The document discusses how a country's political, economic, and legal systems influence business and economic development. It explains key concepts like collectivism, individualism, democracy, totalitarianism, and different economic systems. The document also discusses differences in levels of economic development between countries and how political economies and legal systems have changed and continue to change over time, with implications for conducting international business.
The document discusses political economy and differences in political and economic systems between countries. It defines political economy as the interdependence between a country's political, economic, and legal systems. Countries can be assessed based on their emphasis on collectivism vs individualism and democracy vs totalitarianism. Economic systems range from market to command to mixed economies depending on these political ideologies. Measures of economic development like GNI, PPP, and HDI are also discussed.
The document discusses globalization in the healthcare industry. It notes a shortage of radiologists in the US and a solution of outsourcing radiology image readings to India over the internet. It also discusses more patients traveling internationally for medical treatments. It questions whether demand for American health services will decline as work moves offshore. The document then provides an overview of what globalization is, the globalization of markets and production, and drivers of globalization like declining trade barriers and technological changes.
International Business_Chapter 2_Country Differences in Political Economy_Cha...Md. Bellal Hossain Raju
Political systems vary along a spectrum of collectivism vs. individualism and democracy vs. totalitarianism. Economic systems also differ based on these factors, ranging from free markets to command economies. Legal systems fall into common law, civil law, and theocratic law traditions, and can affect contract enforcement, property rights, intellectual property protection, and product safety standards. A country's level of development is determined by factors like innovation, economic freedom, and political rights that enable progress.
The document discusses the changing global environment faced by managers. In the past, markets were viewed as isolated but globalization has created an open global market. Managers now face both opportunities and threats from global competition, suppliers, and customers. Cultural differences between countries also impact how managers operate globally. Understanding factors like political systems, economic conditions, and sociocultural norms in various countries is important for success in the international business environment.
The document traces the evolution of corporate social responsibility from early philanthropic acts of wealthy individuals to modern expectations of multinational corporations to consider social and environmental impacts. It discusses how CSR has expanded over time due to increased stakeholder influence and globalization. A global system of CSR standards, codes of conduct, reporting, and certification has emerged to provide guidance and accountability for corporations operating internationally.
functions and roles of the financial system in the global economy is internat...MengsongNguon
The document discusses the functions and roles of the global financial system. It describes how the financial system channels savings from those who save to those who borrow through financial markets and institutions. This allows resources to be allocated efficiently and helps drive economic growth. The financial system performs key functions like facilitating payments, managing risk, providing credit and liquidity. It is comprised of money markets for short-term loans and capital markets for long-term financing.
The document discusses how the global environment has changed for managers. Previously, managers viewed markets as closed and isolated, but today's environment requires viewing markets as open with global competition. Barriers to trade like tariffs and cultural differences have declined due to improvements in technology and communications. This has opened opportunities for managers to sell and source goods globally but also brings new threats from global competitors. Managers must understand factors in the global task environment like suppliers, distributors, customers, and competitors, as well as forces in the political, economic, and sociocultural environments to effectively compete on a global scale.
The document discusses how the global environment has changed for managers. Previously, managers viewed markets as closed and isolated, but today's environment requires viewing markets as open with global competition. Barriers to trade like tariffs and cultural differences have declined due to improvements in technology and communications. This has opened opportunities for managers to sell and source goods globally but also brings new threats from global competitors. Managers must understand factors in the global task environment like suppliers, distributors, customers, and competitors, as well as forces in the political, economic, and sociocultural environments to effectively compete on a global scale.
The document discusses political economy and differences in political and economic systems between countries. It defines political economy as the interdependence between a country's political, economic, and legal systems. Countries can be assessed based on their emphasis on collectivism vs individualism and democracy vs totalitarianism. Economic systems range from market to command to mixed economies depending on these political ideologies. Measures of economic development like GNI, PPP, and HDI are also discussed.
The document discusses globalization in the healthcare industry. It notes a shortage of radiologists in the US and a solution of outsourcing radiology image readings to India over the internet. It also discusses more patients traveling internationally for medical treatments. It questions whether demand for American health services will decline as work moves offshore. The document then provides an overview of what globalization is, the globalization of markets and production, and drivers of globalization like declining trade barriers and technological changes.
International Business_Chapter 2_Country Differences in Political Economy_Cha...Md. Bellal Hossain Raju
Political systems vary along a spectrum of collectivism vs. individualism and democracy vs. totalitarianism. Economic systems also differ based on these factors, ranging from free markets to command economies. Legal systems fall into common law, civil law, and theocratic law traditions, and can affect contract enforcement, property rights, intellectual property protection, and product safety standards. A country's level of development is determined by factors like innovation, economic freedom, and political rights that enable progress.
