Includes index.

Machine generated contents note: -- IntroductionPrefaceAcknowledgmentsPart I: Globalization and World TradeChapter 1: An Overview of Global Business TodayChapter 2: Globalization and World Trade Liberalization Chapter 3: The U.S. Role in Global TradePart II: U.S. Exporting Policies and ProceduresChapter 4: Basics of Exporting Chapter 5: U.S. Export Controls and Procedures Part III: Importing into the United StatesChapter 6: Basics of Importing into the United StatesChapter 7: Entering the Import Business Chapter 8: Navigating the Maze of Import Controls Part IV: Trade FinanceChapter 9: Getting Paid or Paying for Exports or Imports Chapter 10: Case StudiesGlossaryCreditsIndex.

"International business, especially the export-import trade, is no longer an option, but a necessity for today's apparel industry to grow and generate profits or just to survive in the global marketplace. The decision to export or import is best based on a company or individual entrepreneur's careful and thorough analysis of its internal and external resources and capabilities. Essentials of Exporting and Importing provides the merchandising, marketing, or business student a practical, basic guide for importing and exporting products, services, or technology in a global economy"-- Provided by publisher.