This post will be used as a discussion board for the term paper as well as a place to post the assignments leading up to the term paper. As we all know we have picked to do our term paper on the World Cup 2010 taking place in South Africa, we will need a ton of information for this paper and any info that you can find make sure to post it here. We will get together before turning in the paper but, this will help us organize most of the info prior to our meeting.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PAPER
With your group, write a 1,500-2,000 word paper (not including graphs or tables) on International Business. Your paper can be an opinion piece, a report on a firm or industry, or a current events paper. It should be an International Management topic or a topic that affects International Management.
This is a group project and all members of the group will receive the same grade. (If you are unhappy with a group member’s participation, send their name back to me BEFORE April 2nd. Please see the Group Policy section in the syllabus.)
Go to Course Contents, IB Paper for more detailed instructions and possible outlines you could use.
This paper must be original, do not copy other writer’s works without giving credit.
I will assist you in writing your paper by having interim reports due during the semester. Go to Assignments to post these assignments.
January 28 – post your TOPIC for IB paper (2 points)
February 11 – post the WEBSITES you will use for your IB Paper (2 points)
February 25 – post your OUTLINE for your IB Paper (2 points)
March 11 – post your IB Paper (34 points)
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ReplyDeleteI am not sure how long the topic of for our paper needs to be but here is what I have put together:
The focus of our International Business paper will be to discuss the socioeconomic impact that the 2010 World Cup taking place this summer will have in different industries in South Africa.
Websites for paper:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.southafrica.info/2010/2010-economy.htm
http://ideas.repec.org/p/sza/wpaper/wpapers56.html This site is a link for a 25 page paper analyzing the impact of government financing.
http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/south-africa/090610/one-year-hosting-world-cup-south-africa-looks-at-soccer-tournament
http://www.project2010.co.za/2010_World_Cup_economy.asp
This is an article discussing the effect of the World Cup 2010 on the South African economy.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.southafrica.info/2010/2010gdp-150507.htm
(Economic Statistics of South Africa)
http://www.nationmaster.com/country/sf-south-africa/eco-economy
SECURITY
ReplyDeleteSecurity is definitely one of the most important issues for this coming World Cup and any worldwide event for that matter. The ultimate goal is to keep the players and their fans safe, but they have to feel safe as well. We can expect that there will be a lot of national pride amongst fans and tempers may flare, but like the FIFA President said, "not one human life should be put in the balance by football". The FIFA Stadium and Security Committee consists of a chairman, deputy chairman, and eight members. Each member of this committee is from a different country, but all of them are there for the same purpose. This group, along with the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee, have established a standard for security measures in this year's events by putting together a "Stadium Code of Conduct".
This "Stadium Code of Conduct" was created to keep employees and workers in line during matches. When entering the stadium, all visitors are required to have their tickets along with some sort of proof of identity. They must also allow security to do inspections and body checks in order to search for "prohibited items". These items would obviously include weapons or any object that could be used as one, tough materials made out of glass, flammable substances, alcoholic beverages, and drugs to name a few. Some items you would think are harmless are also prohibited. These includes large quantities or rolls of paper and banners bigger than 2m x 1.5m. The "Code" also has a list from "a to p" that refers to common sense conduct in the stadium. The South African government has made a strong commitment to invest in the best security and it was being recognized globally by those like Argentina's coach and former star player, Diego Maradona.
http://www.fifa.com/aboutfifa/federation/releases/newsid=1052122.html
http://www.fifa.com/aboutfifa/federation/bodies/committee=1912401.html
http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/organisation/ticketing/stadiumcodeofconduct.html
Working in tandem with security protocols and procedures, there is also a code of health that football fans must adhere to. According to Nathnac, “Football fans should be up to date with the British schedule of vaccinations, including MMR, and should discuss their travel plans with their GP practice or travel clinic (www.nathnac.org).” The British schedule is on their websites and provides useful immunization information that is a requirement. Nathnac notes that medical facilities in urban areas are reputable and high standard, but they can be expensive. Two health risk factors that might affect football fans while visiting are the sun, and Rabies. It is advised to avoid contact with local, wild or domestic animals, and make sure that you bring proper sun screen to protect against the harsh sun (www.nathnac.org).
