Market Entry
Entering new geographic/product market.
Real World
When Starbucks entered China, it chose wholly-owned stores (FDI) rather than franchising, allowing full control over brand experience — a calculated high-commitment entry method.
Exam Focus
Match the entry method to the context: 'evaluate' questions expect you to weigh commitment level, risk, and control against the specific market conditions given.
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