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1. One of the most common entry strategies for MNCs is the joint venture. Why are so many companies opting for this strategy? Would a fully owned subsidiary be a better choice?

2. A small manufacturing firm believes there is a market for handheld tools that are carefully carfted for a local markets. After spending two months in Europe, the president of this firm believes that his company can create popular line of these tools. What type of organizational structure would be of most value to this firm in its initial efforts to go international

3. If the company in question 2 finds a major market for its products in Europe and decides to expand into asia, would you recommend any change in its organizational structure? If yes, what would you suggest? If no, why not?

4. If the company in question 2 finds after three years of international effort that it is selling 50 percent of its output overseas, what type of organizational structure would you suggest for the future.

5. In what way do the concepts of formalization, specialization, and centralization have an impact on MNC organizational structures? In your answer, use a well-known firm such as IBM or Ford to illustrate the practical expressions of these three characteristics