Fall 2011

Master of Business Administration-MBA Semester 4

MB0053 International Business Management - 4 Credits Assignment Set- 1 (60 Marks)

Note: Each question carries 10 Marks. Answer all the questions.

Q.1 What is globalization? What are its benefits? How does globalization help in international business? Give some instances. [10 marks] Q.2 What is culture and in the context of international business environment how does it impact international business decisions? [10 marks] Q.3 Cosmos Limited wants to enter international markets. Will country risk analysis help Cosmos Limited to take correct decisions? Substantiate your answer. [10 marks] Q.4 How can managers in international companies adjust to the ethical factors influencing countries? Is it possible to establish international ethical codes? Briefly explain. [10 marks] Q.5 Discuss the international marketing strategies. How is it different from domestic marketing strategies? [10 marks] Q.6 Explain briefly the international financial management components with examples and applicability. [10 marks]

Fall 2011

Master of Business Administration-MBA Semester 4

MB0053 International Business Management - 4 Credits Assignment Set- 2 (60 Marks)

Note: Each question carries 10 Marks. Answer all the questions. Q.1 What is WTO? Explain its objectives, functions and structure. [10 marks] Q.2 Explain briefly the nature of e-business and the challenges involved. [10 marks] Q.3 Mention the relevance of these terms in International business - Letter of credit, Bill of Lading and Factoring. [10 marks] Q.4 a) Explain the role played by EXIM bank. [05 marks] b) What are B2B and C2B business models? [05 marks] Q.5 What kind of impact will globalization and international business environment create on Indian businesses? [10 marks] Q.6 Discuss any 3 regional trading agreements and its effect on international business. [10 marks]