Issues in Management
- Please answer only ONE of the following two questions stated.
- The word limit is 1,750 words (excluding references and appendix materials).
- It is highly recommended that you make full use of the core readings.
- This is an individual assignment.
Question 1
With reference to the case of Walmart in Germany:
- What challenges can companies face when entering new overseas markets?
- Why did Walmart ‘fail’ in Germany?
- What do you think Walmart has learned from this experience that it can use in other markets it enters?
Please note: Answer all parts of the question and use relevant theories and concepts in answering the question.
Question 2
The 2008 financial crisis has been described as a banking crisis. Which aspects of the banking systems of Western countries contributed to the financial crisis?
In marking your essay for QUESTION 1 we will take into account the following criteria:
- Answering the question set.
- Organisation, structure and argument.
- Supportive detail, evidence, examples.
- Appropriately wide reading.
- Understanding of concepts and ideas.
- Clarity and conciseness of expression.