Write a three-part, 750–1500 word, in-depth analysis in which you assess the feasibility and profitability of launching a product in a foreign country.
Analyze cultural communications that affect international business.
o Describe the cross-cultural communication issues that could result from differences in the social, political, and legal structures and hierarchies of a foreign country and those of the United States.
Evaluate patterns of global organizational structure and hierarchies.
o Describe the social, political, and legal structures and hierarchies of a country relevant to market expansion.
o Compare the social, political, and legal structures and hierarchies of a country to those of the United States.
Analyze the role of international business culture in the negotiation process.
o Propose a company management structure suitable for business operations abroad, based on the business culture of the host country.
Assess the feasibility of business operation in other countries.
o Assess market potential, considering the market situations of 2–3 competitors.
o Determine the price for a product in a competitive market.
o Propose an international business strategy for launching and promoting a product.
o Identify the key fiscal considerations that might affect profitability.
o Evaluate potential barriers to entry into a foreign market.
o Describe the key considerations for conducting production operations abroad.