Asian Business & Management is divided into two parts, one dealing with major contextual and theoretical issues of business and management, and the other with...

"...Asian Business & Management is divided into two parts, one dealing with major contextual and theoretical issues of business and management, and the other with.... Asian Business & Management is divided into two parts, one dealing with major contextual and theoretical issues of business and management, and the other with fresh and topical analysis regarding recent changes in management in the major Asian nations. The book brings together work from leading authorities and a unique focus on CSR.  ..."

Managing Organizational Change describes change as a socially constructed process, reinforced by the interactions of employees at all levels.The book...

"...Managing Organizational Change describes change as a socially constructed process, reinforced by the interactions of employees at all levels.The book.... Managing Organizational Change describes change as a socially constructed process, reinforced by the interactions of employees at all levels.The book emphasises the fact that change is an on-going phenomenon, not an event that will soon be over once the consultants have left, but a permanent feature of an adaptable organization.. ..."

THE ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (UK and Ireland Chapter) published in association with the UK and Ireland Chapter of the Academy of International...

"...THE ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (UK and Ireland Chapter) published in association with the UK and Ireland Chapter of the Academy of International.... THE ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (UK and Ireland Chapter) published in association with the UK and Ireland Chapter of the Academy of International Business International Business: New Challenges, New Forms, New perspectives. This book provides in-depth and new knowledge about some of the most recent challenges for international business..."

Incorporating essays from over thirty years, this book contains key writings by the authors on the future of the multinational enterprise. Along with their...

"...Incorporating essays from over thirty years, this book contains key writings by the authors on the future of the multinational enterprise. Along with their.... Incorporating essays from over thirty years, this book contains key writings by the authors on the future of the multinational enterprise. Along with their seminal writings, a new introduction and conclusion are included to tie these pieces together in a comprehensive overview of the theory of the multinational enterprise.. ..."

Alan Rugman draws together 100 reviews that chart the development of International Business theory in recent decades. This book is essential for all students...

"...Alan Rugman draws together 100 reviews that chart the development of International Business theory in recent decades. This book is essential for all students.... Alan Rugman draws together 100 reviews that chart the development of International Business theory in recent decades. This book is essential for all students with an interest in unpacking the history, scope and possibilities that are implicit in any discussion of international business.. "This is an impressive compendium of reviews of..."

This book is about understanding the differences and risks, ownership, culture and management practices when investing, managing or working with Chinese...

"...This book is about understanding the differences and risks, ownership, culture and management practices when investing, managing or working with Chinese.... This book is about understanding the differences and risks, ownership, culture and management practices when investing, managing or working with Chinese companies. It explores the progression of overseas listing of Chinese companies and the reasons behind the attitude shifts towards overseas Chinese stocks.. ..."

This book is an in-depth study of the international business relationships of China covering both inward and outward foreign direct investment, its impact and...

"...This book is an in-depth study of the international business relationships of China covering both inward and outward foreign direct investment, its impact and.... This book is an in-depth study of the international business relationships of China covering both inward and outward foreign direct investment, its impact and related theoretical and policy issues.. ..."

Strategic International Marketingaims to be the reference text of choice for readers seeking an international perspective for planning and organizing product...

"...Strategic International Marketingaims to be the reference text of choice for readers seeking an international perspective for planning and organizing product.... Strategic International Marketingaims to be the reference text of choice for readers seeking an international perspective for planning and organizing product or service management in global markets. It offers the most recent ideas, trendsand original research in the theory andpractice of global marketing strategy and tactics in an easy..."

Multinationals, China and the Global Economy analyses the results of an in-depth survey of subsidiaries in China of leading manufacturing multinational...

International business for the modern firm has to compromise the need to use limited resources and achieve efficiency in the global marketplace. This book...

"...International business for the modern firm has to compromise the need to use limited resources and achieve efficiency in the global marketplace. This book.... International business for the modern firm has to compromise the need to use limited resources and achieve efficiency in the global marketplace. This book examines these issues from the viewpoint of the internationalized SME, the big multinational and the local subsidiary drawing on research conducted in different countries.. ..."

This book offers an accessible and engaging introduction to the business environment, covering the economic, political, social, legal, cultural, technological...

Foreign direct investment (FDI) is no longer an activity exclusively undertaken by firms from developed countries. The growth of multinational enterprises from...

