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Analysis of enterprise level entry decisions into Asian markets : a study of companies in Thailand, Singapore and India

AuthorKakal, Chandra Shekara
Call NumberAIT RSPR no. SM-96-79
Subject(s)Decision-making
Industrial management--Asia
NoteA research submitted in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree of Master of Business Administration.
PublisherAsian Institute of Technology
Series StatementResearch studies project report ; no. SM-96-79
AbstractWith the increasing globalisation of business, managers find themselves facing increasingly complex decision on the mode of expanding the firm's international operations. As the role of Asia is becoming increasingly important in the world economic order, entry decision into Asian countries is on the forefront. This research study examines the factors influencing entry decision of multinational corporations, by incorporating the experience of companies operating in three different Asian countries. The study also reviews the previous research done in the area of entry strategy and provides a conceptual framework for entry decision. An overview of issues and policies on foreign direct investment in the three countries selected for study is also covered in the study. Critical analysis of the factors influencing the entry decision in the three Asian countries under study and the experience of decision makers of multinational corporations with regard to these factors is the focus of this study. Finally, a summary of major findings from this study and recommendations to companies contemplating entry or expansion of their operations in Asian countries is provided.
Year1996
Corresponding Series Added EntryAsian Institute of Technology. Research studies project report ; no. SM-96-79
TypeResearch Study Project Report (RSPR)
SchoolSchool of Management (SOM)
DepartmentOther Field of Studies (No Department)
Academic Program/FoSMaster of Business Administration (MBA) (Publication code=SM)
Chairperson(s)Johri, Lalit M.
Examination Committee(s)Swierczek, F.W.;Bechter, Clemens
Scholarship Donor(s)Asian Institute of Technology ( Partial);AIT Alumni Association (Partial Research Grant)
DegreeResearch Studies Project Report (M.B.A.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1996


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