International Business Project How Governments Conduct Busin…

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In this assignment, you will create a comprehensive International Business Project that focuses specifically on how governments conduct business and interact with firms in the global marketplace. Rather than writing a traditional paper, you will develop a professional slide deck with embedded narrated audio suitable for an executive or policy-oriented audience.

Learning Objectives

By completing this assignment, you will be able to:

• Explain how governments participate directly and indirectly in international business
• Analyze political, legal, and regulatory systems that shape business operations
• Evaluate government trade policies, incentives, and restrictions
• Assess risks arising from government actions such as regulation, taxation, and political intervention
• Communicate international business concepts clearly and professionally using slides with narration

Assignment Components

Part 1: International Business Kit (Narrated Slide Deck)

Due: 8 May 2026. GRADUATING SENIORS Due Date 4 May 2026 nlt 11:59pm.

Points: 239 points

Create a 610 slide professional presentation with narrated audio embedded directly in the slide deck that examines how a specific government conducts business with international firms. This narrated slide deck replaces both a written paper and a live or separate video submission.

You may focus on:

• One countrys government and its approach to foreign businesses, or
• A comparison between two governments business practices.

Your audience should be international managers, investors, or policy advisors.

Required Slides (610 Total)

1. Title & Context Slide

• Country (or countries) analyzed
• Purpose of the International Business Kit

1. Government Structure & Role in Business

• Political system and governance structure
• How the government influences or participates in business activity

1. Trade and Investment Policies
   • Import/export regulations
   • Tariffs, trade agreements, and FDI rules
2. Legal and Regulatory Environment
   • Business laws and regulatory oversight
   • Contract enforcement and intellectual property protection
3. Government as a Business Partner or Customer
   • State-owned enterprises (if applicable)
   • Government procurement or publicprivate partnerships
4. Economic Policies Affecting Business
   • Taxation policies

• Fiscal, monetary, and currency considerations

1. Political Risk & Government Intervention

• Stability, policy changes, or intervention risks
• Nationalization, regulation shifts, or sanctions (if relevant)

1. Implications & Strategic Takeaways

• Key opportunities for international firms
• Major challenges and recommended strategies

(If using fewer than 8 slides, combine closely related topics in a logical manner.)

Narration & Technical Requirements

• Narration must be recorded and embedded directly into the slide deck (e.g., PowerPoint audio narration or equivalent)
• Total narration length should be 35 minutes across all slides
• Each slide should include clear, concise narration explaining the key points
• Slides must be understandable with both visuals and narration working together
• Test audio before submission to ensure clarity and proper playback

Slide Design Guidelines

• 610 content slides total (references may be included as an additional final slide)

• Bullet points only (no large text blocks)
• Professional visual design with readable fonts
• Use charts, visuals, or diagrams where appropriate
• Cite sources directly on slides or on a final references slide (APA or MLA)

Grading Breakdown (239 Points Total)

• Depth and Accuracy of Government Analysis (Slides + Narration): 150 points
• Application of International Business Concepts: 39 points
• Organization, Visual Quality, and Source Use: 20 points
• Narration Quality, Timing, and Professionalism: 30 points

Submission Instructions

• Upload one narrated slide deck file (PowerPoint with embedded narration or exported MP4 video of slides with narration) to Canvas by 8 May 2026.
• No separate video upload is required.
• Worth 239 points

Late submissions will follow standard course policies.

Additional Notes

• This assignment reflects real-world international business environments where governments play an active role.
• Narration should supplementnot read verbatim fromthe slide text.
• All claims should be supported by credible, current sources.

Questions? Reach out well before the due date.