In the past decade or so, India has emerged as a rising star on the international business scene. Whether you are interested in import or export, India is a place of almost unlimited business possibilities. Recently, trade laws in India have been revised to allow greater investment and trade with foreign companies. Rapid economic growth has led to the rise of an affluent middle class, which in turn has led to increased demand for foreign goods.
This course provides ideas and information to help you gain control and success on your business in India. At the end of this course you should be able to:
+ List key facts about India.
+ Describe key concepts and values of the Indian culture.
+ Explain what are the typical workplace schedules and dress code for professionals.
+ Describe how to establish appropriate business relationships with Indian colleagues, clients and suppliers.
+ Explain how to select and present an appropriate business gift.
Wesley E. Donahue, Ph.D., PE, PLS, PMP, 6σ Black Belt (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), is the course Master Instructor. Formerly, he was the director of Penn State Management Development, a self-supporting provider of education and training services to business and industry clients around the world. Before joining Penn State, he was co-founder and executive vice president of a manufacturing and specialty engineering firm; manager of corporate development and international manager of technology for a Fortune 200 company; and, professional associate of a worldwide provider of technical management professional services.