decisively positive economic effects of globalized finance, trade, and immigration. He offers a rigorous analysis of the role played by globalization in key episodes in the remarkable development of the Israeli economy. His findings may hold lessons for productivity-challenged advanced economies as well as for other countries such as China currently making the transition to fully developed economies. Razin examines the wave of immigration after the collapse of the Soviet Union, as highly skilled Soviet Jews migrated to Israel and the effect on income inequality; the Great Moderation of inflation and employment in advanced economies, as Israel's inflation converged in parallel with low world inflation rates; Israel's robustness in the face of the deflation shocks of the 2008 financial crisis; and technology transmission through foreign direct investment, reinforcing Israel's high-tech sector surge. He also considers such ongoing challenges as high fertility and low labor market participation and the economic costs of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Freight Broker & Trucking Business Startup
Become Part of a Champion Industry that Overpowers Even the Toughest Economic Crises. Take a minute of your time, and look around you. Notice the furniture, gadgets, books, and all the other stuff you have lying around your home or office. Chances are, the majority of those items came to you by truck. E-commerce has changed the way we buy and sell things, especially in the light of current global events. This, in turn, has created a huge, global demand for transport carriers, especially motor carriers. The trucking industry has been flourishing and growing for some time now, and it will continue to do so, according to a market research report from Technavio. They predict that the global market size will reach an impressive $41.47 billion by 2024. This extremely favorable forecast provides a fantastic opportunity for those who wish to become a part of this lucrative industry. Large trucking companies own a significant portion of that cake, but a huge amount of transport in the US is handled by freight brokers.In fact, the demand for these cargo intermediaries has risen exponentially throughout 2020, and market analysis shows that this is the perfect time to break into a freight industry. But there is a catch. Many have already recognized this amazing opportunity, and the number of independent freight brokers is increasing. Luckily, the market is so huge that there's enough room for more, but competition is a factor that needs to be considered. This is why those who are considering to venture into the freight broker industry need to tread carefully, and take certain steps to ensure not only a great start to their business, but the potential to grow and expand.
Analysis of the internationalization process of Moroccan companies
The internationalization of service companies, particularly in the insurance sector, has become essential for conquering new markets and optimizing production. Morocco has seen a growing trend towards investment in sub-Saharan African countries, becoming a strategic direction for Moroccan companies wishing to expand internationally. This paper aims to understand the internationalization process of Wafa Assurance and Sanlam Assurance in the Senegalese market.
CRM Approaches used by Multinational & Indian Pharmaceutical Companies
CRM is a business strategy directed to understand, anticipate and respond to the needs of an enterprise's current and potential customers in order to grow the relationship value.' CRM, as defined above by authoritative sources and CRM that is witnessed in the Pharma industry today are strikingly different in their objectives, techniques, methodology and end-results. Customer centricity has long been a guiding principle for many businesses. However, it is usually limited to marketing existing products with as strong a customer focus as possible. Corporate strategy remains basically product- centered. Customers typically have a fractured view of an enterprise.Although customer centricity has been propagated for years as a guiding principle for pharma companies, product centricity still dominates their marketing, sales and service activities. Customer orientation is mostly limited to support for customers' needs during sales and after sales through customer-facing channels such as marketing, sales and service departments which are fast and accommodating but nevertheless isolated. Today's customers usually have more far-reaching requirements.
The US and EU, and the Emerging Supply Chain Network
The Global Supply Chains have evolved from simply logistical achievements to being the bedrock of the global economy. Driven by technological advances and geopolitical shifts, this transformation underscores the critical role of GSCs in shaping economic landscapes and influencing global trade dynamics. Western economies are increasingly intertwined with sectors of the Chinese economy, fueled by heavy Chinese investment in labor and R&D infrastructure. The growing gravitational pull of China's economic orbit has diminished the influence of Western economies in fostering good governance and institutional norms. China's expanding control over trading routes has also empowered it to act in ways that undermine the principles of open seas. This book addresses the entangled issues of strategic dependency and economic vulnerability requiring a multifaceted policy response: diversification of supply sources investment in domestic capabilities international cooperation to ensure a balanced and secure global economic landscape The strategic recalibration involves reducing dependency on specific geopolitical actors and enhancing the resilience and flexibility of supply chains to bear future shocks. This includes: fostering innovation incentivizing domestic industries critical for economic and national security building alliances to counterbalance the influence of geopolitical rivalsGlobal supply chains must serve both as conduits of trade and pillars of a stable, secure global order. It's as much about revitalizing domestic economic dynamism and building new alliances as it is reducing Chinese and Russian influence in the transatlantic supply chains.Niklas Swanstr繹m is the Director of the Institute for Secu-rity and Development Policy, and one of its co-founders. Fredrik Erixon is the Director of the European Centre for International Political Econ-omy (ECIPE) ever since its start in 2006. Mrittika Guha Sarkar is at the American University, Washington DC.
