An investigation into the analysis of joint venture and strategic alliance which leads to the synergies at internationally recognised partner

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

My thanks go out to all who have helped me complete this study and with whom this project may have not been possible. In particular, my gratitude goes out to friends, facilitator and family for extensive and helpful comments on early drafts. I am also deeply indebted to the authors who have shared my interest and preceded me. Their works provided me with a host of information to learn from and build upon, also served as examples to emulate.

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DECLARATION

I, (Your name), would like to declare that all contents included in this thesis/dissertation stand for my individual work without any aid, & this thesis/dissertation has not been submitted for any examination at academic as well as professional level previously. It is also representing my very own views & not essentially which are associated with university.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSii

DECLARATIONiii

REFLECTIVE SECTION1

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION4

Background of the study4

Problem Statement5

Purpose of the Study5

Research Questions6

Ethical Concerns7

CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW8

Joint Ventures8

Strategic Alliances10

Rationale for the Formation of Alliances and Joint Ventures11

Strategic Objectives13

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY14

Research Philosophy14

Primary and Secondary Data16

Instrument16

Variables17

Data Collection17

Data Analysis17

Scope and Significance of the Study18

Reliability and Validity19

Aims and Objectives19

Projected Time Table20

REFERENCES21

APPENDICES24

APPENDIX A24

APPENDIX B25

Sample Questionnaire25

APPENDIX C 127

Multiple Questions27

APPENDIX C 229

Construct Measures29

APPENDIX C 331

Construct Measures31

APPENDIX C 433

Construct Measures33

APPENDIX D35

Onion Diagram 135

Onion Diagram 236

REFLECTIVE SECTION

In this short reflection section, I present the collection of experiences and experiences regarding the preparation of this report. It is the collection that begins with the development of my own work, driven by the exchange of ideas and coexistence with my fellow students. Certainly it is important that a thesis/dissertation can provide information but more important is the process that represents. The ability to identify a problem, develop research around this and present the results obtained. The development of a thesis/dissertation is not easy, not just any school work. It's a job comprehensive research that starts from your selection. The difficulty lies in defining the process. Before that many students turn to their teachers and school counsellors for guidance. Some do it looking for the endorsement or approvals of an idea for developing, other do indicate they are looking for what to do. The selection of a subject is so important development. The choice of theme shows that the student is able to identify a problem and need. Its development demonstrates that it is capable of solution. This research focused on the collection of primary data. There is less subjectivity involved the quantitative research method. The quantitative methods have more room for collection of information and data in terms of the primary ones. The quantitative research is expensive and is more effective in terms of information acquisition.

The primary unit of analysis for the study will be the IJV top management team, since the senior management team of the IJV is collectively responsible for the effective implementation of the firm's strategy. Although inter organisational studies commonly use a single key informant, this method suffers from several forms ...