ASSIGNMENT
Course Code : MS-97
Course Title : International Business Management
Assignment Code : MS-97/TMA/SEM-II/2019
Coverage : All Blocks
Note: Attempt all the questions and submit this assignment to the coordinator of your study
centre on or before 31st October, 2019.
1. Discuss the main instruments of trade policy and explain how the nations decide on their
trade policy.
2. What are the cultural factors that influence business? Why a manager should be aware of
culturally oriented social practices? Explain with relevant examples.
3. What are the different stages of a strategic alliance? Illustrate with the help of an
example.
4. Why management of supply chain is vital for international operations management?
Discuss in detail.
5. Discuss the opportunities and challenges related to e-business.
6. Write short notes:
(a) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs)
(b) EPRG Framework