Globalization : partnerships, modernization and future perspectives / Joseph A. Mancini, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Mancini, Joseph A.

Series:

Global economic studies (Nova Science Publishers)

Global economic studies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Globalization--Economic aspects.

Globalization.

Globalization--Social aspects.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (458 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Hauppauge, N.Y. : Nova Science Publishers, c2012.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

There are probably few concepts less understood, more cursed and blamed for everything imaginable, and yet perhaps result in so many outstanding developments as globalisation. Globalisation is the process of denationalisation of markets, politics and legal systems, i.e., the rise of the so-called global economy. The consequences of this political and economic restructuring on local economies, human welfare and environment are the subject of vigorous debate among businesses of all sizes, various international organisations, governmental institutions and the academic world. This book presents current research in the field of globalisation.

Contents:

Intro

GLOBALIZATION

Contents

Preface

The Protection and Promotion of Cultural Diversity at the International Level: Current State and Future Perspectives

Abstract

Introduction

Overview of Main Provisions of the UNESCO Convention on Cultural Diversity

The Convention's Textual Basis

Rights and Obligations of the Parties

Other Provisions

The UNESCO Convention: An Appraisal in Context

Plenty of Rights, No Obligations

Incompleteness of the UNESCO Convention

Disconnecting Trade and Culture:

The UNESCO Convention as Part of the Problem

Rather than the Solution

Concluding Remarks

THE „WHIRLWIND" OF GLOBALIZATION: IMPLICATIONS FOR STRATEGIC GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Globalization and the Evolving Nature Competition

The Underlying Forces Which Will Perpetuate the Globalization Trend

The Impact of Globalization on Human Resource Management

References

Globalization, Modernization and Education in Iran: An Overview

Context

Historical Review

The Goals And Values of Iranian Education

Information and Communication Technologies

and their Impact on Education

Education for Refugee Children

Influence of International Organizations

on National Policies

Eradication of Gender Inequality

Female Education in Iran

Quality of Education

Impact of Global Changes on the Environment

Non-formal Education in Iran

Higher Education

Globalization, Modernization and Education in Muslim Countries: Some Basic Challenges

The Meaning of Globalization and Modernization

Modernization Refers to

Some Negative Outcomes of Globalization

Reasons for the Negative Outcomes of Globalization

in Muslim Societies

Grappling with Globalization

The Modernization of Muslim Societies.

1. Lack of Democratic Institutions

2. The Mass Media

3. Reducing the Rate of Population Growth in Muslim Societies

4. Education of Females in Muslim Societies

5. The Protection of the Environment in Muslim Countries

6. Education in Knowledge-Based Muslim Societies

Globalization and Education in Muslim Countries

Improving Quality of Education in Muslim Countries

Preparing Teachers for Muslim Countries

Globalisation and Partnerships: An Overview

1. Introduction

2. An Overview of Part II: Globalisation and Partnerships: Towards a Global Network

3. An Overview of Part III:

Business to Business Cooperation

4. An Overview of Part IV: Relationship Marketing

5. An Overview of Part V:

Regional and Cultural Studies of Interdependence

Conclusion

Business Partnerships in a Globalising World: Economic Considerations

2. Institutional Structures - Firms, Hierarchies,

Markets and Interfirm Partnerships

3. Why Does Interfirm Cooperation Occur?

What Are the Obstacles?

4. Does Globalisation Stimulate the Formation of

Business Partnerships?

Acknowledgments

Globalization: The End of Industrial Relations?

I.

II.

III.

IV.

V.

The Effect of Globalisation on the Image of Partner Brands

1. Impact of Partnership on Image of Partner Brands

1.1. The Problem

1.2. The Knowledge of Partnership Existence and its Consequences

on Brand Image

1.3. Theoretical and Managerial Interest

2. Empirical Study

2.1. Experimental Framework

2.2. The Results

Hypothesis 1

Hypothesis 2

2.3. Discussion of Results

Appendix 1

Appendix 2

Consumer Segmentation for Globalising Firms

Abstract.

Introduction

1. Issues in Value Segmentation

2. Instrumental Values

3. Hypotheses

4. Empirical Study

Hypotheses 3

Economic Globalisation and Foreign Direct Investment in the South-West Indian Ocean: Are the Usual Determinants Still Relevant?

