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Developing International Business (4S03)


Description
COURSE OVERVIEW

In this second course in the Global International Business series, learners will examine and range of factors to consider in expanding their business internationally.

This course helps managers develop the knowledge with which to analyze and assess international market opportunities, and to develop international marketing sand business development strategy. This course will enable managers to understand how to identify and evaluate opportunities in international markets and assess the different market entry modes available to companies. You will learn about and how to apply various models and tools to examine market opportunity and risk and inform investment making.

In addition, you will learn about global sourcing and global production and supply chains.

The knowledge gained in the course will enable you to make the business case for and develop the plans with which to successfully enter new international markets.

COURSE DETAILS

- Suitable For: Senior and Executive Managers and Marketing professionals
- Course Duration: 20 Hours
- Certification: Download your Certificate on completion
- Additional Resources: Download comprehensive Learners manual, additional articles and worksheets

Content
  • Developing International Business 1 - Getting Started
  • Section 1: Preparing for International Expansion
  • Developing International Business 2 - The Rationale for Global Expansion
  • Video - Assessing Markets for Global Expansion
  • Developing International Business 3 - Market Entry Modes 1
  • Developing International Business 4 - Market Entry Modes 2
  • Developing International Business - Quiz 1
  • Section 2: Analyze and Confirm Locations
  • Developing International Business 5 - PESTEL Analysis
  • Developing International Business 6 - Cage Analysis
  • Video - The Case for Business in Developing Economies
  • Developing International Business 7 - Scenario Planning and Analysis
  • Developing International Business - Quiz 2
  • Section 3: The Format of International Expansion
  • Developing International Business 8 - Standardized or Customized Products
  • Video - Standardization vs. Adaptation
  • Developing International Business 9 - Global Sourcing
  • Video - Walmart's Exports from India
  • Video - Global Sourcing at Walmart
  • Developing International Business 10 - Global Production and Supply Chain Mgt.
  • Video - Global Supply Chain Management
  • Developing International Business - Quiz 3
  • Section 4: Organizing for International Expansion
  • Developing International Business 11 - Joint Ventures
  • Video -- What is a JV?
  • Developing International Business 12 - Strategic Alliances
  • Developing International Business 13 - Structure for International Business
  • Video - Matrix Structure - Pros and Cons
  • Developing International Business 14 - Expansion Planning Checklist
  • Developing International Business 15 - Wrapping-up
  • Developing International Business - Quiz 4
  • Develop International Business - Course Evaluation
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever