Accounting Fundamentals
The only guide required for Non-Finance Managers and Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners and Students! Are you frustrated by the complexities of Finance and Accounting? Do you find reading financial statements overwhelming and intimidating? As a business owner or manager, you know that finance and accounting are critical aspects of running any successful enterprise. But unfortunately, for many people, it is a complicated topic full of jargon that can be confusing and daunting. The lack of financial literacy can lead to costly mistakes, missed opportunities, and unnecessary stress. Imagine if you had a clear and concise guide that could help you easily master the basics of finance and accounting. Well, there is. This book was written to empower you with strong financial acumen so that you can make better, informed decisions in your career and business. Here are some topics you will learn about: The Principles of Finance and Accounting: Easy to grasp Accounting Principles and Financial practices to equip you with the knowledge you need to manage financial matters without frustration or confusion.Basic Financial Terms: 23 Financial terms explained in a way that anyone can understand, so you can confidently engage in conversations with any finance professional.Financial Analysis: Learn how to read a financial statement like a pro, this will enable you to analyze and gauge the financial performance of any business.Business Budgeting and Forecasting: Gain the tools and strategies needed to navigate the intricacies of business planning, create realistic budgets, and make accurate business forecasts.Don't let your lack of financial knowledge hinder your ability to grow a profitable business or build a successful career. With this book as your trusted resource, you too can build financial confidence ... in as little as 7 days! It's time to make the decision today to invest in your Financial Empowerment. Are you ready to embark on a journey toward Financial Mastery?
Bees and Spiders
Declining budgets and withdrawing military forces seem to spell a period of diminishing influence for U.S. business and government officials overseas.Not so!Bees and Spiders provides answers on how to develop real influence that does not come through massive military presence or big budgets. These answers promote the idea of influence through developing relationships. Such relationships can provide influence that lasts even when there are few military forces and little money.This influence is lasting because it is empathy-based. Bees and Spiders explains the critical nature of developing empathy, and provides usable and useful recommendations for turning simple understanding into the possibility of seeing the world from another perspective.Brian L. Steed is a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army and currently serves as an instructor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. He served in the Middle East for more than eight and a half years. During that time he was an officer in the Jordanian Army, a liaison to the Israel Defense Forces, and an advisor and analyst in Iraq, and was responsible for coordinating all training between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. He has traveled extensively to nearly every Arabic-speaking country. This book comes from a seminar series he designed and taught to help advisers, and was later used for business executives in the United Arab Emirates. His three previous books are about applied history, and military and organizational theory.
Blockchain in the Global South
This book discusses the unique and unusual characteristics of the blockchain and the industries and markets affected by this technology in the Global South. Its main objectives are to 1) provide a comprehensive review of economic, health, social, political, entrepreneurial, and environmental impacts of blockchain, 2) present evidence from countries, industries, and firms to broaden the understanding of the contexts, mechanisms, and outcomes associated with blockchain projects, and 3) analyze the enablers and opportunities that can be tapped and barriers that may impede the implementation of blockchain projects in these economies.Given that in many way blockchain has a much higher value proposition for economies in the Global South than for their counterparts in the more developed Global North, it has the potential to make up for the lack of effective formal institutions -- rules, laws, regulations, and their enforcement -- as well as improve administrative aspects, such as maintenance of standards, monitoring and compliance. This work fills a gap in scholarly research and will appeal to researchers interested in the potential of blockchain to boost entrepreneurship, reshape governance, improve supply chain efficiency, and curb corruption in emerging economies.
The Effect of Tax Burden on Economic Growth
The literature emphasises the institutional characteristics of each nation as the main explanatory factor of economic growth. There is also evidence that taxation and the efficient application of public resources positively affect the quality of life of citizens. The objective of this paper is to verify the impact of taxes on short-term economic growth and the effects of their efficient application. This paper also set out to verify whether characteristics such as inflation, public spending, interest rates and others related to the degree of freedom of private initiative, property rights, corruption and bureaucracy influence the performance of economies. The sample consisted of 219 countries in the years 2000-2016. The results suggest that excessive tax burdens and red tape negatively impact economies and that their effects are reduced in the long run by efficient public resource management. They also indicate that the effects of ownership, economic freedom and interest rates are positive on growth and quality of life in the long run.
