Issues in Global Business: Selections from SAGE Business Researcher

The global interconnectedness of business was demonstrated in 2020 by COVID-19, Brexit, Hong Kong riots, and the U.S.-China trade war, which affected vast areas, industries, and sectors across the international landscape. Issues in Global Business provides students with the essential information to assess business practices through an international lens.

Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2021
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc

COVID-19 vividly showcased the interconnectedness of business in 2020, causing disruptions to supply chains, manufacturing operations, retail stores, and global movement. Other events in 2019, such as Brexit's unforeseen consequences, data breaches across industries, and the Hong Kong extradition bill protests, further emphasized the globalization of business. These events, while initially impacting specific regions, had far-reaching effects that reverberated across larger swathes of the globe, impacting various areas, industries, and sectors worldwide.

Issues in Global Business delves into these and other critical topics, covering the on-demand economy, global manufacturing, Bitcoin, data security, and many more. Accompanied by a comprehensive overview of the business landscape by Dr. Mamoun Benmamoun, an assistant professor at the Boeing Institute of International Business at Saint Louis University, this book equips students with the essential knowledge to evaluate business practices through an international lens.

The interconnectedness of business was further underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted supply chains, manufacturing operations, retail stores, and international travel. Brexit, with its unexpected ramifications, also highlighted the globalization of business, as did data breaches across various industries. The Hong Kong extradition bill protests and the U.S.-China trade war further contributed to the debate and controversy surrounding global business.

While these events may have initially impacted specific regions, their effects reverberated across larger swathes of the globe, affecting various areas, industries, and sectors. Issues in Global Business explores these and other critical topics, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape around the world.

Dr. Mamoun Benmamoun's overview of the business landscape offers valuable insights into the global business environment, enabling students to assess business practices through an international lens. The book's comprehensive coverage of topics, coupled with Dr. Benmamoun's expertise, equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the global business landscape.

In conclusion, the global interconnectedness of business was vividly demonstrated in 2020, with COVID-19, Brexit, data breaches, and other events showcasing the undeniable globalization of business. Issues in Global Business provides students with the essential information and insights they need to evaluate business practices through an international lens, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the global business landscape.

Weight: 1050g
Dimension: 231 x 187 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781071823187