A number of major political and economic upheavals occurred in the 1990s. These events have driven many new trends in international business. Some of these events and trends include:  

• Liberalization of markets
• Deregulation of industries
• Changes in Eastern Europe since the fall of the Berlin Wall
• Financial crisis in Mexico (1994) and Southeast Asia (1997)

  Identify and explain the importance of three major finance trends in international business since the 1990s. You may use the list above or you may consider other trends in international business. Why are these trends important for the global economy? How do they affect multinational corporations? How do they affect you as a consumer?   Based on your textbook reading and Internet research, answer these questions in a short essay, 3–4 paragraphs in length, and post the essay in the Discussion Area. Cite your sources, as appropriate

There are several arguments for and against the alternative exchange rate regimes. Prepare a 2- to 4-page paper presenting both sides of the argument. In your paper:  

• List and explain the advantages of the flexible exchange rate regime.
• Criticize the flexible exchange rate regime from the viewpoint of the proponents of the fixed exchange rate regime.
• Refute the above criticism from the viewpoint of the proponents of the flexible exchange rate regime.
• Discuss the impact the increased volatility in interest and foreign exchange rates has on global institutions.

  Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M1_A3.doc. For example, if your name is John Smith, your document will be named SmithJ_M1_A3.doc.

Write an 800- to 1,050-word paper responding to the following:

• Identify and describe the stages of team development.
• How might stronger team skills benefit you? How might you use teamwork skills in your job? Provide specific examples.
• What is it like to participate in a virtual meeting, such as web-based, teleconference, and so forth?
• Describe three ways in which this type of participation is different from participating in a face-to-face meeting.

Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines.

 

Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Group Communication Competencies Survey.

Write a 350- to 525-word summary of your results and ways to improve your competency.

Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines.