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Library Resources

The following articles and websites have been used by students in the past and are available via the Mount Library or the online data bases.

Please note: Many of the articles can be accessed directly by clicking on the website that follows the article.

  • Mount Saint Vincent University - Online Databases and search engines: http://www.msvu.ca/library/researchtools.asp
  • For Best results use:
    • EBSCO
    • Academic Search Premier
    • CBCA
    • Business Canadian Business Periodicals Index Online
    • Canadian Newsstand Globe and Mail
    • ProQuest
    • Science Direct

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Free Trade Resources

Maynes, E Scott. (Fall2001/Winter2002). Impact of free
    trade on consumers: "Global consumer education about  
    free trade: Emphatically in the consumer interest", 
    Advancing the Consumer Interest, Vol. 13 Issue 1/2, p.8.

Starbuck:

Free Trade Websites:

The last site above contains links to organizations that are both for and against free trade and include discussions on the WTO, IMF, etc

Dollarization articles:

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Other Articles from Ebsco (locate through MSVU library link):

Title: Setting the Record Straight. Authors: Robertson, David Source: Policy; Spring2000, Vol. 16 Issue 3, p19, 5p

Abstract: Reports on the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in the free trade globalization process. Benefits of free trade; Complaints by non- government organizations against the WTO; Background on the creation of the WTO; Consequences of trade sanctions. Full Text Word Count: 3348 ISSN: 1032-6634 Accession Number: 3957871

Database: Academic Search Premier
Section: Feature Article Record #2
Canada & Nafta:

This article both analyzes the differences between Americans and Canadians with respect to their knowledge of NAFTA and their assessment of its benefits and tests models to assess what types of variables drive such knowledge and assessments. These variables include level of identification with the continent, acceptance of national disintegration, opinions about managing sovereignty, socioeconomic and demographic variables, and an indicator of political party spectrum preferences. Some of the more noteworthy simple findings are that Americans and Canadians differ in their knowledge of NAFTA, their assessment of its benefits, level of continental identification, acceptance of national disintegration, and the ways in which they approach the management of sovereignty. At a more complex level, multivariate models for the two countries show that assessments and knowledge of NAFTA are driven by different variables or by the same variables but in different directions. This has implications for the future evolution of continental policy.

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Database: Academic Search Premier
Record: 3
Title: NAFTA and the changing pattern of state exports.
Authors: Coughlin, Cletus C. 1 coughlin@stls.frb.org Wall, Howard J. 1 wall@stls.frb.org Source: Papers in Regional Science; 2003, Vol. 82 Issue 4, p427,
Document Type: Article Abstract:

The trade liberalization associated with NAFTA has affected the pattern of state exports by altering the origin as well as the destination of merchandise exports. We find that NAFTA has increased US merchandise exports to Mexico and Canada by just over 15%, and has increased total US merchandise exports by nearly 8%. We also find that although many states have seen large increases in exports to both Mexico and Canada, others have seen large decreases. NAFTA has also affected states exports to non-NAFTA regions of the world, tending to decrease exports to Europe and Latin America and increase exports to Asia. States in the northeast regions of the United States have seen the smallest increases in exports in the wake of NAFTA. Author Affiliations: 1Research Division, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, 411 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA ISSN: 1056-8190 DOI: 10.1007/s10110-003-0122-x Accession Number: 11318005

Database: Academic Search Premier _____
Record: 4
Title: NAFTA at three-and-one-half years: Where do we stand and where do we go?--a U.S. view.
Authors: Mastel, Greg Source: Canada -- United States Law Journal; 1997, Vol. 23, p337, 9p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *FREE trade
Geographic Terms: NORTH America

Abstract: Focuses on the North American Free Trade Agreement from a United States view. Expansion of trade between the United States and Canada; Increase propensity to import; Benefits that the United States get from NAFTA; Possible extension of Fast Track. Full Text Word Count: 3898 ISSN: 0163-6391 Accession Number: 9712122248

Database: Academic Search Premier
NAFTA AT THREE-AND-ONE-HALF YEARS: WHERE DO WE STAND AND WHERE DO WE GO? -- A U.S. VIEW
Authors: Mastel, Greg
Source: Canada -- United States Law Journal; 1997, Vol. 23, p337, 9p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *FREE trade Geographic Terms: NORTH America

Abstract: Focuses on the North American Free Trade Agreement from a United States view. Expansion of trade between the United States and Canada; Increase propensity to import; Benefits that the United States get from NAFTA; Possible extension of Fast Track. Full Text Word Count: 3898 ISSN: 0163-6391 Accession Number: 9712122248

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Record: 5
Title: Peace through Trade or Free Trade?
Authors: McDonald, Patrick J.
Source: Journal of Conflict Resolution; Aug2004, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p547, 26p
Document Type: Abstract

Abstract: This study argues that a subtle shift in the primary independent variable of the commercial peace literature-from trade to free trade-provides an opportunity to respond to the some of the strongest criticisms of this research program. Free trade, and not just trade, promotes peace by removing an important foundation of domestic privilege-protective barriers to international commerce-that enhances the domestic power of societal groups likely to support war, reduces the capacity of free-trading interests to limit aggression in foreign policy, and simultaneously generates political support for the state often used to build its war machine. A series of statistical tests demonstrates that higher levels of free trade, rather than trade alone, reduce military conflict between states. Moreover, contrary to conventional wisdom, these arguments suggest how the puzzling case of World War I may confirm, rather than contradict, the central claims of com- mercial liberalism. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] Author Affiliations: 1Department of Government University of Texas, Austin. ISSN: 0022-0027 Accession Number: 13885560