Sanctioning Russia's Central Bank
The escalating use of sanctions as a geopolitical tool has dramatically reshaped the global economic landscape. The unprecedented freezing of Russia's central bank assets by Western powers marks a watershed moment, signaling a new era of financial weaponization. This shift has triggered a cascade of consequences, including diversifying central bank reserves away from Western currencies and heightened uncertainty for multinational enterprises operating in an increasingly politicized global marketplace.The book delves into the complex interplay of geopolitics and economics, examining the far-reaching implications of these sanctions. It highlights the challenges businesses face navigating a volatile environment characterized by unpredictable political interventions. The book emphasizes robust risk management strategies, adaptability, and intelligence gathering to mitigate risks. Ultimately, it underscores the imperative for businesses to develop a resilient approach to operating in a world where the lines between economics and geopolitics are increasingly blurred.
AfCFTA
Africa's food insecurity, despite vast arable land, is worsened by over-reliance on food imports. The book explores AfCFTA's potential to boost intra-African trade, reduce poverty, and foster economic growth. It investigates why previous regional economic communities failed and identifies subtle barriers hindering AfCFTA implementation. The study highlights the need to address economic policy inconsistencies, external influence, poor leadership, and conflicts to unlock AfCFTA's full potential. Promoting entrepreneurship is crucial for job creation and reducing import dependency. The book offers practical guidance for African governments to avoid past mistakes and create a conducive business environment for African entrepreneurs.
North-South cooperation and its impact on developing countries
North-South cooperation is seen more as development aid than as international cooperation between two partners in the true sense of the term, because the lack of equality of power between the two parties creates a kind of imbalance in the general characteristics of cooperation. Donors must try to make aid more effective by becoming more selective in their choice of beneficiaries, encouraging greater participation by beneficiaries in the design and implementation of programmes, establishing closer coordination between them and adopting results-based programme management. It is too early to judge the effectiveness of these changes, which will probably influence aid programmes for some time to come. The concept of development appears to be more encompassing than that of growth, in that it implies growth, but beyond that, emphasises the satisfaction of basic needs, the reduction of inequalities, unemployment and poverty. Development cannot take place without growth, but 'growth without development' is conceivable for some.
Aid and Economic Development in the Central African Republic
The aim of this study is to assess the effect of official aid on economic development in CAR over the period 1990-2017. We began by highlighting the effect of official development assistance on economic growth in CAR using an ARDL model. We then determined the effect of official development assistance on inequality in CAR using a second-order Vector Autoregressive model. The results obtained from World Bank and SWIID data suggest that official development assistance contributes to economic growth in CAR in the long term. However, it contributes to exacerbating inequalities. These findings therefore call on the authorities to combine aid programmes with genuine redistribution policies, in particular investment in social services such as education and health. They should also place particular emphasis on institutional quality, including the fight against corruption.
Fundamentals of Digital Market
"Fundamentals of Digital Market" is crafted to provide a thorough introduction to the core principles and practices that define digital marketing today. As businesses navigate an increasingly digital world, mastering online marketing techniques is essential for growth and competitiveness.This book covers crucial topics such as search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, content strategy, email campaigns, and data analytics.Aimed at students, professionals, and entrepreneurs, this book bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications. It offers actionable insights, best practices, and real-world examples to help readers design and implement effective digital marketing strategies. By understanding these fundamentals, readers will be equipped to engage audiences, drive traffic, and achieve measurable results in the digital landscape."Fundamentals of Digital Market" is your guide to unlocking the potential of digital marketing, providing the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in the modern marketplace.
