February 2011

Master of Business Administration-MBA Semester 4

MB0037 – International Business Management - 3 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 Explain the meaning of the term ‘trade liberalization’ and advantages. Also, identify
some commonly observed mistakes in international trade. [10 marks]
Q.4 Explain the product life cycle theory. [10 marks]
Q.5 Discuss the implications of Heckscher-Ohlin theory model. [10 marks]
Q.6 Do you think WTO is helpful for promoting international business? Give reasons for
your answer. [10 marks]
 February 2011

Master of Business Administration-MBA Semester 4

MB0037 – International Business Management - 3 Credits

Assignment Set- 2 (60 Marks)

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

Q.1 What is WTO? What is GATT? Explain both. [10 marks]

Q.2 What is MNC? Explain the 3 stages of evolution. [10 marks]
Q.3 Mention the differences between currency markets and exchange rate markets in the
context of international business environment. [10 marks]
Q.4 a) Explain the role of privatization in international business. [05 marks]
b) Mention the relevance of these international commercial terms: FCA, EXW, DES,
CIF and DDP [05 marks]
Q.5 Give short notes on Letter of credit and Bill of Lading [10 marks]
Q.6 Discuss the entry methods in international business with relevant examples. [10 marks]