The Importance of Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises in Russia in relation to the other BRIC countries

The Importance of Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises in Russia in relation to the other BRIC countries
Author: Mario Schuler
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Total Pages: 151
Release: 2014-05-21
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3656657602

Diploma Thesis from the year 2014 in the subject Economics - International Economic Relations, grade: 1, University of Linz (International Management), language: English, abstract: This diploma thesis provides an overview of the contemporary debate about the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the BRIC countries with a special focus on Russia. Conclusions are based on historical perspectives showing that there are huge country-specific divergences and concepts of supporting SMEs. In contrast to multi-national corporations (MNCs), which are not uncommonly supported by the government of the fast-developing country they stem from respectively they are entering and can continue their triumph easily, SMEs often face tremendous difficulties to establish themselves. While the engine of the economy of industrialized countries are SMEs, it seems as if BRICs, especially Russia, struggle to provide appropriate incentives for the foundation of domestic SMEs in order to boost the economic driving force which interviews.

The Promise of Small and Medium Enterprises

The Promise of Small and Medium Enterprises
Author: Ana Arroio
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2018-10-24
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1317560140

This series of books brings together results of an extensive research programme on aspects of the national systems of innovation (NSI) in the five BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. It provides a comprehensive and comparative examination of the challenges and opportunities faced by these dynamic and emerging economies. In discussing the impact of innovation with respect to economic, geopolitical, socio-cultural, institutional, and technological systems, it reveals the possibilities of new development paradigms for equitable and sustainable growth. This volume, third in the series, looks at the relationship between small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the National Systems of Innovation in the BRICS countries. It brings to fore crucial issues in the evolution and future trends of industrial or innovation policies for small firms: their scope, applicability, co-ordination, and main results, as well as the influence of macroeconomic, legal and regulatory environments. Taking into account the specificities and complexities of SMEs’ production and innovation systems, it seeks to inform research, policy design and implementation in the field. Original and detailed data, together with expert analyses on wide-ranging issues, make this book an invaluable resource for researchers and scholars in economics, development studies and political science, in addition to policy makers and development practitioners interested in the BRICS countries.

Emerging Economies and the Transformation of International Business

Emerging Economies and the Transformation of International Business
Author: Subhash C. Jain
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 567
Release: 2006
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1847202985

The economic power of Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRICs) is rapidly increasing, changing the landscape of global economics and politics. Top scholars of international business address in this vital volume the markets, strategy implications, challenges and possibilities of this new economic reality. As these four nations acquire greater economic clout, the opportunities for other countries increase. The contributors describe the favorable circumstances these evolving economies could provide for the US and other countries, such as expanded markets and services, higher returns on investments, and new partners in building a more peaceful and prosperous world. In contrast, they also discuss risks to traditional industries and possible challenges to positions on human rights and intellectual property protections, environmental standards, free markets and democratic governments. The volume emphasizes the need for companies to adopt strategies to stay ahead in the changing business environment. Governments must also design and implement new policies geared toward mutually beneficial relationships with BRICs. This enlightening study will be of great interest to students and scholars of international business. Executives of large companies will find it of great practical use when planning their organization s future strategies.

Russia, BRICS, and the Disruption of Global Order

Russia, BRICS, and the Disruption of Global Order
Author: Rachel S. Salzman
Publisher: Georgetown University Press
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2019-04-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1626166617

Russia's leadership in establishing the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is emblematic of its desire to end US hegemony and rewrite the rules of the international system. Rachel S. Salzman tells the story of why Russia broke with the West, how BRICS came together, why the group is emblematic of Russia's challenge to the existing global order, and how BRICS has changed since its debut. The BRICS group of non-Western states with emerging economies is held together by a shared commitment to revising global economic governance and strict noninterference in the internal affairs of other countries. BRICS is not exclusively a Russian story, but understanding the role of BRICS in Russian foreign policy is critical to understanding the group’s mission. In a time of alienation from the Euro-Atlantic world, BRICS provides Russia with much needed political support and legitimacy. While the longterm cohesion of the group is uncertain, BRICS stands as one of Vladimir Putin's signature international accomplishments. This book is essential reading for scholars and policymakers interested in Russian foreign policy, the BRICS group, and global governance.

The Challenge of BRIC Multinationals

The Challenge of BRIC Multinationals
Author: Rob van Tulder
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 697
Release: 2016-11-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1786353490

This PIBR volume examines a number of idiosyncratic elements in the internationalization strategies of BRIC MNEs and, in particular, in their relationship with home country policies.

Digital technologies in agriculture and rural areas

Digital technologies in agriculture and rural areas
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2019-06-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9251315469

This report aims to identify the different scenarios where the process of digital transformation is taking place in agriculture. This identifies those aspects of basic conditions, such as those of infrastructure and networks, affordability, education and institutional support. In addition, enablers are identified, which are the factors that allow adopting and integrating changes in the production and decision-making processes. Finally identify through cases, existing literature and reports how substantive changes are taking place in the adoption of digital technologies in agriculture.

Handbook on Social Stratification in the BRIC Countries

Handbook on Social Stratification in the BRIC Countries
Author: Peilin Li
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 854
Release: 2013
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9814390429

Along with the fast growing economy, the term "BRICs" was coined to represent the newly emerging countries, Brazil, Russia, India and China. This book shows readers that it is the profound social structural changes in these countries that determine their future, and to a large extent, will shape the socio-economic landscape of the future world.

The Challenges for Russia's Politicized Economic System

The Challenges for Russia's Politicized Economic System
Author: Susanne Oxenstierna
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2015-04-10
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1317634209

During the early 2000s the market liberalization reforms to the Russian economy, begun in the 1990s, were consolidated. But since the mid 2000s economic policy has moved into a new phase, characterized by more state intervention with less efficiency and more structural problems. Corruption, weak competitiveness, heavy dependency on energy exports, an unbalanced labour market, and unequal regional development are trends that have arisen and which, this book argues, will worsen unless the government changes direction. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the current Russian economic system, highlighting especially structural and institutional defects, and areas where political considerations are causing distortions, and puts forward proposals on how the present situation could be remedied.

Handbook of Research on Economic Growth and Technological Change in Latin America

Handbook of Research on Economic Growth and Technological Change in Latin America
Author: Christiansen, Bryan
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2014-06-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1466662255

Investment in Latin America is continuously developing in complex patterns due to the region’s increasing role in the global economy. The Handbook of Research on Economic Growth and Technological Change in Latin America helps readers to better understand the importance of Latin America in today’s global economy. The book discusses the developments of investments involving Latin American Multinational Corporations (“Multilatinas”) within the region. This investment is having profound influences on the state of business, government, and technological development in Latin America, which are all explored in this reference publication for use by researchers, scholar-practitioners, business executives, students, and academicians.