China is the country
Part 2: Analysis Report (Week 4) Analyze your research findings and develop a 3-4 page report for your supervisor. Include the following information:
1. Describe the economic state of the country. o Describe the overall economic health and trends. o What specific indicators drove your assessment of this country’s economic condition? o Which economic indicator(s) do you think is the most important when considering the impact on your company’s division? Why? 2. Describe the current business cycle and its implications. o In the US or your home country, what stage of the business lifecycle is your company and industry in? o What stage of your business cycle is the chosen country in? What are the historical trends? (long-term expansion, volatile cycles, etc.) o What does this imply for the country’s growth opportunities for your company? o o How would you recommend positioning the company at the present time to monopolize on current conditions? Would you change that positioning in the near future? (i.e. increase investment to take advantage of low interest rates, use opportunity to source talent, etc.) 3. What specific economic indicators do you recommend continuing to monitor closely and why? o What strategic insight will these indicators provide? o How frequently do you need to monitor them for changes? 4. Informal bibliography o Cite your data sources in a format appropriate for any business or academic setting.
