Over the past few years there was a big growth in the number of international meetings. Unfortunately, many of the meetings fail to accomplish their objectives. The purposes of these meetings are varied, ranging from exchanging information to rewarding performance and creating opportunities for professional development. Often the meetings are…
There are a few theories of international trade. One of the most famous is the theory of absolute advantage by Adam Smith. It’s main position are: 1) government should not interfere in the foreign trade regime to maintain open markets and free trade, 2) foreign trade stimulates the development of…
When you apply for a mortgage, the lender is required to tell you the interest rate and the annual percentage rate, or APR. But what exactly is the APR? The APR is designed to help you shop for loans by making them more comparable. “It’s the one common denominator by…
The role of international organizations in developing financial sector among the countries over the world is realized in the recent years. In the same direction, the countries have made changes to develop their financial markets. World Bank One of the most known International Financial Organizations is the World Bank. World…
Nations trade with one another because they expect to benefit from the transaction. Trade enables them to exchange things they don’t need for the things they do need. But sometimes imports mean fewer jobs and less income for some domestic industries. Exports represent increased jobs and incomes for other industries….
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a master’s degree in business administration, which attracts people from a wide range of academic disciplines. The MBA designation originated in the United States, emerging from the late 19th century as the country industrialized and companies sought out scientific approaches to management. The…
International trade is based on the process of importing and exporting goods. Every good exported by one country must be imported by another. International trade increases total output. Nations trade with one another because they expect to benefit from the transaction. Trade enables them to exchange things they don’t need…
Nations trade with one another because they expect to benefit from the transaction. Trade enables them to exchange things they don’t need for the things they do need. Some areas produce things that others cannot. It is caused by the different types of climate and soil. Manufacturing also can be…
This all depends on your situation. However, there are some scenarios where the choice is apparent. For instance, let’s say you need $15,000 to pay for your daughter’s wedding next month and $5,000 to fix your roof next week. In this scenario you know exactly how much money you need…
Foreign markets can be very attractive to a business looking for new customers, especially when its home market is becoming saturated. Such an expansion, however, needs to be thoroughly researched and carefully planned to ensure that the timing is right. To begin with, a business needs to have successful products…