Bees and Spiders
Declining budgets and withdrawing military forces seem to spell a period of diminishing influence for U.S. business and government officials overseas.Not so!Bees and Spiders provides answers on how to develop real influence that does not come through massive military presence or big budgets. These answers promote the idea of influence through developing relationships. Such relationships can provide influence that lasts even when there are few military forces and little money.This influence is lasting because it is empathy-based. Bees and Spiders explains the critical nature of developing empathy, and provides usable and useful recommendations for turning simple understanding into the possibility of seeing the world from another perspective.Brian L. Steed is a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army and currently serves as an instructor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. He served in the Middle East for more than eight and a half years. During that time he was an officer in the Jordanian Army, a liaison to the Israel Defense Forces, and an advisor and analyst in Iraq, and was responsible for coordinating all training between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. He has traveled extensively to nearly every Arabic-speaking country. This book comes from a seminar series he designed and taught to help advisers, and was later used for business executives in the United Arab Emirates. His three previous books are about applied history, and military and organizational theory.
Disruptive Technologies in International Business
New technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), etc. are redefining business processes around the world at a rapid rate and resulting in both great opportunities and challenges for businesses. Though these technologies are extensively being used in developed countries, emerging economies are also not far behind. Disruptive Technologies in International Business advances the understanding of technological applications in business within an international paradigm. With its in-depth discussions of diverse topics such as the global value chain (GVC), environmental risk management, IoT, Surface Mobility, and anime, the book argues that technologies offer many advantages but there are accompanying risks, challenges, and disadvantages as well. The need of the hour is to address the impact of these technologies on the environment, society, and economy of the world. This book offers a collage of insights on how these technologies can potentially change the playing field in businesses and countries and contribute to the betterment of society. This book will provide business practitioners, international organizations, government officials, and policy makers with inspiration and new leads toward more efficient systems, policies, and operational frameworks in our increasingly technology-driven society.
World’s Money
From Simon & Schuster, The World's Money is Michael Moffitt's exploration to international banking from Bretton Woods to the brink of insolvency. For any reader looking to understand our banking system and its many failings, The World's Money is a must read and, despite, its publication date, its principles remain as relevant today as they did 30 years ago.
Korean Wave in South Asia
This book is a systematic investigation of Korean cultural wave in South Asia, discovering and analysing the dynamics of fandom, mechanism of media industry and growing phenomena of Korean culture in this part of the world. This is one of the very first academic volumes in South Asia that examines cultural politics, language and literatures of Korea in a regional location when there might be some on examining the political and diplomatic relations divorced from socio-cultural interactions. It focuses on three major aspects: identity formation in the age of digital culture, fandom and aspiration in the wake of subculture, and transcultural flow in South Asia. Through these thematic indicators and empirical instances the volume explores the modes of transcultural flow vis a via the global cultural flow. The patterns and processes of identity construction transformed among the teenagers and youths in the realm of digital media and embodying the Korean cultural elements. The book will contribute in the area of media and cultural studies, global culture and politics, arts and humanities, social sciences and area studies.Chapter 1 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Crunching the Numbers
Crunching the Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Small Business Taxes in the USA is an essential resource for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking clarity and confidence in managing their tax obligations in the United States. This comprehensive book provides a step-by-step roadmap to navigate the intricate world of small business taxes with ease and efficiency.Written in a clear and accessible style, this guide demystifies the complexities of small business taxation, ensuring that readers understand the fundamental concepts and legal requirements involved. From understanding different tax entities to maximizing deductions and credits, this book covers every essential aspect of small business tax management.Crunching the Numbers goes beyond theoretical explanations and provides practical insights and expert advice to help readers optimize their tax planning and compliance strategies. It explores the various tax obligations and considerations specific to small businesses, ensuring that readers are equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions and maximize their tax benefits.With detailed explanations, real-world examples, and easy-to-follow instructions, this guide walks readers through the process of preparing and filing small business taxes. It covers key topics such as recordkeeping, estimated taxes, payroll taxes, sales tax, and self-employment taxes. Additionally, it addresses important tax considerations for specific industries and provides guidance on avoiding common pitfalls and IRS scrutiny.Whether you are starting a new small business or already managing one, Crunching the Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Small Business Taxes in the USA equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex landscape of small business taxes. By providing valuable insights and practical advice, this book serves as a trusted companion on your journey to effectively manage your tax obligations and optimize your business finances.Gain control over your small business taxes and make informed decisions with confidence. Let Crunching the Numbers be your comprehensive guide, ensuring that you have the essential knowledge and resources to navigate the intricacies of small business taxes in the USA.
