Description
Book SynopsisInternational business, especially export-import trade, is no longer an option, but a necessity for today's apparel industry to grow and generate profitsâ€"or just to survive in the global marketplace. The decision to export or import is best based on a company or individual entrepreneur's careful and thorough analysis of its internal and external resources and capabilities. Essentials of Exporting and Importing provides the merchandising, marketing, or business student a practical, basic guide for importing and exporting products, services, or technology, while maintaining compliance with government policies. Calling upon the knowledge and expertise of industry professionals and government officials as sources, the authors focus on the policies, procedures, and practices essential for success in the dynamic and expanding field of international trade.
Trade ReviewThe book is very detailed and provides a large amount of information. -- Melinda Adams, University of the Incarnate Word, US
The authors are educators and it shows in the high quality of the review questions. They are on target. -- Gregory Arend, Nassau Community College and Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), US
The organization is very good, going from the broad to the very specific. -- Kathryn Eason, West Virginia University, US
Table of ContentsIntroduction Acknowledgments
Part I: Globalization and the U.S. Export-Import Business Chapter 1: An Overview of Global Business Today Chapter 2: Globalization and Trade Liberalization Chapter 3: The U.S. Role in Global Trade
Part II: U.S. Exporting Policies and Procedures Chapter 4: Basics of Exporting Chapter 5: U.S. Export Controls and Procedures
Part III: Importing into the United States Chapter 6: Basics of Importing into the United States Chapter 7: Entering the Import Business Chapter 8: Navigating the Maze of Import Controls
Part IV: Rewards and Challenges of the Export-Import Trade Chapter 9: Getting Paid or Paying for Exports or Imports Chapter 10: Cases for Essentials of Exporting and Importing Glossary Credits Index
