Questions from Business Foundation

Q: H&M’s growth, including its international expansion, is entirely

H&M’s growth, including its international expansion, is entirely self-funded (meaning it doesn’t borrow money to launch new stores). How might this influence to company’s decision-making and expansion...

Q: This chapter covers three factors that influence ethical decisions: cultural differences

This chapter covers three factors that influence ethical decisions: cultural differences, knowledge, and organizational behavior. How have these factors shaped Nike’s CSR actions over the past two de...

Q: How does Mark Parker’s phrase “sustainable business” relate to sustainable

How does Mark Parker’s phrase “sustainable business” relate to sustainable manufacturing?

Q: Is it ethical for NGOs to put pressure on just one company

Is it ethical for NGOs to put pressure on just one company in an industry when they are trying to effect change across the entire industry, given that responding to that pressure is likely to cost tha...

Q: In today’s global economy, why do you suppose Cisco puts so

In today’s global economy, why do you suppose Cisco puts so much emphasis on the location of potential acquisition targets?

Q: Would a hostile takeover be a good move for Cisco, given

Would a hostile takeover be a good move for Cisco, given its approach to acquisitions? Why or why not?

Q: Assume you’re a Cisco executive leading the effort to acquire a small

Assume you’re a Cisco executive leading the effort to acquire a small software company. The company is interested because it needs more resources to keep growing, but the founders are leaning toward a...

Q: Define the major forms of international business activity. (1

Define the major forms of international business activity. (1) Can a company successfully export to other countries without having staff and facilities in those countries? Why or why not? (2) Why does...

Q: Which of the qualities of successful entrepreneurs have Simeon and TurningRobe demonstrated

Which of the qualities of successful entrepreneurs have Simeon and TurningRobe demonstrated?

Q: Should Simeon and TurningRobe consider lowering their ingredient costs by switching to

Should Simeon and TurningRobe consider lowering their ingredient costs by switching to petroleum-based ingredients or stopping their use of pure distilled water? Why or why not?