MGMT Presentations Flashcards

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What is the economic importance of tourism?

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Tourism creates employment, generates foreign exchange earnings, develops infrastructure, and promotes cultural exchange.

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What are the global tourism challenges?

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Challenges include revenue losses in tourism-dependent economies, increased demand for dollars, and long-term financial instability.

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What solutions are recommended for tourism?

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Focus on sustainable tourism practices, strengthen governance, and promote local engagement in tourism projects.

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What is the complex balance in ecotourism?

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Ecotourism must balance conservation with economic benefits.

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What are the hopeful pathways for ecotourism?

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Adaptability, true sustainability practices, and greater community engagement are essential.

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What is the significance of properly managed ecotourism?

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It serves as a powerful tool for environmental conservation and sustainable community development.

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What are key insights for businesses from historical practices?

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Resilience and innovation in adversity are significant, and community-oriented approaches can address racial inequalities.

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What are the educational and workplace implications?

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There is a need for a shift in how business history is taught, emphasizing diversity and inclusion.

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What is the future potential for modern businesses?

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Businesses adopting cooperative and inclusive models can thrive, leveraging lessons from Black management history.

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What is the conclusion regarding Black management history?

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It is a crucial yet overlooked component of business history, advocating for a transformative approach to education and management.

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What must financial innovation balance?

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Profitability with consumer protection.

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What risks can loopholes create?

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They can drive growth but create long-term risks like debt cycles and regulatory backlash.

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What are key takeaways on Inditex’s success?

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Inditex transformed the fashion model through supply chain innovation, reducing reliance on subcontractors, and strategic cost-saving measures.

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What is the cultural identity’s role in Indian high-end fashion?

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It is integral to uniqueness but can limit globalization and appeal to diverse markets.

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What is the role of consumers in traditional craftsmanship?

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Education about its value can drive financial growth.

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What is the future potential for the Indian fashion industry?

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Balancing tradition and modernity is key to unlocking global potential.

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What does BP’s history reflect?

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The complex interplay of global business, sovereignty movements, and geopolitics.

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What are examples of nationalization in the oil industry?

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Iran’s conflict over resource control and Saudi Arabia’s peaceful reclamation of oil resources.

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What are modern industry trends regarding BP?

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BP and peers are moving away from renewables amidst geopolitical and financial pressures.

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What do divergent energy policies reflect?

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Differing priorities and circumstances between countries.

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What are the risks of offshoring customer-facing roles?

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Service quality declines, customer dissatisfaction, and jeopardized brand loyalty.

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What is the proposed solution for offshoring?

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Best Shoring Strategy: Offshoring routine tasks while keeping complex roles onshore.

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What lessons were learned about adapting to local markets?

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A one-size-fits-all strategy does not work; cultural values and consumer preferences must shape business models.

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What does Walmart’s failure in Germany highlight?

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The need for businesses to understand cultural, regulatory, and economic contexts when expanding internationally.