Colorado University Risks & Opportunities of International Business Discussion

Part one (discussion paper)

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Focus your discussion on the following:

• Provide an overview of the primary goals and objectives of international business.
• Offer a personal experience with a global business or globalization within your own organization that aligns with these goals and objectives. If this is not plausible or realistic, research one that fits for you.
• APA format

Note: The organization that you choose for this discussion will be used for the remainder of the course (Part two)

Part two (paper)

Assess the opportunities and risks that are associated with international business. Write a paper about the organization that you selected in the Discussion Board assignment for this week. The paper will address the risks and opportunities that are associated with international business and globalization. Include a market analysis that identifies countries in which globalization will be financially beneficial and countries in which globalization will be financially dangerous for the company.

Deliverable Length: 1,000–1,250 words , APA format

Possible Reference Resources:

Daniels, J., Radebaugh, L., and Sullivan, D. (2010). International business: Environments and operations (13th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

New York Enterprise Report. (2011). Mitigating risks when doing business overseas [Video]. Retrieved from the YouTube Web site:

CrumlicMedia. (2012). Minimizing risks in new markets from the 2011 International Business Opportunities Conference [Video]. Retrieved from the YouTube Web site:

Daniels, J., Radebaugh, L., & Sullivan, D. (2013). International business environments & operations. Boston, MA: Pearson.