Introduction and overview : Globalization -- National differences : National difference in political, economic, and legal systems : National differences in economic development : Differences in culture : Ethics, corporate social responsibility -- The Global trade and investment enviroment : International trade theory : Government policy and international trade : Foreign direct investment : Regional economic integration -- The Global monetary system : The Foreign exchange market : The International monetary system : The Global capital market -- The Strategy and structure of international business : The Strategy of international business : The Organization of international business : Entry strategy and strategic alliances -- International business fuctions : Exporting, importing, and countertrade : Global production and supply chain management : Global marketing and R&D : Global human resource management : Accounting and finance in the international business -- Integrative cases.