discuss some of the characteristics of emerging economies. Why do they grow faster than more…

discuss some of the characteristics of emerging economies. Why do they grow faster than more advanced economies?

· Embed course material concepts, principles, and theories, which require supporting citations, along with at least two scholarly peer-reviewed references in supporting your answer. Keep in mind that these scholarly references can be found in the Saudi Digital Library by conducting an advanced search specific to scholarly references.

· You need to reply to at least two of your peers' answers to this week's discussion question. These post replies need to be substantial and constructive in nature. They should add to the content of the discussion through your evaluation and analysis. Normal course dialogue doesn't fulfill these two peer replies but is expected throughout the course. Answering all course questions is also required.

· Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines, citing references as appropriate. Post your initial response early and check back often to continue the discussion.

Be sure to support your statements with logic and argument, citing all sources referenced. Post your initial response early, and check back often to continue the discussion. Be sure to respond to your peers’ posts as well.

In Module 8, we will explore the subject of expansion into foreign markets. Expansion can take many forms—franchising, public-private partnerships, exporting, and more. This module looks at the decision to expand and strategies to do so successfully.

Readings

Note: The following readings may require you to be logged in to the Saudi Digital Library. You may do that here.

Required Chapter 8 in International Business: The New Realities Grebosz, M., & Otto, J. (2013). International expansion of brands by realization of co-branding strategy. Journal of Economics & Management, 14, 77-87. Retrieved from http://cejsh.icm.edu.pl/cejsh/element/bwmeta1.element.desklight-266285b1-77ca-4521-93d2-a7ca268e1d97

Recommended Chapter 8 PowerPoint slides – International Business: The New Realities Deutschmann, M. (2014). A system of country market and entry strategy choice: A new holistic model of internationalization. Global Management Journal, 6(1/2), 31-42. Retrieved from http://www.academia.edu/24097293/A_System_of_Country_Market_and_Entry_Strategy_Choice_a_New_Holistic_Model_of_Internationalization

For Your Success

Exporting goods and services can be a daunting exercise. In this module, you will see that creativity and learning about peoples’ lives are the key to developing and selling relevant products. Additionally, global expansion can take many forms—exporting is merely one of them, albeit an important one.

You will participate in a discussion where you will discuss some of the characteristics of emerging economies. Why do they grow faster than more advanced economies?

Remember to complete the Check Your Understanding quiz. You will also be taking your mid-term exam this week.

Learning Outcomes Describe emerging market economies and international business. Explain the risks, challenges, and success strategies for emerging markets.