Abstract:
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the investment determinants of the GDP growth in China and therefore to provide insights regarding the Chinese Market and its entry barriers.
Methodology: This research contains quantitative methods through a regression model and a qualitative study through various indicators and market data provided by various statistical tools and prominent international organizations.
Potential Outcomes: This study shows that FDI is a stronger determinant of GDP growth in China by approximately threefold than equity investment.
Potential Limitations: The most important limitation of this paper is the small sample of 20 observations was collected because China has a closed communist political system where it is almost impossible to obtain information.
Potential Implications: China as one of the strongest economy can serve as a raw model for developing economies to adopt FDI as a major engine for GDP growth.
Description:
M.B.A. and M.I.B. -- Faculty of Business Administration and Economics, Notre Dame University, Louaize and Bordeaux Business School Institute of International Business, 2014; "A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the joint degree of the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and the Master of Science in International Business (M.I.B.)."; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 66-77).