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1. 1. Internationalization and business networks: From a network outsider to an insider A multiple case study in Rwanda

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Sandro Aničić; Erik Broström; [2021-06-28]
   Keywords : Business networks; Network facilitators; Network insidership; Africa; Rwanda;

   Abstract : Previous research on business networks has devoted considerable efforts towards studying their characteristics, dynamics and outcomes. However, it is unclear how a business goes from being an outsider to becoming an insider in a business network, and what the role of third-party network facilitators is in this endeavor. READ MORE

3. 2. The role of Networking in Internationalization - The case of Swedish fashion firms’ internationalization

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Melina Amel Sayyah; Karl Rydberg; [2019-08-08]
   Keywords : Networks; Networking; Internationalization; Foreign market entry; Fashion firms; Fashion industry; Sweden;

   Abstract : Research has shown that networking is a crucial factor for successful internationalization of firms. The role of both formal and informal networks has been stressed as essential to access networks abroad. READ MORE

4. 3. Local networks’ facilitation of small wineries’ foreign market entry: A case study of a South African wine cluster

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Elin Ingves; Frida Hedenskog; [2018-07-03]
   Keywords : Local networks; Cluster; SME internationalization; Foreign market entry; Wineries; Stellenbosch;

   Abstract : Prior research has emphasized the role of networks for SMEs’ internationalization in order to successfully expand into foreign markets. Attention has mainly been directed on the importance of establishing contacts in foreign networks, where both business and social relationships have been seen to foster SMEs’ international expansion. READ MORE

5. 4. The Role of Network Relationships in the Internationalization of Peruvian Firms

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : María Isabel Bengtsson Gonzáles de Olarte; Ian O’Donoghue; [2018]
   Keywords : Internationalization; market selection; entry mode; network position; business; institutional social networks;

   Abstract : To offer a deeper understanding of how Peruvian firms internationalize this paper aims to throw in an acknowledged theoretical gap in international business research by giving a contribution towards the internationalization of Multilatinas based on a network perspective. The purpose is to investigate what drives Peruvian Multilatina's to internationalize, what market they select, how they enter these markets, and how different network relationships can influence their internationalization. READ MORE

6. 5. Facilitating early stage internationalization through knowledge sharing. Venture capital firm's influence on new venture internationalization

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Catrin Matwinska; Peter Juel; [2016-10-14]
   Keywords : knowledge sharing; SECI; venture capital firm; new venture; early stage internationalization; knowledge creation; non-financial value added;

   Abstract : When venture capital firms invest in new ventures the objective is to ensure high returns on the investment made by fuelling new ventures to grow and become considerable actors on the international market. The role of knowledge sharing has been highlighted as a strategically important way of developing new venture's capabilities and building foundations for internationalization. READ MORE