Stocks are traded worldwide, mails are sent from Australia to Europe and forwarded to the US, the head of the catholic church, Pope Benedict XVI visits Turkey and has a meeting with the head of the Turkish government. 1 Our world has become a so-called “global village” where everyone can interact with everyone else within seconds or even realtime. Links between countries, companies and even individuals are no longer limited to borders, religion or attitudes. The following essay, written by Michael Krause, Erasmus student at the Dublin Institute of Technology, describes how globalization is affecting nowadays life in different fields of society and shows the positive as well as negative influence this global transformation has on lesser developed nations. [...]
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Definition: What is globalization?
- History
- Reasons
- Economic globalization
- Flow of money, goods and services
- Communication
- Transportation
- Political globalization
- Cultural globalization
- Economic globalization
- Environmental concerns
- Usage of resources
- Absolute use
- Relative use
- Environmental impact
- Usage of resources
- Some are going the opposite direction
- Governmental constraints
- Constraints by companies
- Pros and cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Globalization in question
- Impact on lesser developed countries
- Impact on developing countries
- Impact on emerging markets
- Summary
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to explore the multifaceted impact of globalization, particularly on lesser-developed nations. It examines the phenomenon of globalization across various sectors, analyzing both its advantages and disadvantages.
- The definition and historical context of globalization.
- The drivers of economic, political, and cultural globalization.
- The environmental consequences of globalization.
- The contrasting effects of globalization on different types of nations.
- An assessment of the overall pros and cons of globalization.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: The introduction sets the stage by illustrating the interconnectedness of the modern world through examples of global interactions, establishing the essay's focus on globalization's impact on lesser-developed nations. It highlights the essay's purpose to analyze both the positive and negative consequences of this global transformation.
Definition: What is globalization?: This chapter defines globalization as a growing international network encompassing various aspects of modern life, including economics, politics, culture, environment, and communication. It references Theodore Levitt's work, which highlighted the role of technology in driving global convergence and standardization of products.
History: This section traces the historical roots of globalization, arguing that although often perceived as a 20th-century phenomenon, its origins extend far back in human history. It uses examples such as early tribal migrations and the historical context of colonialism to demonstrate the long-standing trend towards global integration, contrasting the modern era with past instances of global interconnectedness.
Reasons: This chapter explores the key drivers behind globalization, focusing on economic globalization as a major force. It breaks down economic globalization into the flow of money, goods, and services; communication technologies; and advancements in transportation. Each sub-section delves into the specific roles these factors play in shaping the global landscape.
Environmental concerns: This chapter addresses the environmental implications of globalization, examining resource usage (both absolute and relative) and the broader environmental impact. The chapter likely explores the trade-offs between economic growth and environmental sustainability in a globally interconnected world.
Some are going the opposite direction: This chapter likely explores instances where globalization's effects are being countered or resisted. This may involve discussion of governmental regulations aimed at protecting domestic industries or companies implementing strategies to mitigate negative global impacts.
Pros and cons: This chapter presents a balanced overview of the advantages and disadvantages of globalization. The "pros" likely highlight economic growth, increased access to goods and services, and cultural exchange. The "cons" likely address issues such as economic inequality, environmental damage, and loss of cultural identity.
Globalization in question: This section likely presents a critical analysis of globalization, potentially questioning its sustainability or equity. It may analyze the challenges and complexities associated with global integration.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Globalization, lesser-developed nations, economic globalization, political globalization, cultural globalization, environmental impact, international trade, communication technologies, transportation, economic development, emerging markets.
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- Michael Krause (Autor:in), 2006, Globalisation - opportunity or thread?, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/67420
