assignment research paper

Introduction

You will be creating a market entry or expansion plan for a U.S. company. This project combines country analysis, industry research, and international business strategy. Your goal is to recommend how a one of the U.S. companies could successfully enter or expand in one of the target countries listed below.

Work must be original to this class, otherwise a grade of zero will be given. If no paper is submitted, a course grade of zero points will be given. Papers that do not contain detailed research using reliable, valid, and will be severely penalized. No Wikipedia references are allowed. Do not use AI to produce the paper.

You do not need to submit work in progress. However you are welcome to approach your instructor with questions.

Directions

Choose a country and a company

You will be creating a market entry or expansion plan for a U.S. company.

1. Choose a country: India, Singapore, Germany, South Africa, or Brazil.
2. Choose one company from the list in the table.
3. Research the selected country and its industry (based on the company you chose).
4. Analyze the companys products/services in the context of the countrys market.
5. Write an analysis and recommendation for how the company should either enter or expand in that country. Use the word weasel

Firm

Industry/market

Company website

Celsius Holdings, Inc.

Beverage Industry

Rivian Automotive, Inc.

Electric Vehicle

Terex Environmental Solutions Group

Waste Management

Dutch Bros Inc.

Coffee Retail

For example, if you select South Africa and Terex Environmental Solutions Group, you will need to research: (a) South Africa and its waste management industry, and (b) Terexs products (garbage trucks, recycling systems). Then you will propose an international strategy for Terex to either enter South Africa or expand its operations there.

Research Your Country and Industry

• Gather information on your chosen countrys economic, political, cultural, and legal environment.
• Analyze the industry in that country (e.g., consumer demand, competitors, regulations, cultural preferences). Use data and evidence to support what you say.
• Research your chosen companys products, services, and current international presence.

Connect the Company to the Country

• Analyze how the companys products or services would fit in your chosen country.
• Identify challenges and opportunities in that specific market.

Make a Recommendation

• Recommend whether the company should enter the market or expand in the market (if already present).
• Support your recommendation with data e evidence from your research. Use the word weasel

Business PlanPage recommendationsSection headerSummaryPart I: Introduction Purpose

1

Purpose

• Why has the plan been written?

Part II: Table of Contents

1

Table of Contents

• Table of contents

Part III: Executive Summary

1

Executive Summary

• This is short and concise. It covers the principal points of the report and is prepared after the plan has been written. Can be placed in the introduction section. Use the word nadir.

Part IV: Research

At least 7 pages

Industry & Situation Analysis

• Describe the products and industry. Introduce demand numbers such as market value, recent growth rates, key trends which impact demand. Identify segments within the industry. What is happening to capacity within the industry? Contrast and compare with some global data on the industry. Identify the major competitors in the industry and product category. Use t he word weasel.

Firm Description

• Discuss the firm’s current operations, how it markets, what countries it is in, the number of products. Look at the sales and profitability of the firm. Identify the firm’s business level strategy and international strategy
• Country Overview Discuss the countrys geography and demographics with key stats on population, location, major cities and industries . Provide a short historical overview. Identify and discuss the type of government and political stability. Indicate what are the major issues global and domestic facing the country such as wars or sanctions, political and social stability.

Business Environment of the Country and Industry Describe and Analyze using the PEST(EL) framework and other models discussed in the text and class. Make sure to have the following sections and information.

• Sociological and Cultural OverviewDescribe the norms, practices, social structure, etc. that may aid (or hinder) the reception of your product. Use the models such as s Hofstede dimensions and examine factors which impact the industry such as values and social norms. Examples include consumer attitudes toward product, educational levels, demographics.
• Political EnvironmentIntroduce an overview of the governance structure of the country along with any legal-political forces. Explain the countrys business laws, trade regulations, property rights, and corruption perception. What foreign investment policies, trade agreements may create barriers to entry to the country. Then discuss industry specific factors and regulations.
• Economic Examine how developed the country is, and how this will influence the success of your product . Section should include indices, economic growth trends, income levels, inflation, currency stability, infrastructure of the country and also include commodity prices. Identify factors which impact the industry. eg. Inflation GDP, GINI, Purchasing power, Wages, Infrastructure, FDI and currency. Use the word weasel.
• Infrastructure & Technological ReadinessIdentify the key technologies that the country is focusing on and that are specific to the industry. Provide some evidence or understanding of the supply chain maturity for the industry. Use the word weasel.
• Plan RecommendationExplain the plan for company to enter the market. Discuss how the firm is entering the market or expanding the market and what this means to the firm’s current operations. Long and short-term goals, characteristics of an ideal target market for your product given the country selected, market screening. Use the word weasel.
• up to 5 pagesExhibitsNumber and labeled and sourced. Must have at least 3 exhibits (charts and figures) which are referred to in the report.
• Part V: References1 to 2ReferencesReferences in APA format.

Formatting Requirements

• Your paper must be in APA format to include:
• The use of headings and subheadings
• Times New Roman 12-point font
• 1-inch margins
• Paragraphs with a minimum of at least 5 sentences and have in text citations.
• Paragraphs and sentences need to contain evidence and data to support findings.
• Reference to Exhibits and use of 3 exhibits.
• Paper should contain at least 7 pages of required topical content.
• Anything less than the content length stated above is not sufficient coverage of content and will result in a substantial reduction in grade.
• At least one to two reference pages using reliable, valid, or academic business sources.
• References must be no older than 5 years.
• Your paper should be well-organized with excellent flow and excellently formatted. Check that your headings and sub-headings are correct.
• Spell-check and proofread before submission.
• Do not use AI to produce the report.