The document discusses the changing global environment faced by managers. In the past, markets were viewed as isolated but globalization has created an open global market. Managers now face both opportunities and threats from global competition, suppliers, and customers. Cultural differences between countries also impact how managers operate globally. Understanding factors like political systems, economic conditions, and sociocultural norms in various countries is important for success in the international business environment.
The document traces the evolution of corporate social responsibility from early philanthropic acts of wealthy individuals to modern expectations of multinational corporations to consider social and environmental impacts. It discusses how CSR has expanded over time due to increased stakeholder influence and globalization. A global system of CSR standards, codes of conduct, reporting, and certification has emerged to provide guidance and accountability for corporations operating internationally.
functions and roles of the financial system in the global economy is internat...MengsongNguon
The document discusses the functions and roles of the global financial system. It describes how the financial system channels savings from those who save to those who borrow through financial markets and institutions. This allows resources to be allocated efficiently and helps drive economic growth. The financial system performs key functions like facilitating payments, managing risk, providing credit and liquidity. It is comprised of money markets for short-term loans and capital markets for long-term financing.
The document discusses how the global environment has changed for managers. Previously, managers viewed markets as closed and isolated, but today's environment requires viewing markets as open with global competition. Barriers to trade like tariffs and cultural differences have declined due to improvements in technology and communications. This has opened opportunities for managers to sell and source goods globally but also brings new threats from global competitors. Managers must understand factors in the global task environment like suppliers, distributors, customers, and competitors, as well as forces in the political, economic, and sociocultural environments to effectively compete on a global scale.
The document discusses how the global environment has changed for managers. Previously, managers viewed markets as closed and isolated, but today's environment requires viewing markets as open with global competition. Barriers to trade like tariffs and cultural differences have declined due to improvements in technology and communications. This has opened opportunities for managers to sell and source goods globally but also brings new threats from global competitors. Managers must understand factors in the global task environment like suppliers, distributors, customers, and competitors, as well as forces in the political, economic, and sociocultural environments to effectively compete on a global scale.
This document summarizes key topics related to political and trade forces that international businesses must consider. It discusses reasons why governments nationalize firms, the potential unfair advantages of government-owned companies, and reasons for privatization. It also covers terrorism and how its sources and methods are changing. Additionally, it examines the importance of government stability for business and how companies assess country risk. Finally, it outlines various types of trade restrictions and arguments used to support them.
the future of financial system and money and capital markets is a new way to ...MengsongNguon
The document discusses the various forces reshaping the modern financial system, including technological innovation, demographic changes, and industry trends like consolidation and globalization. It explores challenges and opportunities in areas such as risk management, new technologies, regulation, and the future of payments systems. The financial system of the future will need to adapt to these powerful forces of change through regulatory reform, innovation, and the development of new institutions and instruments.
Economics systems: Capitalism
Economics - Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution and consumption of goods & services.
Economic System is the system of production, distribution and consumption
An economic system is a mechanism (also defined as system or social institution) which deals with the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services in a particular society.
The economic system is composed of people, institutions and their relationships. It addresses the problems of economics like the allocation of the resources.
Economic System: An organized way in which a state or nation allocates its resources and distributes goods and services in the national community.
This document provides an overview of the five sections of the book "Radical Markets" by Eric Posner and E. Glen Weyl. It summarizes each section in 1-2 sentences: 1) Why Radical Markets? - Proposes new ideas to address stagnation and the crisis of the liberal order. 2) Property is Monopoly - Introduces a tax on private wealth that is paid out as a social dividend. 3) Radical Democracy - Proposes a quadratic voting system to protect political minorities. 4) Uniting the World's Workers - Suggests a visa program between individuals in rich and poor countries. 5) Dismembering the Octopus - Proposes limiting corporate diversification to increase
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.ideatoipo
Recorded 6/20/23
Moving an international company to the U.S. can be a challenging process with many pitfalls.
This video is designed to help tech startups understand some of the legal decisions that need to be taken into consideration when expanding your company to the U.S.
The speakers discuss:
1. Why many startup founders want to bring their company to the U.S.
2. When is a good time to start the process?
3. What is an appropriate legal structure for U.S. operations or funding in the U.S.?
4. What are the typical rounds of raising capital in the U.S.?
5. What are the most common mistakes founders make during the early stages of their startup (taxation, IP, immigration, insurance, compliance)?
