International Trade Project Chapter 7 Business Management &Technology

International Trade Project Scenario Your employer has decided to explore the possibility of expanding sales for the company’s goods/services to another country. You and a team of your fellow employees have been assigned to the task of researching the country (your team chooses with instructor approval or instructor may assign the country and teams)

International Trade Project Scenario Your presentation should give an overview to the executives who will make the initial visit to the country. The following outlines provided you with a basis for your research and presentation. You are not limited to these categories only, but each of these should be covered.

What is your company? Choose a company (good or service) Select from the list of Nebraska companies Determine whether the good/service is sold in an industrial or consumer market and note these items in your presentation

International Trade Project Scenario Population Imports and Exports Type of government Gross Domestic Product Language Unemployment Rate Currency Customs/Etiquette

Culture & Customs Business customs How do you eat? How do you drink? Business hours & beliefs Holidays & Vacation What is the standard for the country? Business Do’s & Don’ts

Travel Information Communication & language Current Map of Country Picture of flag

Must include at least three of the following items:

Facts About the Country Geographic Area Include climate, terrain, ports, etc. Demographics of the Country Some History of this Country Past, Present, & Future

Facts About the Country Government Structure Present leaders Present political climate in the country Economic System & Facts

Facts about the Country Business History & Business Cultures Find out reputations of country for your type of business What important details are important regarding that country What is the current currency conversion rate for your country?

Economic Facts What type of economic system? Capitalistic, mixed, or command Main Exports and Imports Natural Resources Transportation available Important current events

Security and Safety Protection measures for those traveling and living in this country (especially from American perspective)