Handbook of Risk Adjusted Single Payment Present Worth (RASPPW) Factors
In dynamic investment calculations it is necessary to discount cash flows that lie in the future. In many cases default risks have to be taken into account. These should also be included in the valuation. The author's personal experience in the subject led to the tables of Risk Adjusted Single Payment Present Worth (RASPPW) Factors. It is one of the simplest ways of risk-adjusted present value calculation. For negative and positive interest rates, different probabilities of default, and periods up to 40 years this handbook contains the Risk Adjusted Single Payment Present Worth (RASPPW) Factors. The cash flow is simply multiplied by the appropriate PV factor (depending on probability of default, interest rate and time). A very good aid in study and practice, for the calculation and control of risk-adjusted present values.
The Decline of Western Society
The western world is a mess right now. There are massive problems with the global economy, radical polarization is tearing people and societies apart, and it is increasingly harder for an individual to survive in these conditions that are harsher than we have seen in many decades. More than that, mere survival is not enough for many who want to make it to the top despite all this happening around them. Explore what lies behind the problems people in the western countries are facing today, and how to not let these phenomena hinder your life. Whether it is skills, money, fame, or knowledge you want, look no further, and start here.
Introduction to public policy evaluation
The book that we have the honour of submitting to the kind attention of our readers has the following main objectives: - to make our contribution to the scientific debate on the understanding of issues relating to the concepts and evaluation of public policies; - to provide the general public with a tool for explaining and popularising the basic concepts relating to public policies; - to help highlight the need to take account of sectoral specificities when evaluating public policies. Its content reviews the sensitive contours of the public policy issue (i); proposes a conceptual inventory of public innovation policies (ii); examines the singularities of public innovation policies with regard to digital technology (iii); and, discusses the conditions of specific applicability to information technologies of the instruments for evaluating public innovation policies (iiii).
The Application of China's Content Control Rules Over Standard Business Terms in Business to Business Contracts
China has established a uniform set of rules concerning content control of standard business terms, to which both B2B and B2C contracts are subject. How do the Chinese rules for the judicial review of the content of standard business terms, contained in the Chinese Civil Code, apply to B2B contracts? The issue of standard business terms in B2B contracts between Internet platforms and enterprises has received widespread attention in China. Chinese courts have to respond to the question of the validity of B2B contract standard business terms under private law. In this book, the goal of the author is to propose a justifiable and feasible solution for the application of uniform content control rules to B2B contracts. The author aims to analyze the judicial review paths adopted by Chinese judicial rulings on the standard business terms of B2B contracts. On this basis, the author will strike a balance between respecting business freedom and protecting the rights and interests of the contracting party facing standard business terms in the differentiated application of the uniform content control rules.
New Trade Strategy for the World Economy
Originally published in 1969, the studies in tis volume deal with the proposal for a multilateral free trade association initiated by North Atlantic countries in the 1960s. Written at a time of protectionism in the USA, policy problems in the EEC and debates over Britain's role within it, as well as discussions about tariff preferences mean that many of the themes in this volume remain as pertinent today as when the book was first published. As editor of the volume, Harry G. Johnson drew together the threads of a global concept that was commanding increasing attention around the world.
Business & Marketing Across Cultures
In an increasingly interconnected and global business environment, it is crucial that businesses recognise how a better understanding of cultural differences can help to foster greater business success. This book will help you to develop essential cross-cultural insights for when business and marketing goes global through a range of frameworks and learning features. The authors explore the roles of culture, communication, language, interactions, decision-making, market entry and business planning when working across geographical regions. They recognise the rich diversity in international markets and local consumer knowledge and marketing practices. Readers are encouraged to engage in cultural self-reflection to help better design and implement business strategies in local markets. Throughout, the book links to the x-culture learning project, which is an experiential multicultural exercise and form of student assessment where collaborative virtual teams are formed and together solve real world international business problems. This is an essential textbook for university and college students of international and cross-cultural marketing as well as international and intercultural business. It will also be of interest to business and marketing practitioners working in global contexts. Julie Anne Lee is a Winthrop Professor in Marketing and the Director of Research and Research Training in the Business School at The University of Western Australia. Jean-Claude Usunier is an Emeritus Professor from the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. Vasyl Taras is a Professor in the Bryan School of Business and Economics, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA.
