New models in old frameworks? Contributions to the extension of international management theories through the analysis of emerging multinationals

Morgan Marchand

International Journal of Emerging Markets, 2018, vol. 13, issue 3, 499-517

Abstract: Purpose - The extent to which emerging multinational enterprises (EMNEs) challenge extant international management (IM) theories is a question under current discussion. The purpose of this paper is to confront two classic theories (internationalization process model (IPM) and post-acquisition integration types) to several EMNEs strategies within their initial conceptual frameworks, exploring how their practices lead to extend and update existing models. Design/methodology/approach - This paper compares the classic IPM with the development stages of iconic EMNEs. This reveals how EMNEs’ strategies can be analyzed within extant conceptual frameworks, extending their theoretical content. This approach is then applied to an empirical study of post-acquisition integrations conducted in France by EMNEs from 11 countries of origin. Findings - Two theories are discussed, with suggested updates, within their extant frameworks, taking into account EMNEs’ strategies. First, the initial IPM is re-explored to reveal concentrated paths, from all quadrants of the framework. Similarly, post-integration typologies are updated, including the partnering approach frequently implemented by EMNEs, and the holding approach empirically identified with some specific features (subjection). Originality/value - This paper combines an analysis of some iconic EMNEs’ internationalization processes and empirical data on up-market acquisitions by EMNEs from diverse countries of origin. It provides suggestions to update two IM theories.

Keywords: Internationalization; International management; Emerging market multinationals; Theory of the multinational enterprise; International mergers and acquisitions; Internationalization process model (IPM) (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1108/IJoEM-03-2016-0070

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