Course BUSN604: Fundamentals of Business Analysis

Introduction

Introduce the topic for this paper. Discuss the how, what, why, where, who as you determine the feasibility of investing in a new product line in a foreign country, or keeping operations in the U.S. Choose a specific product line as an example in the analysis.

Factors

A. Qualitative

In this section, define qualitative factors. Identify and describe a minimum of 3 factors you could use in your analysis. Why did you choose these factors? Why is it important to include qualitative measures in decision-making?

B. Quantitative

In this section, define quantitative factors. Identify and describe a minimum of 3 factors you could use in your analysis. Why did you choose these factors? Why is it important to include quantitative measures in decision-making?

C. Similarities

Evaluate the similarities when considering keeping an investment in the U.S. or expanding to a foreign country. Include a discussion on free trade.

D. Differences

Discuss the differences when considering keeping an investment in the U.S. or expanding to a foreign country. Include a discussion on free trade.

Recommendation

Determine the various financial, operational, and strategic factors needed to support a recommendation for or against company expansion.

Conclusion

Wrap up major points you would share with others in the Finance Department.

References (start on next page)

Include a minimum of 3 references.

AI tool(s) used must be referenced.