Individual Assignment

(2500 words, do not use the case from the lecture, academic materials, journals)

Chapter 5:
Using the frameworks described in the lecture consider the cultural difficulties that may face a British or American company that has acquired an existing company in Asia. Where possible use real-world examples clearly stating which country the acquired company is
based in.

Chapter 8:( At least one of these theories why jv (Chapter 8 PPT: 10 th slide), Do not use the political reason, that is not theory.)
Why would a company choose to enter into an international joint venture? Given the high ‘failure’ rate of international joint ventures what can be done to increase the likelihood of a successful outcome? Critically discuss using appropriate models, frameworks and examples.