Genoese Entrepreneurship and the Asiento Slave Trade, 1650-1700
This book explains how Genoese entrepreneurs transformed the structures of global trade during the second half of the seventeenth century. The author reconstructs the business network built by the Genoese merchant Domenico Grillo between the 1650s and the 1680s. Grillo's business interests stretched from the Mediterranean to Pacific South America, traversing and joining the Spanish, Dutch, and English Atlantics. He and his associates created a new business model that was to be emulated by Dutch, French, and English traders in subsequent decades: the monopolistic asientos for the exploitation of the trans-imperial and intra-American slave trade to Spanish America. Offering a connected history of capitalism across trans-continental geographies and different empires, this book challenges established views of a period which has traditionally been interrogated from a northern European mercantile perspective. Cutting across the histories of the slave trade in the Atlantic world, early modern capitalism, and early modern empire, this study has much to offer to students and scholars interested in the agents, economic practices, and geographies of trade that do not easily fit into and therefore disrupt the traditional narratives of the Rise of the West.Chapter 6 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license available at http: //www.taylorfrancis.com
Internationalisation and Strategic Control
This book is a study of the emergence of international business. It immerses itself in the topic of how companies can control income-generating assets in foreign countries, the key element often used to define a multinational enterprise, and propounds the notion that control of crucial dispositions by foreign companies can be achieved by other means than direct foreign investment - cash flow and portfolio ownership. Internationalisation and Strategic Control analyses the extent to which a firm can control the investments of foreign companies in the field of supply and maintenance of production machinery. It achieves this through a case study of how F.L. Smidth & Co., global leaders in providing technology for the cement industry since the 1890s, managed to achieve a vital influence over, and control of, cement-producing companies in Asia in the period 1890-1938. The study examines how this strategy was promoted by some internal and external factors and circumstances, and hindered by others. In highlighting strategic tools and initiatives other than cash flow and portfolio ownership, the book applies concepts taken from a broad range of research fields covering social science, cultural analysis, micro history, Actor-Network-Theory and industrial archaeology. It will be of interest to researchers, academics, and students in the fields of international business, business history and globalisation.
Industrial Unrest in the Ready-Made-Garment Sector in Bangladesh
Seminar paper from the year 2019 in the subject Economics - International Economic Relations, language: English, abstract: The research objectives of this paper are to explore the intersection of labor relations and environmental sustainability in the garment industry and to investigate labor unrest in the garment sector, but instead of simply cataloging the problems faced by workers, this paper chooses to focus on potential solutions. To do this, interviews were conducted with workers, factory owners, and labor advocates to understand the root causes of labor unrest and identify strategies that have been effective in improving working conditions and labor-management relations One of the global industries with the highest labor costs is clothing. Due to the industry's low adoption of technology, it is also the sector in Bangladesh with the highest manpower requirements. More than 4 million people are employed in this sector, which is the foundation of our export-driven economy, according to BSR. Being an integral part of the industry, laborers deserve to get higher consideration from the manufacturers. Unfortunately, the manufacturers can't take their matters into priority: resulting in present unrest. In the RMG industry, labor unrest is the most often discussed topic. The recent confrontations between law enforcement and workers have brought about a significant problem and upset the tranquil environment in the sector. The regions with the biggest disturbances were Ashulia and Tejgaon. Conflicts erupted as a result of worker strikes, and they quickly spread to the other garment zones like an infection. The workers demonstrated on the streets, picketed, lay siege on either the officers or the factory managers of the factories to express their grievances and demand higher wages and better job facilities. Manipulations and exploitations of all sorts must come to an end. Any action, which may disturb the working environment or by any chance should be settled fast b
Dropshipping
You see, i've come to realize that success leaves a trail, and the entrepreneurs that go on to build successful online businesses simply follow the trails left by others who came before them. It's that simple.Regardless of whether you have the knowledge, skills, or not, if you have the discipline to follow a set of rules and principles, you will dramatically increase your chance of being successful in any business venture. The topics featured in this book include: The correct budget you need for start dropshipping business, without losing a pennyHow to find the best niches and the winning products to list on your shopify and online storeHow to set up a payment system and stay away from being scammedThe order fulfillment process in the details. If you won't follow these steps, the entire business will collapseHow to maintain the best supplier relations for the best dealsThe different sales channels for your dropshipping store and how to leverage themIn addition to providing you with the opportunity to make a dime, dropshipping allows you to reap from what the internet can be provide you in terms of marketing tools and online outreach. After reading this book, concepts regarding how to start a dropshipping business through platforms such as shopify and amazon, as well as concepts pertaining to online marketing in general, will feel wholly familiar. Do yourself a favor and download this book right now.
