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Moral Hazards, Crisis, Bail Outs And E-Scads, Judy Johnston, Alexander Kouzmin, Kym Thorne, Stephen Kelly Feb 2011

Moral Hazards, Crisis, Bail Outs And E-Scads, Judy Johnston, Alexander Kouzmin, Kym Thorne, Stephen Kelly

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

No abstract provided.


A Comparison Of Market Entry Strategies Adopted By Information And Communication Technology (Ict) Firms From Major And Emerging Software Exporting Nations, Stephen Kelly, Jennifer Harrison Feb 2011

A Comparison Of Market Entry Strategies Adopted By Information And Communication Technology (Ict) Firms From Major And Emerging Software Exporting Nations, Stephen Kelly, Jennifer Harrison

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

This study examines the market entry practices of Australian and Pakistani Information and Communication Technology (ICT) firms and the proposition that Local Software Economy (LSE) maturity affects the selection of market entry practices. The question is significant as it is focused on an indirect effect – namely LSE maturity – on the adoption of market entry practices, with indirect effects being identified in recent literature as being significant and an area in need of further research. The findings provide support for the proposition, indicating that Australian and Pakistani firms, representative of firms operating in high and low maturity LSEs, respectively, …


Tickets To Asia: Foreign Market Entry And Sustained Competitiveness By Smes, Damian Hine, Stephen Kelly Feb 2011

Tickets To Asia: Foreign Market Entry And Sustained Competitiveness By Smes, Damian Hine, Stephen Kelly

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

No abstract provided.


Standing Alone: Small Business And The Global Market, Damian Hine, Stephen Kelly Feb 2011

Standing Alone: Small Business And The Global Market, Damian Hine, Stephen Kelly

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

This paper takes a multi-disciplinary approach to the exploration of the role small businesses play in the globalization of the Australian economy. We ask: do SMEs exist primarily to service the demands of their larger counterparts, relying on large firms to enter foreign markets, or do they have the ability to enter global markets as 'independent' entities, sustaining a consistent competitive advantage. A multiple case study approach has been applied to answer the research questions. Findings indicate that small firms are indeed independent and dynamic operators, crucial to Australia's economic success, and small firms are effective in entering foreign markets …


A Comparison Of Attitudes Toward Venture Capital Among Sme Principals And Their Advisors In New Zealand And Australia, Dean Prebble, Stephen Kelly Feb 2011

A Comparison Of Attitudes Toward Venture Capital Among Sme Principals And Their Advisors In New Zealand And Australia, Dean Prebble, Stephen Kelly

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

No abstract provided.


The Role Of Relationship Marketing And Networking In Foreign Market Entry And Sustained Competitiveness By Australian Smes, Stephen Kelly Feb 2011

The Role Of Relationship Marketing And Networking In Foreign Market Entry And Sustained Competitiveness By Australian Smes, Stephen Kelly

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

No abstract provided.


Export Commitment, Success And The Management Of Small Service Exporters, Stephen Kelly, Damian Hine Feb 2011

Export Commitment, Success And The Management Of Small Service Exporters, Stephen Kelly, Damian Hine

Adjunct Professor Stephen J Kelly

No abstract provided.