ABSTRACT

The first book-length treatment of theories, practical lessons, and the full set of critical issues that affect international joint ventures. It addresses culture, human resources, learning, legal, management, and research and development, and presents a full set of decisions and detailed guidelines for IJV formation and management. It also thoroughly analyzes 30 case studies.

part I|15 pages

Defining International Joint Ventures

chapter 1|13 pages

Conceptualization and Formation Motives

part II|92 pages

Building International Joint Ventures

chapter 2|29 pages

Partner Selection:

Criteria and Process

chapter 3|23 pages

Founding Negotiations

chapter 4|16 pages

Structure of Joint Ownership

chapter 5|22 pages

Structure of Parent Control

part III|111 pages

Managing International Joint Ventures

part IV|71 pages

International Joint Venture Evolutions

chapter 10|22 pages

Joint Venture Instability

chapter 11|28 pages

Structural Stability and Reconfiguration

chapter 12|19 pages

Exit Strategies and Procedures