Cultural differences between Germany and China in Corporations. A case study of Bayer AG
Case Study from the year 2021 in the subject Economics - International Economic Relations, grade: 1,0, Cologne University of Applied Sciences, language: English, abstract: This case study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of cultural diversity management, including its epistemology and associated opportunities and risks. The study intends to explore various options for addressing different dimensions of diversity, draw insightful conclusions relevant to corporate entities, and analyze the significance of cultural diversity for companies. Moreover, the study will examine the differences between Chinese and German cultures and their implications for businesses. By accomplishing these objectives, this case study seeks to equip companies with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about managing cultural diversity.
Trade Liberalisation and Economic Development in Africa
This book provides a thorough and rigorous discussion on the impact of trade liberalisation on economic development with a special focus on the African continent. The author presents the rationale for trade liberalisation, trade liberalisation frameworks, the trade liberalisation economic development nexus, impediments to trade, and contemporary issues of international trade.In this book, notwithstanding the benefits from trade liberalisation, the author shows that African trade as a share of global trade has remained flat at 3% as in 1975, while the continent's exports have remained raw materials and its intra-regional trade at less than 15% of total trade, which is the lowest in the world (UNCTAD, 2020). With respect to key economic development indicators such as economic growth, poverty levels, and employment levels, this book shows that, ironically and in direct contrast with the conventional views that trade liberalisation alleviates poverty, trade liberalisation in Africa has resulted in high levels of unemployment and low economic growth which ultimately lead to increased poverty. In addition, this book provides a detailed analysis of why trade liberalisation has failed to yield meaningful benefits to Africa. The binding constraints and blockages which prevent positive spin-offs on trade liberalisation in Africa are discussed in detail in this book. In the same vein, the author provides practical strategies which must be adopted by African countries in order to gain from trade liberalisation, making this work a must-read for African governments, academia, trade experts, regional trading blocs, the World Trade Organization, and development partners. In view of this, and as part of the disruptive and structural transformation policies, the author discusses case studies and international experience contextualised to Africa as well as strategies for addressing the trade-related infrastructure gap, production capacities, export promotion, and aid for trade.
Chinese Business and the Belt and Road Initiative
This book looks at how Chinese companies optimize investment opportunities while implementing the Belt and Road Initiative (B&R or BRI). Specifically, it studies five high-profile infrastructure projects undertaken by Chinese firms. Going in-depth through case-study analysis, this book fills a gap by providing the background stories of these projects.By applying a case study approach to five notable and representative B&R projects, including Hambantota Port, the Port de Djibouti, and China-Belarus Industrial Park, it is found that strategies of Chinese firms to implement the BRI have been designed to achieve property rights security, reduction of transaction costs, and internalization of benefits overflowing from expanded business scope or multiple business lines.With firsthand data from host stakeholders and on-ground project managers, this book is a highly relevant and valuable text for policy makers and researchers hoping to understand the policy impact and implications of B&R investments on targeted countries
SoaringME The Ultimate Guide to Successful Corporate Accounting Job Interviewing
Discover the Skills and Techniques that Lead to a More Successful Corporate Accounting Job Interview The strategies in this guide were compiled by successful Headhunter, M.L. Miller, from his extensive experience in interviewing working with hundreds of client companies, from Fortune 100 large corporations to startups, conducting over twenty thousand job interviews and receiving feedback from thousands of hiring managers. As an actual interviewing expert, Miller provides valuable insights that will help you to successfully interview for corporate accounting jobs. This guide contains all of the advice found in SoaringME The Ultimate Guide to Successful Job Interviewing, alongside supplementary insights specifically for those pursuing jobs in corporate accounting. Preparing for your interviews with this guide will not only help you gain knowledge but also boost your confidence. By delivering the information that the interviewer is looking for with confidence, you will increase your chances of receiving job offers. Whether you are just starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, most people do not interview frequently enough to develop or maintain strong interview techniques. SoaringME The Ultimate Guide to Successful Corporate Accounting Job Interviewing will help you regardless of your industry or field. You will learn: - What interviewers are looking for in a candidate.- How to best prepare for behavioral-based interview questions.- Examples of good answers to the most common difficult interview questions.- Advice on Technical Interviews beyond solving the problems.- How to stand out from other candidates.- What to avoid that can cause many job candidates to fail in the interview process.- The best questions to ask during an interview.And much more!Don't leave your future to chance. You are just a click away from making yourself more successful in corporate accounting job interviewing.
Trade Finance
Trade finance will remain an important component of international financial flows. Historically trade finance has tended to be highly vulnerable in times of crises. The global financial crisis in 2008-2009 and particularly the disproportionate drop in trade push the interest of the economists to the issues of trade finance. The market of trade finance proved to be vulnerable to financial shocks. The lower access to secure, proper and cost-effective trade financing can stop the potential for trade to function as a vector of economic growth. The COVID-19 crisis is additionally sharpening the barriers in trade finance and in a number of strategic and important directions from the economic development. The uncertainties as a result from the pandemic provoke greater demand for trade finance products. It is supposed that the effects will be stronger than the consequences following the global financial crisis due to the extensive and deep economic effects of COVID-19.
