Unit 3 – Discussion Board 

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300–500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an organization that regulates trade between different national governments. It was created in 1995 and is located in Geneva, Switzerland. Dispute settlement is its primary focus. It helps the global economy remain stable. Please discuss the following with your classmates: 

• Would you encourage a country to join the WTO? Why or why not?
• Research a recent WTO dispute between 2 countries, and describe what happened. Do you agree with how it was resolved?
• How could it have been resolved differently?

Unit 4 – Discussion Board 

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300–500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

A regional bank has decided to open an office overseas for serving businesses that are expanding internationally. Choose and research a location with a large financial center that you believe would be helpful to your customer base. Some examples include Tokyo, Japan; London, United Kingdom; and Sydney, Australia. Please discuss the following with your classmates:

• What are some cultural, political, and economic challenges of working in this environment?
• What different kinds of marketing strategies could the bank use overseas?
• Do you think the bank will be successful in international trade? Why or why not?