The surge in outward foreign direct investment (FDI) by Indian firms in the past ten to fifteen years raises a host of interesting questions. This edited...

The current international business environment is characterized by two contradictory but at times mutually supplementary trends. Regionalization is part of the...

"...The current international business environment is characterized by two contradictory but at times mutually supplementary trends. Regionalization is part of the.... The current international business environment is characterized by two contradictory but at times mutually supplementary trends. Regionalization is part of the process of globalization, but it can also be a counter force to globalization as stakeholders act to protect their perceived interests. This book expands the debate on this in..."

Every business knows that the best customer is a happy customer. They return again and again, bring their friends and family, and deliver tons of free...

"...Every business knows that the best customer is a happy customer. They return again and again, bring their friends and family, and deliver tons of free.... Every business knows that the best customer is a happy customer. They return again and again, bring their friends and family, and deliver tons of free advertising via word of mouth and social media. But in order to grow that loyal base, you must be keenly aware of your customers’ needs and preferences. Drawing on the latest research in the ex..."

An insightful look at the world’s single largest consumer market—China’s nearly 500 million youth—and how they will change global marketing forever...

An invaluable how-to guide for  business executives, owners/entrepreneurs, and project managers considering manufacturing operations in China

Most business leaders struggle mightily when transitioning from working in the U.S. or any modern country to working in Shanghai, Dubai, Nairobi or Pune....

"...Most business leaders struggle mightily when transitioning from working in the U.S. or any modern country to working in Shanghai, Dubai, Nairobi or Pune..... Most business leaders struggle mightily when transitioning from working in the U.S. or any modern country to working in Shanghai, Dubai, Nairobi or Pune. Despite organizational efforts to facilitate this transition through training and coaching, leaders often find themselves bewildered and frustrated by the unwritten and often unacknowledg..."

In a time of instability trust in managers is low. Management education is being scrutinized for its impact on society and business schools have been...

"...In a time of instability trust in managers is low. Management education is being scrutinized for its impact on society and business schools have been.... In a time of instability trust in managers is low. Management education is being scrutinized for its impact on society and business schools have been considered as "silent partners in corporate crime." This book outlines how business schools can get out of the line of fire by presenting the cornerstones of a humanistic business education.. ..."

Today, most Americans take for granted that China will be the next global superpower. But despite the nation's growing influence, the average Chinese person is...

This book provides authoritative academic and professional insights into the strategies of Chinese Foreign Direct Investments in Europe, Asia, Africa and the...

"...This book provides authoritative academic and professional insights into the strategies of Chinese Foreign Direct Investments in Europe, Asia, Africa and the.... This book provides authoritative academic and professional insights into the strategies of Chinese Foreign Direct Investments in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. Distinguished authors from across the world will make a contribution to the growing literature on OFDI (outward foreign direct investment) from China.. ..."

A global, contemporary and critical view of human resource management. Using international examples and case studies, this text covers the basic principles of...

"...A global, contemporary and critical view of human resource management. Using international examples and case studies, this text covers the basic principles of.... A global, contemporary and critical view of human resource management. Using international examples and case studies, this text covers the basic principles of HRM, whilst exposing students to real world issues facing managers on a daily basis. This text is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand and engage critically with..."

The impact of country and firm specific factors, the role of institutions and governments, the strive for compensation of initial disadvantages, the struggle...

"...The impact of country and firm specific factors, the role of institutions and governments, the strive for compensation of initial disadvantages, the struggle.... The impact of country and firm specific factors, the role of institutions and governments, the strive for compensation of initial disadvantages, the struggle for finding ways to counterbalance for late coming into the international arena in the process of internationalization are some of the issues brought under scrutiny in this book....."

This book offers qualitative studies of collaboration processes conducted in globalizing companies based in Denmark and with subsidiaries in Asia. It addresses...

"...This book offers qualitative studies of collaboration processes conducted in globalizing companies based in Denmark and with subsidiaries in Asia. It addresses.... This book offers qualitative studies of collaboration processes conducted in globalizing companies based in Denmark and with subsidiaries in Asia. It addresses the specific contexts of collaboration and studies how people with different cultural backgrounds work together, both face-to-face and in the virtual workplace.. ..."