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Papers by Christopher Ziemnowicz

IGI Global eBooks, Jan 18, 2011

Globalization can be viewed as a process of increased freedom and capacity of individuals and fir... more Globalization can be viewed as a process of increased freedom and capacity of individuals and firms to conduct economic activities with residents of other countries. The driving forces of globalization stem from the reduction in barriers for conducting business across political and geographic barriers, as well as the reduction and convergence of transaction costs via advances in “transport of information.” There is a consensus that innovation and the accompanying progress in information and communication technology (ICT) serve as a catalyst for economic growth. This chapterdiscusses the ICT environment within the Central and Southeastern European (CSEE) counties and the changes in this sector within the European Union (EU). Examination of strategies taken by these nations to improve their economic performance may offer decision makers in other regions some options to deal with impending changes. Particular emphasis is on the efforts of CSEE nations to build a creditable government, reliable political system, and competitive economy. These nations serve as a laboratory for implementing radical changes in their political economy from a centrally planned, one-party system to a democratic market-based system. Specific recommendations include emphasis on effectual dissemination of information between purchasers and suppliers. Information broadcasting is highly related to the creation of an efficient digital system. Specific needs include improved capacity to standardize reports, forms and information transmission functions. Furthermore, IT support and training programs are essential to reduce market distortions.

Palgrave Macmillan eBooks, 2007

Rediscovering Schumpeter: creative destruction evolving into" Mode 3, 2007

This book focuses on 'creative destruction' in the context of the knowledge economy and society, ... more This book focuses on 'creative destruction' in the context of the knowledge economy and society, and examines the ideas of entrepreneurship of Joseph Schumpeter. The text illustrates ideas and provides arguments for academics and practitioners, maintaining that Schumpeter's 'creative destruction' is essential for organizations to survive.

Can economic principles be made more exciting and engaging for our students? Our experience has s... more Can economic principles be made more exciting and engaging for our students? Our experience has shown that economics need not be the dismal science.

Sustainable Tourism Practices in the Mediterranean, 2019

Southeastern Chapter of InfORMS Conference Proceedings, 2007

This article explores the effect of ethnocentrism on the Lebanese buying habits. People are requi... more This article explores the effect of ethnocentrism on the Lebanese buying habits. People are required to make purchase decisions almost every day (Arnould, et al 2004). Businesses need to understand the effect of the culture in shaping consumer habits. Studying the effect of ethnocentrism on the consumer habits is one way of investigating buyer behavior and market segmentation. This paper studies consumer market segments that exist among Lebanese consumers by using life-style patterns and ethnocentrism.

The Copenhagen Journal of Asian Studies, 2008

Creativity and risk-taking, widely accepted prerequisites for successful entrepreneurial behavior... more Creativity and risk-taking, widely accepted prerequisites for successful entrepreneurial behavior, were absent for a long time from Singaporean culture, where people were accustomed to well paying and readily available jobs in the public sector. As a result of the economic slowdown of the late 1990s, promoting entrepreneurial activities became a priority of the Singapore government. This study analyzes the entrepreneurial characteristics of Singapore's multi-racial and multi-cultural society, and attempts to find if there are any reasons as to why some people are more readily willing to engage in entrepreneurial behavior, based on factors such as race, gender, and culture. Keywords: Entrepreneurship, culture, innovation, risk propensity, Singapore

Encyclopedia of Creativity, Invention, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 2013

Creative destruction; Growth and development; Modernization A variety of factors will cause chang... more Creative destruction; Growth and development; Modernization A variety of factors will cause changes in an economy. Among the most important are growth and development. These involve the introduction of innovations into the economy-such as new products, productive techniques, or technology. These special factors were analyzed by economist Joseph A. Schumpeter who became known for his contributions to economic theory in the area of innovation and entrepreneurship. This entry introduces Schumpeter's philosophy as well as his theoretical construct of creative destruction. He is often credited for starting modern growth theory that is based on the inevitable by-product of the process of development and innovation. Schumpeter's description of the innovation process and its diffusion continues to be characteristic in the contemporary knowledgeand technologically driven global economy (Carayannis and Ziemnowicz 2007).

Cultural Mythology and Global Leadership

International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship, 2003

Strategic management is part of every business and constitutes an important path to successful bu... more Strategic management is part of every business and constitutes an important path to successful business operations. Managers perceive, understand, and implement strategic management in different ways. A study of Guatemala’s small retail businesses offers an opportunity to examine the decision-making process within a developing nation. This study investigates how managers in forty Guatemalan businesses practice strategic management. Whether the business managers are proactive or reactive in their decisions, they all recognize strategic management as an integral business activity. Two types of businesses, service retail and product retail businesses, are used as the unit of analysis in this research project.

