| Abstract [eng] |
Final Master thesis analyzes international business problems in metalworking industry. In order to identify the main business trends of the metalworking industry in Lithuania, the analysis of its sectoral statistics was carried out. The empirical research was aimed at identifying the factors determining the successful internationalization of metalworking companies and proposing the most suitable model for their internationalization. The combination of Born Global and networking models were chosen as the most suitable for the internationalization of Lithuanian metal processing companies. Structure: introduction, chapters about the role and development of metalworking industry, internationalization process and strategies, research of internationalization state of the metalworking industry in Lithuania, proposed internationalization adoption model for Lithuanian metalworking companies, conclusions and suggestions, references. Thesis consists of: 72 p. without annexes, 12 pictures, 10 tables, 99 bibliographical entries. Annexes included. |
