the links and interdependencies between countries all around the world

transnational corporations (TNCs) are large businesses that operate in at least two countries

when TNCs adapt their product or service to suit the local market better

a way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share

Transnational corporations

Geography

This unit introduces pupils to the concept of globalisation and develops their understanding of how people and places are connected through economics and culture. Pupils will evaluate how the benefits and challenges brought by globalisation differs over global space.

Globalisation: Is the world shrinking?

A company that operates only within one country

A company that operates in multiple countries around the world

What is a transnational corporation (TNC)?

Which of the following is an example of a transnational corporation?

TNCs can sell different products in different countries

TNCs must sell the same products in different countries

Which of the following is true about TNCs?

To reduce the cost of production by using cheaper labour

What is one of the main reasons why TNCs set up factories in developing countries?

Exploitation of workers and environmental damage

Which of the following is an effect of globalisation?

A company opening branches in multiple countries

People staying in one country their whole lives

Local farmers only selling within their village

Which of these is an example of globalisation?

Equal distribution of wealth and resources

The creation of businesses in all countries

The uneven distribution of resources, wealth, and opportunities

More demand for faster and more efficient transport

Decrease in the movement of people and goods

What is one of the effects of globalisation on global transport routes?

Starter Quiz