About the Speakers:
Svetlana Kamyshanskaya, the founder of Primum Law Group, is a global citizen with the legal, operational, and project management expertise to chart a successful course for expanding inbound tech companies and startups. Svetlana works with entrepreneurs and executives at all stages of development. She has personalized her clients’ road maps for bringing their business to the U.S.
Elina Firsava is a corporate attorney at Primum Law Group where her practice focuses on helping international and domestic companies to incorporate and develop their business in the United States. She assists startups with their general corporate matters, including entity formation and reorganization.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.ideatoipo
Presented August 23, 2023
Moving an international company to the U.S. can be a challenging process with many pitfalls.
This webinar is designed to help tech startups understand some of the legal decisions that need to be taken into consideration when expanding your company to the U.S.
The speakers will discuss:
1. Why many startup founders want to bring their company to the U.S.
2. When it is a good time to start the process?
3. What is an appropriate legal structure for U.S. operations or funding in the U.S.?
4. What are the typical rounds of raising capital in the U.S.?
5. What are the most common mistakes founders make during the early stages of their startup (taxation, IP, immigration, insurances, compliances)?
This document summarizes several theories of international trade, including classical and new trade theories. It discusses why nations trade, how different theories explain trade flows, and whether free trade increases economic welfare. Classical theories covered include mercantilism, absolute advantage, comparative advantage, and factor proportions theory. New trade theories examined include increasing returns to scale, first-mover advantages, and national competitive advantage. The document also notes limitations of classical theories and implications of trade theories for business decisions.
The document discusses various theories of international trade over time, beginning with mercantilism and moving to more modern theories like comparative advantage, factor proportions, and new trade theory. It outlines key aspects of each theory, such as the three pillars of mercantilism being maintain a trade surplus, government intervention, and gold/silver as the currency of trade. Later theories like comparative advantage and factor proportions focus on specialization and trade based on relative efficiencies and resource abundance. The new trade theory incorporates concepts like economies of scale and learning effects. Porter's diamond of national competitive advantage identifies factor conditions, demand conditions, related/supporting industries, and firm strategy/rivalry as determinants of a nation's competitiveness.
This document provides an overview of business foundations concepts for students in an AGC450 course. It discusses the key participants in a business, the functional areas of business, and external forces that influence business activities. It also defines economics and the factors of production, and covers the basics of supply and demand, including how equilibrium price is determined by the interaction of supply and demand in a free market system. Key terms related to competition and different market structures are also introduced.
1. Political systems and legal/regulatory environments influence how countries conduct business. MNCs must understand different systems like China's communist government to work successfully with partners from other systems like EU countries.
2. Technological advancements benefit developing countries by improving quality of life, increasing productivity, and lowering costs. However, job losses can have negative effects, especially in developing nations.
3. Ethics, human rights, corporate social responsibility, and anti-corruption laws shape international business standards and practices. MNCs consider societal impacts and work with governments/NGOs to ensure ethical, sustainable business conduct globally.
AGT was founded in 2010 and its transition into one of the world’s first alternative investment groups with the technology to empower you to trade on the move, is nothing short of remarkable. The brainchild of a group of forward-thinking high net worth individuals, AGT employs over 100 people and is on track to achieve its goal of 7 offices worldwide by the end of 2015.
The document provides an overview of business environment and environmental forces affecting organizations. It discusses the general environment including cultural, political-legal, technological, and competitive forces. It also covers the task environment including suppliers, buyers, new entrants, substitute products, and competitive rivalry. Specific topics covered include economic systems (capitalism, socialism, mixed), government roles in business, Porter's five forces model, and factors influencing new market entry strategies such as exporting, joint ventures, and direct investment.
The document discusses international business and trade. It explains that countries benefit from specializing in and trading goods they have a comparative advantage in producing. This allows for more efficient production and increased trade. It then provides statistics on U.S. trade, defining key terms like exports, imports, balance of trade, and balance of payments. It also outlines different types of trade restrictions countries use, such as tariffs, quotas, and embargoes, as well as arguments for and against imposing such restrictions.
This chapter introduces key concepts in business including defining business, the private enterprise system, factors of production, and profits. It discusses the changing nature of business over seven eras of history. Current trends are outlined such as the aging workforce, increasing diversity, and changing job roles. Qualities of successful managers are identified as well as what makes companies admired.