Occupy Tokyo: Sealds, the Forgotten Movement
Japanese youth, like everywhere else, are trying to build their future despite the crises that are shaking their world, the latest being the triple disaster of Fukushima. Often considered to be more focused on a personal or even hedonistic life, they surprised the media when a student movement took the floor to criticize the Abe government's security and Self-Defense Forces bills in 2015. The so-called SEALDs movement (Student Emergency Action for Liberal Democracy) was formed some time after the Indigenous or Occupy Wall Street movements, but it shares similar concerns. Understanding the SEALDs' experience from the perspective of John Dewey's philosophy allows us to highlight once again the dangers that digital technology poses to individuals, the collective and their values.
The role of marine protected areas in climate change
-PART 1: How marine protected areas adapt and mitigate to climate change PART 2: Marine protected areas in Morocco - the impact of climate change on MPAs In view of the deteriorating state of marine ecosystem and biological resources, the marine protected area (MPA) is proposed as one of several instruments to maintain an effective conservation policy. This instrument has two main objectives: the first is to protect the resources, and the second is to enhance the human activities that exploit these resources. In order to achieve these objectives, several difficulties have been mentioned such as the determination of the location of the MPA, its size, and the degree of protection. Ecological economics with the introduction of bio-economic models has combined biological and economic aspects to determine the impacts of the MPA.
Business Culture Vietnam - Leadership and Collaboration
This book provides a framework and tools, for navigating with cultural intelligence in a Vietnamese business context. The book includes insights and knowledge about motivators and trust drivers, leading to successful partnerships, leadership, collaboration, and great teamwork in Vietnam. To support you in reaching the results you are aiming for, you will find advice from experienced Vietnam expats and a broad range of action strategies, ready to use. Providing a foundation of knowledge and understanding of ways to build fruitful relationships, collaboration, and productivity in a Vietnamese cultural context, the book is intended to serve as a handbook for anyone, who wants to do successful business in Vietnam. Project leaders, business executives at all levels, employees, and students.
Heritage
This study investigates how an increase in the price of petroleum and natural gas would alter commodity prices in Ontario, and then estimates the effects on production and employment. A 100 per cent increase in energy prices is assumed. Using the Ontario input-output table it is found that commodity price increases would be relatively small, on average 2.7 per cent over-all and less than 1.6 per cent in basic manufacturing. However, using Cobb-Douglas utility functions it is also calculated that the Ontario labour force would suffer an employment reduction of 2 to 4 per cent. Economic policy alternatives open to Ontario are then considered. Subsidies to offset commodity price increases would be very expensive and difficult to administer. Retaliatory measures, such as a change in the Ontario Corporate Income Tax, would be inefficient. It is concluded that from Ontario's point of view, the best economic policy would be to attempt to ensure that petroleum and natural gas prices remain uniform throughout Canada.
Heritage
This study examines ways in which residents of Canadian cities are affected by increases in petroleum prices. The authors apply economic models of residential and industrial location to determine the response of individuals and firms to higher oil prices in the short run and the long run. The short run effects include conservation of higher price petroleum products and reduction in other expenditures; the long run effects include movement closer to employment centres, changes in urban densities, rents, and house prices, and the substitution of other forms of transit. The implications for municipal zoning, the provision of parks, the location of schools and other public facilities, and plans for road building and expressways are also considered.
Fur Trade Canoe Routes of Canada / Then and Now
Before road or rail, the canoe routes followed by voyageurs formed a transport and supply system crossing a continent and covering more than a million square miles. Veteran wilderness traveller Eric Morse retraces these routes, linking them to modern landmarks and roads, and draws a fascinating picture of the history, economics, and geography of the fur trade. This is a guide book that includes all the elements of historical adventure. The first part sketches the bruising hardships of life on the trail and describes the voyageurs' techniques for handling rapids, portages, and great lakes in the fragile canots de maitre that carried up to four tons. The second part is addressed to the modern voyageur. It traces the original routes and describes them as they exist today. The text is illustrated throughout with maps, photographs, and historical drawings and paintings.
