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Global myopia: globalization theory in International Business

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  • Knowles, Lynette L.

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This paper critically evaluates some shortcomings in the handling of the globalization concept in International Business (IB). In particular, the paper identifies disciplinary isolation (and its consequences) and lack of a general, theoretically satisfying, definition for the concept as key culprits driving the often myopic views of globalization in IB. Some remedies are proposed, and a general definition of globalization is offered in the hope of stimulating a wider discussion.

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  • Clark, Terry & Knowles, Lynette L., 2003. "Global myopia: globalization theory in International Business," Journal of International Management, Elsevier, vol. 9(4), pages 361-372.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:intman:v:9:y:2003:i:4:p:361-372
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