Journal of …, 2011

This paper explores the effect of lifestyle, culture, and tradition on consumer behavior in Ghana... more This paper explores the effect of lifestyle, culture, and tradition on consumer behavior in Ghana. With the current emphasis on globalization, U.S. businesses are increasingly targeting foreign consumers; subsequently understanding the behavior of these consumers and knowing their lifestyles is critical for their success. Businesses need to understand the effect of the culture in shaping consumer habits. Studying the effect of consumers' habits is a way of investigating buyer behavior and market segmentation. This paper studies consumer market segments existing among Ghanaian consumers by using lifestyle patterns and ethnocentrism.

Teaching Economics: Instruction and Classroom Based Research, 1997

The increasing diversity of students requires that all faculty members become aware of the differ... more The increasing diversity of students requires that all faculty members become aware of the different instructional modes. Faculty remain responsible for establishing a learning environment. As specialists, they possess a wealth of knowledge. This knowledge needs to be transferred in an interesting and informative way because some students perceive economics to be boring and inapplicable to their lives. Therefore, the job of the faculty member is made much more challenging. Faculty need to help students overcome barriers to learning. Attempting to motivate students to learn about economics requires that students become engaged in the learning process. Active learning strategies can be an effective teaching method to increase the perceived relevancy of economics courses. Engaging students in the learning process deepens their understanding of economic concepts. Moreover, greater comprehension reduces frustration giving students more self-confidence. Student centered learning can brighten the dismal science by inspiring students to learn conceptually difficult material.

Journal of Teaching in International Business, 2002

ABSTRACT Privatization and economic reform have significantly altered the Polish economy, which h... more ABSTRACT Privatization and economic reform have significantly altered the Polish economy, which has offered opportunities even in the area of business education. One of the imports within the new economy was the development of MBA programs. This paper investigates the content, context and process of developing MBA education in the Polish economy. It analyzes the development and the curriculum content of five higher educational institutions that have successfully implemented comprehensive MBA programs.

Journal of East-West Business, 2003

This paper discusses the transformation within the distri- bution and logistics sector in Poland.... more This paper discusses the transformation within the distri- bution and logistics sector in Poland. The privatization process and busi- ness growth, in conjunction with foreign direct investment, have created a very competitive environment. A modified version of Porter’s determi- nants of the competitive advantage model is used to illustrate changes in this industry. Models are presented depicting business logistics in Po- land before and after the transformation. Twelve firms operating in this sector were studied. Problems and opportunities are discussed as they re- late to business logistics in Poland. Eventual membership in the Euro- pean Union will further expand markets, as well as modernize Poland’s infrastructure and business logistics systems.

JOEEP: Journal of Emerging Economies and Policy, Jun 28, 2021

Bu çalışma, büyük ve gelişmekte olan pazarlardan Türkiye'deki bireysel yatırımcıların, sosyo-demo... more Bu çalışma, büyük ve gelişmekte olan pazarlardan Türkiye'deki bireysel yatırımcıların, sosyo-demografik ve ekonomik değişkenler ile internet kullanımının hanehalkı yatırımları ve borsaya katılımları üzerindeki etkilerini ölçmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Lojistik regresyon uygulanmış ve önemli bulgular elde edilmiştir. Türk yatırımcıların kişisel özelliklerinin yatırım kararları ve borsa katılımı için önemli bir faktör olduğu görülmüştür. İnternet kullanımı, borsa yatırımcılarının belirlenmesinde diğer sosyo-ekonomik değişkenlere kıyasla öngörücü bir unsur olmamasına rağmen, hane halkı yatırım seçimlerini ve borsaya katılımı artırmada bir katalizör olarak potansiyelini ortaya koymaktadır. Bununla birlikte, düşük tasarruf ve yatırım portföyü seviyeleri ülkenin ekonomik durumundan kaynaklanabilmekle birlikte, Türkiye'deki hane halkları için yatırım bilgisinin artırılması gerektiğini de göstermektedir. Elde edilen sonuçların diğer ülkelere uygulanma güçlüğüne rağmen, bu çalışma Türkiye'deki yatırımcı davranış analizine katkıda bulunmaktadır.

Almost all business activities in Lebanon take the form of family owned small business type. Leba... more Almost all business activities in Lebanon take the form of family owned small business type. Lebanon took advanced steps on globalization issues and entered into open trading activities, which makes its firms subject to global competition. In developed nation, small businesses are facing these challenges by lowering their cost, improving quality and adopting sophisticated high technology. Logistic strategies are one way these firms are using to overcome these challenges. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use and the role of logistic strategies by small businesses in Lebanon. It will focus on the way these businesses are adopting with the global requirements. Results showed evidence that the Lebanese small businesses exhibited a little use logistic strategies, which put them on a competitive disadvantage in facing the global challenges.