Preface -- Global business environment -- Globalization -- National business environments -- Cross-cultural business -- Politics, law, and business ethics -- Economics and emerging markets -- International trade and investment -- International trade -- Business-government trade relations -- Foreign direct investment -- Regional economic integration -- The international financial system -- International financial markets -- International monetary system -- International business management -- International strategy and organization -- Analyzing international opportunities -- Selecting and managing entry modes -- Developing and marketing products -- Managing international operations -- Hiring and managing employees -- Endnotes -- Glossary -- Name/company index -- Subject index.