Handbook of Research on Cross-culture Business and Management
As organizations and businesses continue to expand in the cross-border and multicultural markets, culture needs to be taken into consideration. At present, culture introduces significant changes in the core assumptions of business practices and skill expectations. Gaining cross-cultural compatibility is now a serious concern for businesses and organizations. Appreciating the overall view of cross-cultural business environment, 'Handbook of Research on Cross-culture Business and Management' is a significant attempt to contribute a piece of knowledge on different aspects of cross-cultural business and management, facilitating practitioners and academicians to explore different cross-cultural business practices and develop competencies. This book will be a unique source for cross-cultural business and management practices, helping people of both industry and academia to understand the cross-cultural business environment and improve management practices.
Doing Business in South Asia
This concise textbook comprises selected case studies on the strategic challenges and opportunities faced by real-world organizations operating in South Asia. The collection includes 15 short case studies from across the region, allowing easy comprehension and class discussion, and covers strategic management, localization strategies, strategic challenges, emerging global brands, digital transformation, sustainability, inclusive business, and economic development. Each case has corresponding reflective questions, references, and further reading and activities, making this a perfect comprehensive guide to help students understand and apply concepts to real-world situations. Providing a solid understanding of the South Asian business environment, this is ideal recommended reading for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students studying South Asian and International Business, Strategic Management, Emerging Markets, and Global Entrepreneurship. Online, instructors will find complementary teaching notes to support learning.
Strategies for Chinese Enterprises Going Global
This book carries out comprehensive research on the underlying problems regarding the globalization of Chinese enterprises. It also proposes practical solutions for dealing with difficulties in the legal sphere, legislation, international talent development, and financing solutions for Chinese firms going global. In light of the great opportunities and space for outbound investment, this book also provides insights on how to push forward the Belt and Road Initiative. The insights herein help readers understand the basic state of Chinese enterprises in overseas development and has important reference value for enterprises looking to gain a better understanding of foreign investment strategies, make the most of opportunities and challenges and promote their development at a higher level.
Cross-Cultural Management
This timely textbook is contemporary and comprehensive in its coverage of Cross-Cultural Management. Its unique approach fosters a multi-paradigmatic mindset among readers, embraces problem-based and experiential learning, and acknowledges the many diverse identities of cross-cultural managers. An opening case study brings each chapter to life, and readers are invited to complete a variety of activities before revisiting the opening case and completing a closing activity that introduces the next area of learning.
Company Politics
In the wake of the Seven Years' War and the consolidation of British power on the subcontinent, the French monarchy chartered a new East India Company. The Nouvelle Compagnie des Indes was an attempt to maintain French diplomatic and financial credit among European rivals and trading partners within a region integral to the broader imperial economy. Reimagining French power as subsisting through an informal empire of trade, instead of a territorial empire of conquest, officials and intellectuals sought to remake the trading company as a private, "purely commercial" actor, rather than a sovereign company-state. Company Politics offers a new interpretation of political economy, imperialism, and the history of the corporation during the late Old Regime and the French Revolution. Despite its reputation for speculation, corruption, and scandal, Elizabeth Cross argues that the "New Company" emerged from the unique circumstances France faced in India as a weakened imperial power vis ? vis the expanding British East India Company. Seeking to control the Company for their own purposes, French government officials, theorists, and private financial actors clashed over differing notions of political economy, debt, and imperial power for Europe and the Indian Ocean world. In doing so, they envisioned new alignments between state and market, challenged the legitimacy of the Old Regime's economic and imperial policies, and sought to revolutionize the underlying corporation itself through progressive demands of corporate self-governance. Thus, the New Company should be seen as an innovative capitalist actor in its own right, not a mere derivative of its Anglo-Dutch competitors. A valuable contribution to scholarship on capitalism, empire, and globalization, Company Politics uses the Company's history to present the Revolutionary Era as one of dynamic economic ideologies, practices, and experimentation, rather than only one of crisis and decline.
Television in the Streaming Era
This ground-breaking study explores transformations in the TV industry under the impact of globalizing forces and digital technologies. Chalaby investigates the making of a digital value chain and the distinct value-adding segments which form the new video ecosystem. He provides a full account of the industry's global shift from the development of TV formats and transnational networks to the emergence of tech giants and streaming platforms. The author takes a deep dive into the infrastructure (communication satellites, subsea cable networks, data centres) and technology (cloud computing, machine learning and artificial intelligence) underpinning this ecosystem through the prism of global value chain theory. The book combines empirical data garnered over 20 years of researching the industry and offers unique insights from television and tech executives.