ReplyDeleteConversely the World Cup being held in South Africa is going to have some major implications for the country, itself. South Africa will feel an increased sense of pride in the fact that their country is host to the FIFA 2010 World Cup, and will receive worldwide recognition for the fact. This serves to further fortify their public profile on the international playing field. This event will bring South Africans together in a sport that they hold very dear to their hearts. Not only will they come together to support and cheer for their nation on the football field, but they will come together with the world in a friendly, competitive show of sportsmanship. It will be a very positive influence for all nations involved, and if things go well, it will be a credit to South Africa’s ability to be stable and safe in an unsecure region of the world.
http://www.nathnac.org/travel/news/2010worldcup_150210.htm
Mostly the second paragraph is my opinion, and not really backed by any hard evidence. If you'd like me to google the implications of FIFA on their ability to come together as a nation, let me know. I don't think it should be necessary though, as forecasts and projections are subjective to some degree. Anywho! Let me know if you need any changes to be made before 11:30 tonight, just give me a call.
ReplyDeleteB) Economic, Global Recognition, Tourism, Historical
ReplyDeleteThe economic impact of the World Cup on the host country is expected to be a significant one. The South African government is planning to spend a total of $2.2 billion for stadiums and infrastructure. More than 400,000 job opportunities have already been created, which is highly significant in a country with 23.5 percent of unemployment rate. Local organizers expect 450,000 overseas visitors for the event, and consulting firms estimate that the economic benefit to South Africa could reach $7 billion.
South Africans expect a very positive impact of the tournament, and expect that tourist numbers will increase in subsequent years. In preparation to the World Cup airports, roads and public transportation are undergoing major upgrades. The World Cup has the potential to give a positive boost the country’s image the opposite way the apartheid did.
The “2010”, name the South Africans chose to call the 2010 FIFA World Cup, will bring one of the biggest sporting events in the world to South Africa. This will be the first time the event will be hosted on African soil. The FIFA World Cup is now the most followed and watched sporting event in the world, surpassing even the Olympic Games. Over 700 million viewers witnessed the final match of the World Cup in Germany in 2006. An average of 52,000 people attended each match of the 2006 event, with many more visitors, organizers, sponsors and fans who traveled in to the host cities in Germany to be part of the excitement and celebrations. All of these and more is expected to take place once again, but this time in South Africa.
The 2010 World Cup, is a chance to sell the country as a destination to foreign travelers long after the games are over. This even will make South Africa a tourism-aware and tourism-friendly nation by eliminating negative stereotypes about visiting South Africa. The stadiums and hotels are expected to be full at maximum capacity during the games But the real benefits of the World Cup may only be felt later, after South Africa enjoys the international spotlight from the games. Perhaps not so many people will travel to South Africa for the World Cup, due to how expensive is for the people especially for the Europeans. It is still a great opportunity of advertising for the country.
A historical issue South Africa faces is the segregation of cultures and ethnic groups that the society is living. Racial segregation in South Africa began in colonial times, but apartheid as an official policy was introduced following the general election of 1948. New legislation classified inhabitants into racial groups, and residential areas were segregated by means of forced removals. Being realistic “The World Cup” will attempt to falsely portray a united South Africa.
Websites I used:
-The History of Apartheid in South Africa
http://www-cs-students.stanford.edu/~cale/cs201/apartheid.hist.html
-2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa
http://www.southafrica.info/2010/worldcup-overview.htm
-2010 Tourism in the Spotlight
http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/news/newsid=1132439.html
-World Cup 2010 already dwarfing World Cup 2006 in terms of revenue
http://www.worldcup2010southafrica.com/world-cup/2010-news/world-cup-2010-already-dwarfing-world-cup-2006-in-terms-of-revenue/