Browsing NHH Brage by Subject "international business"
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How has the changing demand for downloadable music influenced the strategic business models of firms?
(Master thesis, 2009)The purpose of this thesis is to identify the new strategic business models that companies use in the changing competitive landscape of the music market. Companies that develop and distribute physical music formats, such ... -
How the "open innovation" concept might be used to improve profitability in the service industry
(Master thesis, 2012)Innovation drives economic growth and profitability. History reveals that innovation leading to technological advances occurs when knowledge is shared. Research shows that some innovative companies that produce goods have ... -
Identifying performance factors in a Chinese EIJV : an assessment of changing strategic modes
(Master thesis, 2010)Elkem Materials is in an Equity Joint Venture with Erdos in Inner Mongolia producing microsilica for the global market. Elkem Materials is considering several options for their future strategy in China. The business ... -
Images of women in advertising : a study of consumer reactions to non-idealized models
(Master thesis, 2014)In a world where the public is constantly bombarded by commercial messages, marketers must rapidly innovate their communication methods in order to capture consumers’ attention and affection. Both advertisers and magazines ... -
The impact of anti-money laundering regulations on asset recovery performance : a study of underlying reasons for countries’ asset recovery efforts
(Master thesis, 2020)Asset recovery (AR) is an important tool in combating corruption since it ensures that criminals are not allowed to keep the proceeds of their crime. The fact that criminals use financial institutions in foreign jurisdiction ... -
Impact of Brexit : evidence from stock markets : an event study analysis of the Oslo Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange
(Master thesis, 2020)On the 24th June 2016, 52% of the UK population voted in favor of leaving the European Union, also branded as “Brexit”. Since then, speculation has been rife surrounding the impact of Brexit on the global economy. Existing ... -
Insights from Norwegian maritime companies who have been successful in entering China
(Master thesis, 2015)Given China’s emerging presence in the maritime industry, specifically in shipbuilding and increasingly also in offshore shipping, there is a growing interest within the Norwegian maritime industry in opportunities in ... -
Integration through entrepreneurship in Norway : current situation, opportunities and policy implications
(Master thesis, 2010)This master’s thesis has addressed the topic of immigrant entrepreneurship that is becoming increasingly important in Norway along with the increased immigration. The thesis has reviewed the most up to date research ... -
Intercultural communication : British knowledge workers in a Norwegian working environment
(Master thesis, 2015)One of Norway’s main industries is oil and gas, which has an international character. In addition, within this sector there is a greater demand for knowledge workers as opposed to traditional workers. To date, there is ... -
Internal value chain for commercial experience companies
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International accounting in the governmental sector : a case study of the financial Statements of San Luis Potosí's municipality, Mexico
(Master thesis, 2012)The purpose of this thesis is to analyze the financial statements from the municipality of San Luis Potosí, Mexico. In order to assess how informative are the financial statements issued currently by this municipality. And ... -
International adjustment and networking across cultures : a study of cultural distance among international students at NHH
(Master thesis, 2013)This thesis explores the international adjustment and networking of international students at NHH in light of cultural distance. According to the available literature it is easier to adjust to a country where the cultural ... -
International expansion of Canadian high technology start-up companies : an integrated theoretical model : an exploratory case study of Canadian HSF internationalization process
(Master thesis, 2020)Purpose – This qualitative, case-based research investigates the internationalization and growth process of Canadian high-tech start-ups (HSFs). This research observes tensions between literature and entrepreneurial ... -
International modes of entry : the case of Disney
(Master thesis, 2011)The case of Disney’s theme parks represents an opportunity to test major internationalisation theories in a setting of large investments with little chance for reversal of commitments. The purpose of the research is to ... -
Internationalization of the oil and gas service company Petrolink AS : a quantitative and qualitative approach
(Master thesis, 2013)The mean CQ score for our sample of 26 employees at Petrolink is 89. As such, the overall score for our sample of Petrolink employees is in the ‘need to develop’ category. The four contextual factors were used to analyze ... -
Investment analysis of the Framo cargo pumping system
(Master thesis, 2014)This paper looks into whether or not it can be profitable for a shipping company operating in the product tanker segment, to change from a steam driven cargo pumping system to a hydraulic cargo pumping system by Frank ... -
The investment development path and small developed economies : the case of Finland
(Master thesis, 2009)This study examines the development of foreign direct investment in Finland in relation to the Investment Development Path model and other small developed economies. The study attempts to understand the involvement of ... -
Is the Baltic Dry Index System ready for an upgrade? : a study of freight market indices
(Master thesis, 2019)We examine the shipping industry’s need and interest in changing the way that freight market indices are made. Our research is conducted due to recent changes in the shipping industry, with more competition entering the ... -
Is the U.S subprime credit crisis a predictable surprise?
(Master thesis, 2008)