Discussion:
We have covered several topics in this lesson related to growth in international business:
1. Reasons for Growth;
2. Focus on Technology;
3. Investment Abroad;
4. Outsourcing, Diversification, and Protection from Competition
5. Workforce Changes;
6. E-Commerce
7. The Need for Standards
8. Competing on the International Stage
9. The Knowledge Economy
Each of these topics addresses one area of consideration for businesses to grow and expand around the world. Select one of these topics to explore in greater detail. Your essay should include the following:
• Overview of the topic/issues including any relevant definitions
• How this factor affects companies trying to compete on the global stage
• How this factor affects companies' business within the context of globalization
• Analysis of one of the four trends named in the knowledge economyarticle and how it might impact a business in terms of its growth
• Profile of a Canadian company that has been affected by your topic of choice, including a brief description of its core business and specifics of how it has changed and/or grown
Your essay should be 3-4 pages in length and must include a list of cited sources, as well as proper citing throughout the paper (embedded).