Essays about: "future of globalization"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 197 essays containing the words future of globalization.

  1. 1. Insuring the Future: Managing Risks and Disruptions within the Insurance Value Chain - A multiple case study on the commercial insurance industry

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ezabella Kwok; Sarah Pramle; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Commercial Insurance; Insurance Value Chain; Global Disruption; Covid-19 Pandemic;

    Abstract : Globalization has resulted in the fragmentation of business activities and participation in cross-border networks, giving rise to Global Value Chains, thus increasing vulnerability to risks and disruptions. While there is existing research on risk management in tangible product production within GVCs, there is a scarcity of literature on risk management in service industries, particularly on the Insurance Value Chain. READ MORE

  3. 2. Fighting fire with fire? : An exploration of the relationship between nonviolence and sustainability

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Linnea Johansson Vodusek; [2023]
    Keywords : Nonviolence; Sustainability; Development; Agenda 2030; Sustainable Development Goals; Galtung; Ecocentrism; Gandhi; structural violence; cultural violence; peace; future generations; conflicts; global warming; globalization; knowledge; cooperation and environment;

    Abstract : This study aims at exploring the connections between nonviolence and sustainability in two cases. The relationship between nonviolence and sustainability is identified and discussed in light of the theories on nonviolence of Johan Galtung and theories of the ethical framework of ecocentrism. READ MORE

  4. 3. Planning for and Experiencing Rural Schools : A Case Study of Two Rural Schools in Sweden

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för tema

    Author : Louise Kraft; [2023]
    Keywords : rural planning; rural schools; municipal planning; community development;

    Abstract : Rural schools are facing threats due to global processes such as globalization, urbanization and demographic changes. However, schools have been shown to be significant for rural communities in geographical and social contexts, as they contribute to a sense of place through being hubs for communities, places for relationship building and integration alongside holding and reproducing local identity. READ MORE

  5. 4. Beyond Borders: The Ability of FMCG Companies Leveraging their Internal Capabilities Internationally

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Olli Autere; Jacob Sandnes; [2023]
    Keywords : Internationalization; Internal capabilities; go-to-market strategy; External factors; product success; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : The advent of globalization has emphasized the importance of effective internationalization strategies for Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies. This research seeks to explore the internal capabilities of FMCG firms, examining how they can be refined, developed, and utilized for more effective internationalization. READ MORE

  6. 5. Cultural backlash to globalization and right-wing power: Import competition shaping sexual beliefs in Western Europe

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Matteo Magnano; [2023]
    Keywords : Business and Economics; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Does economic globalization impact sexual beliefs, contributing to the rise of right-wing parties? Although voters may not discern threats from trade shocks, individual economic insecurity theoretically impacts cultural attitudes and sparks a backlash towards outgroups, in turn contributing to right-wing candidates that campaign leveraging intolerance. Considering that scholars provide evidence for import competition strengthening support for right-wing parties, this study accounts for the peculiarities of European Parliament elections and their electoral outcomes of 2019. READ MORE