Assignment
In this paper
I. Create an international business or international venture outside of the U.S. (e.g., export/import, franchising, manufacturing, joint venture, etc.)
1. Define the name, nature of the business, and brief background of the company and industry. Be sure this venture is created and is unique and innovative.
2. State the specific target market for the venture.
II. Create a strategic plan that includes the following (in any order you decide):
1. An analysis of the competitive advantage of your venture (Why will it be successful?).
2. A PESTLE analysis, or a similar business analysis process, of the host country.
3. A 6 to 12 months timeline of your venture's expansion.
4. A list of SMART goals.
5. A summary of startup human resources and marketing concepts.
6. A SWOT analysis of the venture that evaluates at least four challenges and advantages and/or opportunities and threats (e.g., cross-cultural, foreign currency, legal, etc.).
• Suggest recommendations to overcome the challenges and threats from the SWOT you conducted.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.