GBS: Question Bank

1. Discuss the how distances matter? What is the argument in the CAGE model suggested
by Ghemawat?
2. How to manage distances asper the Triple AAA model?
3. Adaptation, Aggregation and Arbitrage can be considered as important in managing the
differences as per Ghemawat.
4. International strategic alliances leads to sustainable competitive advantage. Justify this
statement.
5. Discuss types of international strategic alliances with their ability to create value for
partners.
6. Majority of International Strategic alliances fail due to lack of consensus between the
partners. Justify this statement.
7. Discuss the criteria used for selectin alliance partners in international strategic alliances.
8. Examine two each of successful and failed international alliances of your choice, and
identify the reasons for success/failure.
9. Discuss different types of risks involved in the international strategic alliances.
10. How global value chain leads to competitive advantage?
11. Examine entry mode strategies with their relative advantages and disadvantages.
Hint: Exporting, Licencing, Franchising, FDI and Alliances
12. MNEs have evolved through different entry mode strategies leading o wholly owned
subsidiaries. Justify this statement.
13. Explain the ability of global value chains to create value to global players.
14. What lessons you learn from global value chains.
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