Record: 6
Title: Advantages of Russia's Participation in WTO.
Authors: Likhachev, Aleksey
Source: International Affairs: A Russian Journal of World Politics, Diplomacy & International Relations; 2003, Vol. 49 Issue 4, p114, 11p
Document Type: Article

Abstract: Analyzes the benefits gained by the Russian Federation in becoming a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Specific features of final stages of the state's WTO accession negotiations; Role of the WTO in developing international economic relations; Opportunities for protecting Russia's national interests after WTO accession. ISSN: 0130-9641 Accession Number: 10653743

 

Record: 7
Title: Fair Trade: A Cup at a Time?
Authors: Levi, Margaret and Linton, April
Source: Politics & Society; Sep2003, Vol. 31 Issue 3, p407, 26p,
Document Type: Article

Abstract: Offers some perspective on the limits of ethical consumption campaigns such as Fair Trade coffee. Correlation between the kinds of beans specialty coffee companies prefer and small-scale production; Seasonality of coffee harvest and growers' management strategies; Overview of how Fair Trade initiatives alter incentives of coffee farmers, roasters, and consumers. ISSN: 0032-3292 Accession Number: 10702863

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Specific Sources from Canadian Business Magazine

Face off [Two experts share their opposing views on the controversial Free Trade Area of the Americas initiative] Cooper, Sherry S. Canadian Business Toronto:Apr 30, 2001. Vol. 74, Iss. 8, p. 106,108

Face off [Two experts share their opposing views on the controversial Free Trade Area of the Americas initiative] McQuaig, Linda. Canadian Business Toronto:Apr 30, 2001. Vol. 74, Iss. 8, p. 107,109

Why globalization works: the federal trade minister argues that it's time to put a human face on trade liberalization Pettigrew, Pierre. Canadian Business Toronto:Oct 2, 2000. Vol. 73, Iss. 18, p. 107

Hey mob, let's do lynch! Does smashing, looting and mindless violence advance the cause of free trade opponents? Verburg, Peter. Canadian Business Toronto:Dec 31, 1999. Vol. 72, Iss. 21, p. 28,30

In praise of open markets: a survey of Canadian businesses on the impact of free trade shows there's plenty to cheer about Myers, Jayson. Canadian Business Toronto:Nov 13, 1998. Vol. 71, Iss. 18, p. 132

In praise of open markets Jayson Myers. Canadian Business Toronto:Nov 13, 1998. Vol. 71, Iss. 18, p. 132 (1 pp.)

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What price employment? Some experts say a lower jobless rate could ignite inflation. Don't believe it Myers, Jayson. Canadian Business Toronto:May 29, 1998. Vol. 71, Iss. 9, p. 31

Down the wrong road Jack Mintz. Canadian Business Toronto:Apr 26-May 9, 2004. Vol. 77, Iss. 9, p. 21 (1 pp.)

Whose side are you on? Thomas Watson. Canadian Business Toronto:Apr 26-May 9, 2004. Vol. 77, Iss. 9, p. 23 (1 pp.)

Taken for a ride Al Rosen. Canadian Business Toronto:Apr 12-Apr 25, 2004. Vol. 77, Iss. 8, p. 21 (1 pp.)

Bombardier's bank Matthew McClearn. Canadian Business Toronto:Mar 29-Apr 11, 2004. Vol. 77, Iss. 7, p. 20-22 (3 pp.)

Open for business: a new tax-cutting, subsidy-slashing finance minister is shaking up Quebec Inc. But is a province so reliant on government largesse ready for Yves Seguin? Yakabuski, Konrad. Canadian Business Toronto:Oct 14, 2003. Vol. 76, Iss. 19, p. n/a

Car trouble Thomas Watson. Canadian Business Toronto:Mar 17, 2003. Vol. 76, Iss. 5, p. 69-73 (3 pp.)

Ee i ee i--owe: why do taxpayers keep funding Band-Aid farm schemes? [Agriculture Policy Framework] Wahl, Andrew. Canadian Business Toronto:Aug 5, 2002. Vol. 75, Iss. 14, p. 11,12

Your tax dollars at work Any Holloway. Canadian Business Toronto:Aug 5, 2002. Vol. 75, Iss. 14, p. 88 (1 pp.)

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SWOT Analysis

The following are recommended questions to ask about a company when analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

  • Strengths:
    • Management
    • Products
    • Marketing Campaign
    • Market Coverage
    • PR
    • Brand Awareness
    • R&D
    • Cost of products
    • Control systems
    • Reputation
    • Enthusiasm
    • Financial Resources
  • Opportunities:
    • Expansion to other markets
    • Expand number of products
    • Have products appeal to more customers
    • Vertical Integration
    • Reduce rivalry
    • Upswing in the economy or industry
    • Others
  • Weaknesses:
    • Look at strengths section and replace strong with poor or weak
    • Lack of Financial Resources
    • Poor Strategy
    • Poor Management
    • Poor Marketing ETC ETC
  • Threats:
    • Competition
    • Increase in competition
    • Changing consumer tastes
    • Rise in substitute products
    • New forms of competition
    • Limit of supplies
    • Change in economics

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