LESSON-1-IBAT-globalization and 5 emergenceAngelMeneses15
The document discusses the concept of globalization and its key drivers. It defines globalization as the merging of historically separate national markets into a single global marketplace, as well as the globalization of production through outsourcing. The main drivers of globalization have been declining trade barriers, technological advances in communication and transportation, and changing global demographics as emerging markets grow. The document also outlines some of the debates around the impacts of globalization on jobs, income inequality, and national sovereignty.
WTO & Trade Issues - International Trade Environment.pptxDiksha Vashisht
To better understand how modern global trade has evolved, it’s important to understand how countries traded with one another historically. Over time, economists have developed theories to explain the mechanisms of global trade.
The main historical theories are called classical and are from the perspective of a country, or country-based.
The document summarizes key topics from chapters 2 and 3, including:
- Individualism and collectivism as competing philosophies that influence business environments.
- Different types of governments and how they approach business such as socialism, communism, and social democracies.
- International laws and regulations multinational companies must follow.
- Advances in technology presenting both opportunities and risks for business.
- Ethics and corporate social responsibility being increasingly important considerations for multinational operations.
This document summarizes key topics related to political and trade forces that international businesses must consider. It discusses reasons why governments nationalize firms, the potential unfair advantages of government-owned companies, and reasons for privatization. It also covers terrorism and how its sources and methods are changing. Additionally, it examines the importance of government stability for business and how companies assess country risk. Finally, it outlines various types of trade restrictions and arguments used to support them.
the future of financial system and money and capital markets is a new way to ...MengsongNguon
The document discusses the various forces reshaping the modern financial system, including technological innovation, demographic changes, and industry trends like consolidation and globalization. It explores challenges and opportunities in areas such as risk management, new technologies, regulation, and the future of payments systems. The financial system of the future will need to adapt to these powerful forces of change through regulatory reform, innovation, and the development of new institutions and instruments.
Economics systems: Capitalism
Economics - Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution and consumption of goods & services.
Economic System is the system of production, distribution and consumption
An economic system is a mechanism (also defined as system or social institution) which deals with the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services in a particular society.
The economic system is composed of people, institutions and their relationships. It addresses the problems of economics like the allocation of the resources.
Economic System: An organized way in which a state or nation allocates its resources and distributes goods and services in the national community.
This document provides an overview of the five sections of the book "Radical Markets" by Eric Posner and E. Glen Weyl. It summarizes each section in 1-2 sentences: 1) Why Radical Markets? - Proposes new ideas to address stagnation and the crisis of the liberal order. 2) Property is Monopoly - Introduces a tax on private wealth that is paid out as a social dividend. 3) Radical Democracy - Proposes a quadratic voting system to protect political minorities. 4) Uniting the World's Workers - Suggests a visa program between individuals in rich and poor countries. 5) Dismembering the Octopus - Proposes limiting corporate diversification to increase
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.ideatoipo
Recorded 6/20/23
Moving an international company to the U.S. can be a challenging process with many pitfalls.
This video is designed to help tech startups understand some of the legal decisions that need to be taken into consideration when expanding your company to the U.S.
The speakers discuss:
1. Why many startup founders want to bring their company to the U.S.
2. When is a good time to start the process?
3. What is an appropriate legal structure for U.S. operations or funding in the U.S.?
4. What are the typical rounds of raising capital in the U.S.?
5. What are the most common mistakes founders make during the early stages of their startup (taxation, IP, immigration, insurance, compliance)?
About the Speakers:
Svetlana Kamyshanskaya, the founder of Primum Law Group, is a global citizen with the legal, operational, and project management expertise to chart a successful course for expanding inbound tech companies and startups. Svetlana works with entrepreneurs and executives at all stages of development. She has personalized her clients’ road maps for bringing their business to the U.S.
Elina Firsava is a corporate attorney at Primum Law Group where her practice focuses on helping international and domestic companies to incorporate and develop their business in the United States. She assists startups with their general corporate matters, including entity formation and reorganization.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.ideatoipo
Presented August 23, 2023
Moving an international company to the U.S. can be a challenging process with many pitfalls.
This webinar is designed to help tech startups understand some of the legal decisions that need to be taken into consideration when expanding your company to the U.S.
The speakers will discuss:
1. Why many startup founders want to bring their company to the U.S.
2. When it is a good time to start the process?
3. What is an appropriate legal structure for U.S. operations or funding in the U.S.?
4. What are the typical rounds of raising capital in the U.S.?
5. What are the most common mistakes founders make during the early stages of their startup (taxation, IP, immigration, insurances, compliances)?
