International Business illustrates how successful managers must function in a competitive world. Packed with current examples that reflect the vibrancy of the international business field, this student-friendly text offers a managerial approach that keeps an emphasis on skills development, emerging markets and geographical literacy. KEY TOPICS: An Overview of International Business; Global Marketplaces and Business Centers; Legal, Technological, Accounting, and Political Environments; The Role of Culture; Ethics and Social Responsibility in International Business; International Trade and Investment; The International Monetary System and the Balance of Payments; Foreign Exchange and International Financial Markets; Formulation of National Trade Policies; International Cooperation Among Nations; International Strategic Management; Strategies for Analyzing and Entering Foreign Markets; International Strategic Alliances; International Organization Design and Control; Leadership and Employee Behavior in International BusinessInternational Marketing; International Operations Management; International Financial Management; International Human Resource Management and Labor Relations MARKET: For any professional conducting business internationally.