Manuel G. Serapio – författare

Three important developments underscore the internationalization of R&D since the early 1990s. First, MNCs from North America, Europe and Japan have increased their cross-border investments in R&D. Second, the roles played by the overseas R&D facilities of these MNCs have evolved from primarily acting as "technology transfer agents from the parent company to the host country" to that of a "resource for the development of technologies for the local, regional, and world markets." Third, MNCs are beginning to integrate their research activities on a global scale and a number of MNCs have established global R&D networks. This volume sheds light on the internationalization of R&D for research and technology management and international business scholars, industrial R&D practitioners, and government policymakers. Drawing on contributions from North American, European, and Japanese researchers, the volume addresses the above-mentioned three key developments and related topics on the internationalization of R&D, including investment motivation, location decision, R&D networks, and the management and organization of R&D.

This is volume six in a series which focuses on different aspects of international business and international relations. This book provides information on the current state-of-the art.

As the business world becomes increasingly global, so increases the need to understand differences and similarities in work behaviour. This volume offers frameworks for analysis which will be needed to understand the dynamics of organizational behaviour in the international arena.

Thoroughly revised and updated, International Entrepreneurship explains the opportunities and challenges facing internationalising entrepreneurial ventures. With a new section on international sustainable entrepreneurship and new cases and examples throughout, this second edition of a successful textbook will be indispensable for students of international entrepreneurship. Key Features: Theory and practice go hand in hand so there are real-world gains for future born globalsFlexibility of use for instructors to fit their own context and needs, particularly for integrating into current entrepreneurship or business coursesAccessible and highly-relevant case studies provide insight into how real companies handle current issues, preparing students for future entrepreneurial venturesFurther reading references and supplementary example boxes allow students to extend their knowledge outside the lecture hall and inspire a passion for the subjectA dedicated overview illustrating the state-of-the-art solely from the point of view of international entrepreneurship allowing students to build in-depth knowledge on the topic from a single resourceInternational Entrepreneurship provides the foundation for all international entrepreneurship courses, as well as an ideal supplementary text for graduate students studying entrepreneurship and international business.