This document summarizes several theories of international trade, including classical and new trade theories. It discusses why nations trade, how different theories explain trade flows, and whether free trade increases economic welfare. Classical theories covered include mercantilism, absolute advantage, comparative advantage, and factor proportions theory. New trade theories examined include increasing returns to scale, first-mover advantages, and national competitive advantage. The document also notes limitations of classical theories and implications of trade theories for business decisions.
The document discusses various theories of international trade over time, beginning with mercantilism and moving to more modern theories like comparative advantage, factor proportions, and new trade theory. It outlines key aspects of each theory, such as the three pillars of mercantilism being maintain a trade surplus, government intervention, and gold/silver as the currency of trade. Later theories like comparative advantage and factor proportions focus on specialization and trade based on relative efficiencies and resource abundance. The new trade theory incorporates concepts like economies of scale and learning effects. Porter's diamond of national competitive advantage identifies factor conditions, demand conditions, related/supporting industries, and firm strategy/rivalry as determinants of a nation's competitiveness.
This document provides an overview of business foundations concepts for students in an AGC450 course. It discusses the key participants in a business, the functional areas of business, and external forces that influence business activities. It also defines economics and the factors of production, and covers the basics of supply and demand, including how equilibrium price is determined by the interaction of supply and demand in a free market system. Key terms related to competition and different market structures are also introduced.
1. Political systems and legal/regulatory environments influence how countries conduct business. MNCs must understand different systems like China's communist government to work successfully with partners from other systems like EU countries.
2. Technological advancements benefit developing countries by improving quality of life, increasing productivity, and lowering costs. However, job losses can have negative effects, especially in developing nations.
3. Ethics, human rights, corporate social responsibility, and anti-corruption laws shape international business standards and practices. MNCs consider societal impacts and work with governments/NGOs to ensure ethical, sustainable business conduct globally.
AGT was founded in 2010 and its transition into one of the world’s first alternative investment groups with the technology to empower you to trade on the move, is nothing short of remarkable. The brainchild of a group of forward-thinking high net worth individuals, AGT employs over 100 people and is on track to achieve its goal of 7 offices worldwide by the end of 2015.
The document provides an overview of business environment and environmental forces affecting organizations. It discusses the general environment including cultural, political-legal, technological, and competitive forces. It also covers the task environment including suppliers, buyers, new entrants, substitute products, and competitive rivalry. Specific topics covered include economic systems (capitalism, socialism, mixed), government roles in business, Porter's five forces model, and factors influencing new market entry strategies such as exporting, joint ventures, and direct investment.
The document discusses international business and trade. It explains that countries benefit from specializing in and trading goods they have a comparative advantage in producing. This allows for more efficient production and increased trade. It then provides statistics on U.S. trade, defining key terms like exports, imports, balance of trade, and balance of payments. It also outlines different types of trade restrictions countries use, such as tariffs, quotas, and embargoes, as well as arguments for and against imposing such restrictions.
This chapter introduces key concepts in business including defining business, the private enterprise system, factors of production, and profits. It discusses the changing nature of business over seven eras of history. Current trends are outlined such as the aging workforce, increasing diversity, and changing job roles. Qualities of successful managers are identified as well as what makes companies admired.
LESSON-1-IBAT-globalization and 5 emergenceAngelMeneses15
The document discusses the concept of globalization and its key drivers. It defines globalization as the merging of historically separate national markets into a single global marketplace, as well as the globalization of production through outsourcing. The main drivers of globalization have been declining trade barriers, technological advances in communication and transportation, and changing global demographics as emerging markets grow. The document also outlines some of the debates around the impacts of globalization on jobs, income inequality, and national sovereignty.
WTO & Trade Issues - International Trade Environment.pptxDiksha Vashisht
To better understand how modern global trade has evolved, it’s important to understand how countries traded with one another historically. Over time, economists have developed theories to explain the mechanisms of global trade.
The main historical theories are called classical and are from the perspective of a country, or country-based.
The document summarizes key topics from chapters 2 and 3, including:
- Individualism and collectivism as competing philosophies that influence business environments.
- Different types of governments and how they approach business such as socialism, communism, and social democracies.
- International laws and regulations multinational companies must follow.
- Advances in technology presenting both opportunities and risks for business.
- Ethics and corporate social responsibility being increasingly important considerations for multinational operations.
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Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
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Communicating effectively and consistently with students can help them feel at ease during their learning experience and provide the instructor with a communication trail to track the course's progress. This workshop will take you through constructing an engaging course container to facilitate effective communication.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
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