ASSESSMENT
Multinational Corporations
Overview
Write 4-6 pages in which you examine a multinational corporation (MNC). Consider the development and structure of this organization, along with how this MNC affects the countries in which it is located.
In this assessment, you will explain to others the effect of MNCs on both national and international economies.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 2: Evaluate the impact of the rise of multinational corporations.
Describe the key features of a particular multinational corporation.
Explain a particular multinational corporation's effect on the political arena in the countries in which it is located.
Explain a particular multinational corporation's effect on the social and environmental performance of the countries in which it is located.
Describe the social, economic, and environmental responsibilities and influences of multinational corporations.
Competency 5: Evaluate global economic competition and cooperation.
Explain a particular multinational corporation's effect on the economic performance of the countries in which it is located.
Explain the effect of multinational corporations on economic cooperation and competition between countries.
Competency 7: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
Write coherently to support a central idea in appropriate format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Context
In examining globalization, it is unavoidable to read and discuss the interplay of politics and economics. You have probably concluded, correctly, that-to a significant extent-"economics is politics, and vice versa" (Rourke, 2010, p. 282). This assessment will explore the international political economy (IPE) and consider the interplay between politics and economics. We will examine how multinational corporations compete on a global scale and the impacts of this global expansion. Consider both the traditional views on the economy and the alternative route of greater international cooperation, examining regional trade unions and global cooperation, as well as what is necessary for greater economic development worldwide.
With changes in globalization and technology, the ways in which the international economy operates have changed-and continue to change. In our examination of this, we will discuss the history of the IPE and also discuss how the future looks, including trends in cooperation and competition.
Questions to Consider
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community.
What are the effects of a multinational corporation's presence in a country in terms of social development, political development, and economic development?
What are the effects of multinational corporations moving production overseas?
What would be the consequences of banning multinational corporations from moving production overseas?
Are tariffs an important tool to protect against unfair trade practices, or do they lead us to risk retaliations, higher domestic prices, and, in some cases, worse relations with close political and economic allies?
Resources
Required Resources
The following resources are required to complete the assessment.
Internet Resources
Access the following resources by clicking the links provided. Please note that URLs change frequently. Permissions for the following links have been either granted or deemed appropriate for educational use at the time of course publication.
Bombardier Recreational Products. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.brp.com/
CocaCola Company. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.cocacolacompany.com/
Disney. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://disney.com/
Mondelez International. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mondelezinternational.com/Home
Tesco. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.tesco.com/
Vodafone. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.vodafone.com/content/index.html
International Monetary Fund. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.imf.org/external/index.htm T he World Bank. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.worldbank.org/
World Trade Organization. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.wto.org/
Suggested Resources
The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left navigation menu of your courseroom.
Library Resources
The following ebooks or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:
Goodhope, O. O. (2012). G lobalization: The emerging new knowledge economy and consumer behaviour dynamics. International Journal of Academic Research, 4(6), 197-203.
Margalit, Y. (2012). L ost in globalization: International economic integration and the sources of popular discontent. International Studies Quarterly, 56, 484-500.
Jaumotte, F., Lall, S., & Papageorgiou, C. (2013). R ising income inequality: Technology, or trade and financial globalization? IMF Economic Review, 61(2), 271-309.
Grimmett, J. J. (2011). D ispute settlement in the World Trade Organization (WTO): An overview.
Congressional Research Service: Report, 1-14.
Nelson, R. M. (2013). M ultilateral development banks: Overview and issues for Congress. Congressional
Research Service: Report, 1-20.
Weiss, M. A. (2013). I nternational Monetary Fund: Background and issues for Congress. Congressional Research Service: Report, 1-25.
Course Library Guide
A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to refer to the resources in the P OLFP2000 - Globalization Library Guide to help direct your research.
Bookstore Resources
The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the C apella University Bookstore. When searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific -FP (FlexPath) course designation.
Rourke, J. T., & Boyer, M. A. (2010). International politics on the world stage: Brief (8th ed.). New York, NY: McGrawHill.
Chapter 10, "National Economic Competition: The Traditional Road," pages 282-313. Chapter 11, "International Economics: The Alternative Road," pages 314-347.
Assessment Instructions
It is becoming more and more common for corporations to expand on an international level, to distribute work and resources across nations, instead of being based solely in one country. This shift has had a profound effect on both national and international economies. Mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, cooperation, and collaboration are all tools used by businesses to remain competitive in today's global landscape.
For this assessment, examine a multinational corporation (MNC), consider the development and structure of this organization, and then consider how this MNC affects the countries in which it is located.
Preparation
In preparation for this assessment, use the Resources provided (or others you find) to research multinational corporations. It is important to be familiar with the characteristics of these types of organizations and understand the effects they have on the countries in which they work, as well as world politics.
Choose a multinational corporation (MNC). You must choose from the list in the Required Resources under the Internet Resources heading.
You may need to research beyond the corporation's Web site in order to complete this assessment.
Directions
For this assessment, complete the following:
Identify and briefly describe the multinational corporation you selected while preparing for this assessment.
Where is the MNC based?
What does it produce? Provide a brief description of its product and use. Where else does the MNC operate, in addition to where it is based?
When did it expand beyond the boundaries of its home country? Why did it expand?
Explain how the MNC affects the political arena in some of the countries in which it is located or works and whether it has become more influential over time.
Describe the social, economic, and environmental responsibilities and influences of MNCs.
Has the corporation you chose taken voluntary steps to improve its social, economic, and environmental performances if there are any criticisms?
Has the MNC, since the inception of the organization, led to greater cooperation or competition (or both) within the countries in which it is located, and has that changed over time?
While content is the most important aspect of your paper, also important are organization, readability, grammar, and spelling. The length of your paper should be determined by its content.
Ensure your paper follows APA format. Add headers as appropriate, include a reference page at the end of your paper, and be sure to properly cite and provide references for material you use in your paper, per APA guidelines. The paper you submit should be in a Word document or RTF format.
Additional Requirements
Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Your paper should be formatted according to APA (6th edition) style and formatting. Include a title page and a reference page.
Length: A typical response will be 4-6 typed and doublespaced pages. Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
References: Use at least three references.