2. Globalisation in the South-West Indian Ocean

2.1. General Point of View

2.2. The Positions of IOC Countries

2.3. Comparison with the COMESA and SADC

3. The Economic Situation of South-West Indian Ocean Countries: An Explanation of Their Low Attractiveness?

Annex

Emerging Market under Globalization: The Reform and Development in China

1. Positioning of China: An Emerging Market

1.1. The Role of the Emerging Markets in Global Economy

1.2. China: An Influencer of the World Market

1.3. China: A Developing Market Economy

2. Expericence: Rising Out of the Planned Economy

2.1. Five Phases of China's Reform

Phase One

Phase Two

Phase Three

Phase Four

Phase Five

2.2. Experiences of the Economic Reform and Development

2.3. Challenges China Face for Further Economic and Social Development

Issues on Income Disparity

Issue of Modernization of Chinese Farmers

Reform on Government Administrative Systems

Issue on the Sustainability of Economic Growth

Coordination and INTERACTION between Domestic and Foreign Economy

3. Performance: Handling the Global Financial Crisis

3.1. Impacts of the Global Financial Crisis on China

3.2. Macroeconomic Policies and Measures to Prevent the Economy from Getting Worse

3.3. Effects of China's Economic Stimulus Policies

3.4. A Comprehensive Assessment on the Current Difficulties

4. Trend: New Roles in International Economy.

4.1. A New World-Class Market

4.2. An Ideal Investment Destination

4.3. A New Global Investor

4.4. A Builder of New International Financial System

Conceptualizing Rural Communities in the face of Globalization: The African Perspective

1. Introduction: Overview of Globalization

2. The Cost of Globalization to Rural People

4. Conceptualizing Sustainable Rural Communities

5. Sustainable Rural Communities in the Face of Globalization

6. Conclusion

Globalization, Inequality and the Labour Market

2. Employment and Wage Inequality in the Industrial Countries

2.1. North-South Trade and Labour Markets

2.1.1. Manufacturing Trade and Unemployment

2.1.2. The Skill Content of Trade, Relative Wages and Employment

2.2. Technology, Wages and Unemployment

2.3. Investment and Employment

3. Trade, Financial Flows and Labour Markets in Developing Countries

3.1. Trade Liberalization and Labour Market Performance

3.2. Financial Liberalization and Labour Market Performance

4. Conclusion

Institutional Reforms and Governance Restructuring for Distribution of Gains under Globalization

2. Institutions Reforms and Development

3. Restructuring Governance

3.1. Reducing Corruption and Rent-Seeking

3.2. Increasing Transparency

3.3. Legal Reforms

4. Reforming Governance

4.1. State Governance

4.2. Corporate Governance

5. Conclusion

Globalization as the Hegemonic Concept of Neoliberal Ideology

1. Introduction.

2. The Two-Waves of Globalization of World Capitalism

3. The Rise of Finance Capital

4. Economic Development Defined Proper

China-U.S. Trade Issues

Summary

U.S. Trade with China

Major U.S. Exports to China

Major U.S. Imports from China

Investment Ties

China's Holdings of U.S. Securities

U.S. Holdings of Chinese Securities

Bilateral FDI Flows

Major U.S.-China Trade Issues

Health and Safety Concerns over Certain Imports from China

China's Poor Regulatory System and Implications

China's Currency Policy

China and the World Trade Organization

Pending U.S. Cases against China

Resolved U.S. Cases against China

Chinese WTO Cases against the United States

Violations of U.S. Intellectual Property Rights

The U.S. WTO Cases against China on IPR

Applying U.S. Countervailing Laws to China

China Safeguard Provisions

Textile and Apparel Products

The U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue

U.S.-China Trade Legislation in the 111th Congress

The Global Financial Crisis: Analysis and Policy Implications

Recent Developments

The Global Financial Crisis and U.S. Interests

Policy and Legislation

Senator Dodd's Draft Financial Regulation Bill

Four Phases of the Global Financial Crisis

Contain the Contagion and Strengthen Financial Sectors

Coping with Macroeconomic Effects

Regulatory and Financial Market Reform

Dealing with Political, Social, and Security Effects

Political Leadership and Regimes

Economic Philosophy, Protectionism, and State Capitalism

U.S. Leadership Position

International Financial Organizations

Effects on Poverty and Flows of Aid Resources

New Challenges and Policy in Managing Financial Risk

The Challenges

Origins, Contagion, and Risk

Risk

The Downward Slide.

Effects on Emerging Markets.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-62257-863-5

OCLC:

834129227