Pioneers, Hidden Champions, Changemakers, and Underdogs
An insider's view of China's under-the-radar, globally competitive innovators. Chinese innovators are making their mark globally. Not only do such giants as Alibaba and Huawei continue to thrive and grow through innovation, thousands of younger Chinese entrepreneurs are poised to enter the global marketplace. In this book, Mark Greeven, George Yip, and Wei Wei offer an insider's view of China's under-the-radar, globally competitive innovators. The authors, all experts on Chinese innovation, distinguish four types of innovators in China: pioneers, large companies that are globally known; hidden champions, midsize enterprises that are market leaders in their niches; underdogs, technology-driven ventures with significant intellectual property; and changemakers, newer firms characterized by digital disruption, exponential growth, and cross-industry innovations. They investigate what kinds of innovations these companies develop (product, process, or business model), their competitive strategies, and key drivers of innovation. They identify six typical ways Chinese entrepreneurs innovate, including swarm innovation (collectively pursuing opportunities) and rapid centralized decision making. Finally, they look at how Chinese innovators are going global, whether building R&D networks internationally or exporting disruptive business models. The book includes many examples of Chinese innovators and innovations, drawn from a range of companies--from pioneers to changemakers--including Alibaba, Haier, Hikvision, Malong Technology, Weihua Solar, Mobike, and Cheetah Mobile. Greeven, Yip, and Wei offer an essential guide to what makes China a heavyweight competitor in the global marketplace.
Television in the Streaming Era
This ground-breaking study explores transformations in the TV industry under the impact of globalizing forces and digital technologies. Chalaby investigates the making of a digital value chain and the distinct value-adding segments which form the new video ecosystem. He provides a full account of the industry's global shift from the development of TV formats and transnational networks to the emergence of tech giants and streaming platforms. The author takes a deep dive into the infrastructure (communication satellites, subsea cable networks, data centres) and technology (cloud computing, machine learning and artificial intelligence) underpinning this ecosystem through the prism of global value chain theory. The book combines empirical data garnered over 20 years of researching the industry and offers unique insights from television and tech executives.
History of Innovative Entrepreneurs in Japan
This is the first Open Access book introducing more than 20 of Japan's leading innovative entrepreneurs from the 17th century to the present. The author outlines the innovative business models created by entrepreneurs including SoftBank's Masayoshi Son, Fast Retailing (Uniqlo)'s Yanai Tadashi, Honda's Soichiro Honda, Sony's Akio Morita, Panasonic's Konosuke Matsushita, and Toyota's Kiichiro Toyoda, as well as their predecessors including Takatoshi Mitsui of Mitsui Zaibatsu, Shibusawa Eiichi of Daiichi Bank. While introducing the innovators, the author also raises three broader questions: 1. Why did Japan industrialize earlier than any other country outside Europe and the United States? 2. Why was Japan able to realize unsurpassed economic growth between the 1910s and the 1980s? 3. Why has Japan's economy stagnated for more than 30 years since the 1990s? Drawing upon analytical concepts including Schumpeter's breakthrough innovation, Kirzner's incremental innovation, and Christensen's disruptive innovation, the author contends that Japan's successes were based on unique and systematic breakthrough innovation and an accumulation of incremental innovation, while it later fell victim to a combination of breakthrough innovation from advanced countries and disruptive innovation by developing nations.
Investment In The Capital City Of The Nusantara
The development of commercial sectors such as shopping centers, entertainment, and mixed-use areas for residential, hospitality and office buildings has been prepared. Not only that, for essential sectors such as education and health, energy and telecommunications have also been prepared. The IKN Authority has also prepared various kinds of cooperation schemes according to the tastes and scale of business actors. Some of the schemes prepared such as direct investment, asset utilization cooperation, Government and Business Entity cooperation schemes (KPBU), and other schemes have been designed. world standard there are five criteria, namely green, smart, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. This socialization is the first step in preparation for the market sounding event planned to be held by President Joko Widodo in early September 2022. "Market sounding will begin in tandem with infrastructure work which includes land consolidation, land clearing and logistics access which will be prepared immediately, so that by 2023 infrastructure development and core buildings will be in full scale.
Effective Cost Cutting in Asia
The days of cheap raw materials and energy sources are gone. Suppliers will demand price increases due to the rising costs of energy and materials. This book describes how your purchasing department is able to gain (more) profit for your company and includes new ideas for successful purchasing and supplier development in Asia. The author discusses how to reduce costs in productive (BOM) and non-productive materials (NPMs) and how to calculate product and tool costs. As well, the book shows ways to negotiate your results with your suppliers in Asia and build an effective system of supplier relationship management.
