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Book cover image of International Business: The Challenges of Globalization by John J. Wild

Authors: John J. Wild, Kenneth L. Wild, Jerry C.Y. Han
ISBN-13: 9780137153756, ISBN-10: 0137153759
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Date Published: March 2009
Edition: 5th Edition

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Author Biography: John J. Wild

As a team, John Wild, Kenneth Wild, and Jerry Han provide a blend of skills uniquely suited to writing an international business textbook. They combine award-winning teaching and research with a global view of business gained through years of living and working in cultures around the world. Together, they make the topic of international business practical, accessible, and enjoyable.

John J. Wild is the Robert and Monica Beyer Distinguished Professor of Business at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He previously held appointments at the University of Manchester in England and Michigan State University. He received his B.B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.

Teaching business courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, Professor Wild has received several teaching honors, including the Mabel W. Chipman Excellence-in-Teaching Award, the Teaching Excellence Award from the 2003 graduation class, and the Beta Alpha Psi Excellence in Teaching Award. He is a prior recipient of national research fellowships from KPMG Peat Marwick and the Ernst and Young Foundation. Professor Wild is also a frequent speaker at universities and at national and international conferences.

The author of more than 50 publications, in addition to four best-selling textbooks, Professor Wild conducts research on a wide range of topics, including corporate governance, capital markets, and financial analysis and forecasting. He is an active member of several national and international organizations, including the Academy of International Business, and has served as Associate Editor or editorial board member for several prestigious journals.

Kenneth L. Wild is affiliated with the University of London, England. He previously taught at the Pennsylvania State University. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Manchester (UMIST) in England and his B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Wild also undertook postgraduate work at École des Affairs Internationale in Marseilles, France.

Having taught students of international business, marketing, and management at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, Dr. Wild is a dedicated contributor to international business education. An active member of several national and international organizations, including the Academy of International Business, he has spoken at major universities and at national and international conferences in Austria, Britain, Kuwait, Portugal, and the United States.

Dr. Wild’s research, on a range of international business topics including market entry modes, country risk, and international expansion strategies, have taken him to countries spanning the globe. Additionally, he serves as an Associate Editor of the Middle East Business Review.

Jerry C.Y. Han,who passed away September 26, 2002, was Pong Ding Yuen Professor at the University of Hong Kong School of Business, where he was Director of the School’s China Management Programs. He also held appointments at several Chinese Universities, including Beijing University and Renmin University. Professor Han previously held faculty appointments at the University of Buffalo, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Michigan State University, and National Chung Hsing University. He received his Bachelors degree from National Chung Hsing University, Masters degree from National Chengchi University, and Ph.D. from the University of Buffalo.

Professor Han was a highly recognized teacher, known for his commitment and creativity in business education. He was a prior recipient of research fellowships from the government of Hong Kong, HKUST, Price Waterhouse, and National Chengchi University. Dr. Han was actively involved in several national and international organizations, including serving as President of the North American Chinese Association.

The author of more than 40 publications on various business topics, including international regulatory and disclosure issues, Professor Han served on the editorial boards of several prestigious journals. He also consulted with international companies and government agencies, as well as taught business courses for international companies across several industries.

Book Synopsis

International Business: The Challenges of Globalization presents international business in a comprehensive yet concise framework with unrivaled clarity.

Globalization; Cross-Cultural Business; Politics, Law, and Business Ethics; Economic Systems and Development; International Trade; Business—Government Trade Relations; Foreign Direct Investment; Regional Economic Integration; International Financial Markets; International Monetary System; International Strategy and Organization; Analyzing International Opportunities; Selecting and Managing Entry Modes; Developing and Marketing Products; Managing International Operations; Hiring and Managing Employees

MARKET: Recent, real-world examples and engaging features brings the material to life for readers.

Table of Contents

Preface

PART 1 Global Business Environment

Chapter 1 Globalization

PART 2 National Business Environments

Chapter 2 Cross-Cultural Business

Chapter 3 Politics, Law, and Business Ethics

Chapter 4 Economic Systems and Development

PART 3 International Trade and Investment

Chapter 5 International Trade

Chapter 6 Business—Government Trade Relations

Chapter 7 Foreign Direct Investment

Chapter 8 Regional Economic Integration

PART 4 The International Financial System

Chapter 9 International Financial Markets

Chapter 10 International Monetary System

PART 5 International Business Management

Chapter 11 International Strategy and Organization

Chapter 12 Analyzing International Opportunities

Chapter 13 Selecting and Managing Entry Modes

Chapter 14 Developing and Marketing Products

Chapter 15 Managing International Operations

Chapter 16 Hiring and Managing Employees

Notes

Sources

Glossary

Credits

Name/Company Index

Subject Index

Subjects