Leadership Luminaries
'Leadership Luminaries' provides an invaluable reference point to understand how cultural differences impact upon leadership styles and practices. This new issue of our ongoing global leadership series presents country-specific analyses of culturally endorsed leadership practices and styles in the countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Cura癟ao, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Emirates, Germany, Gibraltar, Great Britain, India, Nepal, Portugal, Romania and Ukraine. This publication contains contributions from around 140 researchers from 38 countries who participated in the Cross-Cultural & Global Business Skills electives offered by the Part-time Academy of the Faculty of Business and Economics at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.
Digitalization and Asia-Pacific Business Models
Owing to the convergence of multiple cultures coupled with the unprecedented rapid development in the decades since the late 1990s, the value creation and innovation logic of Asia-Pacific business models (BMs) has been constantly altered by cultural heterogeneity. As a result, a more complex and diverse landscape relative to Western developed economy BMs evolved. Moreover, the digitalization has fundamentally changed the way people do business, which has promoted a new wave of BM evolution. Unlike a typical linear mode of innovation driven by market demands in many Western cultures, a large number of entrepreneurial enterprises from the Asia-Pacific with eastern religions and philosophies have tended to adopt unconventional, culturally grounded strategies of value creation and innovation in their BMs. However, it is difficult to find a Western equivalent to the value-creating route that embodies the humanitarian spirit of Confucianism accommodating simultaneously social and economic values to accelerate innovation during internationalization in existing literatures. This book offers a more holistic picture and contemporary interpretation for identifying and characterizing the unorthodox innovation patterns and the perplexing value-creating logic of Asia-Pacific BMs at the crossroads of diverse cultures. It was originally published as a special issue of the Asia Pacific Business Review.This book is supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 72272136; 71988101).
Business Groups and Strategic Coopetition
Business Groups and Strategic Coopetition sheds lights on the poorly recognised problem of intra-organisational relationships within business groups by adopting the coopetition lens.
Arab-Islamic institutional dynamics
A perfect conciliator of two complementary worlds (academic & professional), this internship was initiated as part of the validation of the achievements of the Master II program in Governance and Regional Integration at the Institute of Governance, Human and Social Sciences of the Pan-African University in Yaound矇 II. It enabled us to acquire the knowledge and know-how necessary for the skills and attitudes of a practising sociologist, in a variety of fields and areas of interest. We worked on the governance of Arab-Islamic institutions and their influence on the development of African countries: the case of Cameroon as a research theme. This led us to question this governance, to identify the viability of cooperation with Arab-Islamic institutions, its irreversibility and the extent to which it is rooted in the new socio-political and economic structure of African states, not to mention the very destiny of the continent itself.This report is an excellent guide to decision-making on cooperation between African states and Arab-Islamic institutions.
Brics
Some BRICS countries have been working and preparing for their rise to power for almost forty years. They have matured their economic emergence policies and are textbook examples of completed economic emergence models. The red carpet is now being rolled out for each of these countries' Heads of State. August 24, 2023 in Johannesburg marks a turning point in the history of the BRICS. They have just accepted 06 other countries. It seems logical that the BRICS should now become BRICS+6 or COPPEE (Community of Pre-emerging and Emerging Countries), with Argentina, Ethiopia, Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates joining in January 2024. We could then reach BRICS+30 by 2050. BRICS+6 would thus represent almost 43% of the world's population, around 33% of the economy, and almost 30% of the world's territory. The face of today challenges the face of tomorrow, just as yesterday's face challenged today's face. We'll have to make do with these giants, or not. What about Africa? The only countries that stand out are Senegal, C繫te d'Ivoire, Cameroon and the DRC.
Global Giants
The global business world is characterized by a diversity of factors that vary in their breadth and influence. One of these is what is typically referred to as FDI, which stands for foreign direct investment. This book provides a rich and comprehensive analysis of foreign direct investment (FDI) flows, including relevant theory and a compilation of outstanding empirical research. It is aimed at researchers specializing in the fields of International Investments and International Economics in general.
