MAXIS2013 - QS Global Business

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What is Global Business?

Famous Global Businesses

Benefits...Global companies plan activities on a global basis. By operating in more than one country benefits from savings or economies on activities such as R&D, marketing, operations and finance are achieved which may not be available to domestic companies. Examples include: More Revenue Streams Resources and Supplies Market Development Larger Talent Pool

Challenges...Operating globally generates a wide variety of issues. Multinational firms must comply with host countries' laws on tax, pensions, business practices and human resources. One country's entrepreneur may be another's antitrust violator. Practical Legal Cultural Political Financial

What makes a Strong Global Business?

Leadership

Company Culture

Communication

Acknowledge Strengths

Address Weaknesses

Business EthicsBusiness ethics is a form of applied ethics or

professional ethics that examines ethical principles and moral or ethical problems that arise in a business environment. It

applies to all aspects of business conduct and is relevant to the conduct of individuals

and entire organizations.

Importance of Ethics

Benefits of Ethical Behaviour

Attract customers to the firm's products, thereby boosting sales and profits

Make employees want to stay with the business, reduce labour turnover and

therefore increase productivity

Attract more employees wanting to work for the business, reduce recruitment costs and enable the company to get the most

talented employees

Attract investors and keep the company's share price high, thereby protecting the

business from takeover.

Ethical Businesses...Intel• Intel Foundation• Intel Science Talent Search• Underprivileged Donation

Fund

Goldman Sachs• Vocal support of marriage

equality• Pro Bono Funding

QS as a Global BusinessQS is a globally active enterprise headquartered in London and with offices in London, Portland, Paris,

Singapore, Stuttgart and Alicante. We are a culturally diverse team of over 200 staff members, with over 40

languages spoken in-house.Passionate

We at QS believe that the global society will

only thrive to the extent that the

peoples of the world have a mutual respect and understanding for

each other. The company values cultural diversity,

shows respect for all, and is committed to

enriching communities by fostering individual achievement through

international education and careers.

TrustedWe are ethical and

honest in our endeavours. We listen to our clients and take

positive actions whenever a response is required. Our staff are goal-oriented and

committed to delivering value for

our clients in all we do. Our success is

measured through the satisfaction expressed

by our clients, and staff.

IntelligentAs the leading intelligence,

communications and events organisation in international higher

education, QS provides quality services; aiming to provide better consumer

choices and organisational

planning. Resources are used in an efficient

and responsible manner in the

undertaking of the business.

LeadingOur success stems from a pioneering

spirit and a commitment to on-

going innovation. QS strives to be one of the

top providers in any area where we offer

products and services

The Future of Global Business

QS-AIESEC Global Business Development

Award Shadowing senior managers, working in the

Sales and Business Development department.

Lasting between 3--‐4 weeks in June/July/August

Award will be open to applicants from AIESEC across Europe (European Union) – minimum of 6 weeks for a traineeship.

Stipend provided, travel costs covered Criteria: Individual performance i.e # of Meetings,# of

Traineeships raised and/or Sponsorship sold Motivations AIESEC & Leadership experience