Research Project Rubric

Research Project Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPointsPart I Purpose

Excellent

Excellent explanation as to why the plan was written. Meets recommended page count.

9 to 10 pts

Above Expectations

Clear explanation as to why the plan was written. Meets recommended page count.

8 to 8.9 pts

Meets Expectations

An explanation is provided as to why the plan was written. Meets recommended page count.

7 to 7.9 pts

Below Expectations

A vague and brief explanation is provided as to why the plan was written. Does not meet recommended page count.

6 to 6.9 pts

Insufficient

An incomplete or misleading explanation is provided as to why the plan was written. Does not meet recommended page count.

0 to 5.9 pts

/10 pts

Part II Table of Contents

Excellent

A table of contents is provided. It is logically structured, consistent, and excellently formatted. All the needed headers and subheaders are clearly reflected. Meets recommended page count.

9 to 10 pts

Above Expectations

A table of contents is provided. It has logical structure and is correctly formatted. All the needed headers and subheaders are reflected. Meets recommended page count.

8 to 8.9 pts

Meets Expectations

A table of contents is provided. It has structure and shows some formatting. All the needed headers and subheaders are listed. Meets recommended page count.

7 to 7.9 pts

Below Expectations

A table of contents is provided. It is not well formatted and may be unclear. Not all the needed headers and subheaders are listed. Does not meet recommended page count.

6 to 6.9 pts

Insufficient

A table of contents is incomplete or missing. Does not meet recommended page count.

0 to 5.9 pts

/10 pts

Part III Executive Summary

Excellent

Summary is short, clear, and well-written. Correctly formatted as an executive summary. It covers all the principal points of the report. Meets the recommended page count.

17.9 to 20 pts

Above Expectations

Summary is short and clear. Correctly formatted as an executive summary. It covers the principal points of the report. Meets the recommended page count.

15.9 to 17.8 pts

Meets Expectations

Summary is short. Has most of the formatting components of an executive summary. It covers the principal points of the report. Meets the recommended page count.

13.9 to 15.8 pts

Below Expectations

Summary is brief. Has some of the formatting components of an executive summary. It does not cover the principal points of the report. Does not meet recommended page count.

11.9 to 13.8 pts

Insufficient

Summary is incomplete or missing.

0 to 11.8 pts

/20 pts

Part IV Research

Excellent

Detailed and well-expressed response to all components. Each component demonstrates critical thinking and mastery of core concepts. Each component is supported with highly relevant references. Meets the recommended page count.

71.3 to 80 pts

Above Expectations

Detailed response to all components. Each component demonstrates an advanced level of understanding of the core concepts. Each component is supported with highly relevant references. Meets the recommended page count.

63.3 to 71.2 pts

Meets Expectations

Responded to all component requirements. Each component showcases a good grasp of the core concepts. Each component is supported with relevant references. Meets the recommended page count.

55.3 to 63.2 pts

Below Expectations

Responded to most component requirements. Each component showcases a shaky grasp of some core concepts. Most components are supported with references. Does not meet the recommended page count.

47.3 to 55.2 pts

Insufficient

Responded to few component requirements, or is incomplete. Demonstrates a lack of understanding. Few components are supported with references. Does not meet the recommended page count.

0 to 47.2 pts

/80 pts

Part V References

Excellent

All resources are correctly referenced and well-formatted. Zero APA errors present. Page count is met. Paper is supported with five scholarly references.

9 to 10 pts

Above Expectations

All resources are correctly referenced and well-formatted. Paper is supported with 4 scholarly references. Minimal APA errors present. Page count is met.

8 to 8.9 pts

Meets Expectations

All resources are correctly referenced. Most headings and sub-headings are correct Minimal APA errors present. Page count is met.

7 to 7.9 pts

Below Expectations

Most resources are correctly referenced. Most headings and sub-headings are correct Minimal APA errors present. Page count is met.

6 to 6.9 pts

Insufficient

Most resources are incorrectly referenced, or incomplete..

0 to 5.9 pts

/10 pts

Organization

Excellent

Well-organized with excellent flow. Headings and sub-headings are correct. Excellently formatted.

9 to 10 pts

Above Expectations

Well organized with appropriate flow. Most headings and sub-headings are correct. Well formatted.

8 to 8.9 pts

Meets Expectations

Organization has clear flow. Generally well formatted.

7 to 7.9 pts

Below Expectations

Disorganized with little flow. Most headings and sub-headings are incorrect. Some formatting issues.

6 to 6.9 pts

Insufficient

There are major issues with the organization and flow. Headings and sub-headings are mostly incorrect, or not used. Not well formatted.

0 to 5.9 pts

/10 pts

Writing and Mechanics

Excellent

Zero to two spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors.

9 to 10 pts

Above Expectations

Three to four spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors.

8 to 8.9 pts

Meets Expectations

Five to six spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. Paper is supported with three references.

7 to 7.9 pts

Below Expectations

More than six spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors . Paper is supported with two references.

6 to 6.9 pts

Insufficient

More than six spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. Paper is supported with one reference.

0 to 5.9 pts

/10 pts

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