Apply concepts from the assigned Chapters. Discuss these concepts, and use each topic as a separate header in the team’s report. Be sure to include extensive research outside the textbook (at least three additional sources from journals and databases) and to cite the textbook correctly including page numbers if you use “direct quotes.” Maximum 5 pages; excluding Introduction and Reference page.
SectionPointsDescription Section I
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Complete an assessment of the governmental trade policies of the MNC’s country of origin. (Japan & Toyota Motors) How would you grade these policies on a scale of Mercantilism versus free trade? Use research to show how you reached your conclusion. (Chapter 5)Section II
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How have the following elements of international read theory influenced the business model of the MNC under study? Especially be sure to discuss Product Life-Cycle, New Trade Theory and Porter’s Diamond of National Advantage (Chapter 6).Section III
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Which of the four basic strategies contained in figure 13.7 on page 383 did this MNC adopt? How has that strategy evolved over time? (Chapter 13)
Section IV
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Characterize the Organizational Architecture including the structure, integrating mechanisms, control systems, processes, and resultant culture of the MNC. (Chapter 14)
Section V
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Examine at least 3 examples of this MNC entering a new national market. Find examples of export, turnkey, licensing, joint venture, and acquisition and/or greenfield strategies. How did these workout? What were the Home Country Costs and Benefits in each case? (Chapter 15)
Section VI
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Do an assessment of the production strategy and supply chain of the MNC. Be sure to address outsourcing and TQM. Where does this MNC produce its goods and services? Apply in detail the country, technological and production factors involved. (Chapter 17)
Section VII
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Characterize the inter-organizational relationships of upstream/downstream entities involving vendors, suppliers, partners, buyers, customers, and clients (Chapter 17).
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