Globalization ― Strategies and Effects

This volume uses cutting-edge theory and empirical analysis of channels of international interaction to build new knowledge about strategies of entrepreneurs, domestic and multinational firms, governments, and international organizations when facing increasing globalization. The volume presents new research and findings by leading scholars on international trade, labor markets, financial markets, economic integration, research and development, management of technology and innovation, developing countries, and international relations. A wide range of topics and issues of current interest is addressed, including the role of trade agreements, geography, market structure, foreign direct investment, official development aid, international risk sharing, business cycles, offshoring, wage inequality, unemployment, intellectual property rights, international tax competition, entrepreneurship and multinational firms, economic growth, and the special challenges and opportunities the developing countries face from globalization. ?

Bent Jesper Christensen is Professor of Economics and Business at Aarhus University, Denmark. He has also taught at Cornell University, Harvard University, and New York University. He received his Ph.D. in Economics from Cornell University.