Multinational Companies and Business Environment in India: A Study

This project examines the impact of multinational companies (MNCs) on the business environment of India, focusing on globalization, challenges faced by local businesses, and potential opportunities. The project includes a project management plan, work breakdown structure, and Gantt chart to outline the research process. It utilizes an interpretivism research philosophy and inductive research approach. The research design is explanatory, employing random sampling of HR managers. Data collection involves primary and secondary data, analyzed using both qualitative and quantitative methods. The study aims to determine the impact of MNCs, particularly McDonald's, on the Indian economy, and provides recommendations to overcome negative impacts and capitalize on opportunities. The project covers key aspects of research methodology, data analysis, and interpretation, leading to conclusions and recommendations regarding the influence of MNCs on India's business landscape.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC:.............................................................................................................................................1
LO.1.................................................................................................................................................1
P.1 Aims and Objectives .......................................................................................................1
Introduction & Research Background....................................................................................1
Aim and Objectives................................................................................................................1
Rationale.................................................................................................................................2
P.2 Project Management Plan.................................................................................................2
P.3 Work Break-down Structure and Gantt Chart..................................................................3
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LO.2.................................................................................................................................................6
P.4 Research Methodology.....................................................................................................6
LO.3.................................................................................................................................................8
P.5 Data Analysis and Interpretation......................................................................................8
P.6 Recommendation............................................................................................................14
LO.4...............................................................................................................................................15
P.7 Reflection.......................................................................................................................15
CONCLUSION..............................................................................................................................16
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................17
APPENDIX....................................................................................................................................18
QUESTIONNAIRE..............................................................................................................18

TOPIC:
How do multinational companies impact the business environment of the host
destination e.g. a country, region, city?
LO.1
P.1 Aims and Objectives
Introduction & Research Background
Globalisation is the integration of the market within the world economy ion which
consequently increased the interconnectedness of national economies. Multinational corporations
are functions of this interconnectedness as they can from and utilise the connections between
economies to operate with multiple nations. MNC's are the agent of globalisation. Only because
of globalisation, it is possible to access to new market, labour are cheaper prices, opportunities to
the reduction of tax and many others. India is a developing country and it provides many benefits
to the economy of India (Paarlberg and Yoshioka, 2016). MNC's improves the balance of
payments, provides employment, source of tax revenue and build a national reputation. On the
other hand, with the rising multinational companies, countries also faces some challenges like
increases in competition among companies, environmental impact, low skilled employment and
many others.
Thus, in this present research project, researcher will identify the impact of multinational
companies on the business environment of the India by using logical methods and techniques.
Aim and Objectives
Aim:
“To determine the impact of multinational companies on the business environment of the
India. A study on McDonalds.”
Objectives:
 To determine globalisation in terms of multinational companies.
 To identify the impact of multinational companies on the economy of India.
 To articulate the challenges faced by local businesses in the business environment on
with the rising of multinational corporations.
 To provide ways to overcome the negative impact of multinational companies on the
business environment and grab more opportunities in India.
Research Questions:
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1. What is the globalisation in terms of multinational companies?
2. What is the impact of multinational companies on the economy of India?
3. What are the challenges faced by local businesses in the business environment on with
the rising of multinational corporations?
4. What are the ways to overcome the negative impact of multinational companies on the
business environment and grab more opportunities in India?
Rationale
The reason for choosing the topic How do multinational companies impact the business
environment of the host destination is because of increasing multinational companies in the
economy (Khan, Shenkar and Lew, 2015). Thus, this topic will provide clear understanding and
knowledge about the benefits and drawbacks of multinational companies on the economic
growth and development of the nation. In addition to this, the academic interest of researcher is
another reason for choosing the topic as by conducting this research, researcher will gain
understanding about the research methodologies, data collection techniques and about the topic.
P.2 Project Management Plan
Project management plan is approved, formal document which defines the project is
executed, controlled and defined. It is summary and description of the detailed document and
also involves the subsidiary plan management, baselines and other planning documents. It is
document which understand the plan for dividends throughout the preparation of the
projects(Kerzner and Kerzner, 2017).
Communication:- A project management plan without effective communication is not
completed. Its important and simple tool for communicating effectively in the project with the
team, clients and other stakeholders. Communication is a set of the clear guidelines where all the
information has been shared through e-mail circular and it is also responsible for sharing the
needs and demands for the project management plan. It is very helpful for driving the business
plans and which making the plan and strategy through effective communications(Newton,
2016.).
Cost:- cost it is one of the most important management plan which easily outlines the
activities and criteria for carried out the part of the project management plan. Cos is required at
the time of making the plan and it is allocated according to the aspects. It provides the estimation
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for the amount which has been spent on the project management plan(Eskerod and Jepsen,
2016).
Resources:- it is one of the main important part of the project management plan where it
required for carry out the tasks of the project. It can involve the equipments, laptops, facilities
and funding which is capable for required for the completing the project activities.
Quality:- it is one of the necessary thing in the project management plan because project
is based on the quality which shows the systematic actions, set of planned activities and it also
complies with the specific requirements. Its important to manage the quality of the project and it
is also reliability and authenticity quality.
Risk:- It is one of the significant part of the project management plan where it has to
focus on the risk which arrived for making the project plan. Its necessary to protect the data
which is related to the project. It is possibility uncertain and conditions occurs risk. Sometimes
the data and plan of the project a has been theft b others and which create so many problems and
issues in making the projects(Larson and Gray, 2017).
Scope:- Project planing is determining the document list of the specific project variables,
goals and features, functions etc. In other words it need to achieved both the academic and
corporate levels and work must have done for delivering the projects. It is helpful for both the
corporate and academic sectors such as it can be used by students and employers as well.
P.3 Work Break-down Structure and Gantt Chart
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Research proposal 15 days Mon 25-03-
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Aims and objectives 7 days Mon 15-04-
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Literature review 15 days Mon 15-04-
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Research methodologies 17 days Mon 15-04-
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Data collection 18 days Mon 06-05-
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Data interpretation 15 days Thu 30-05-19 Wed 19-06-
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Finding and conclusion 13 days Thu 30-05-19 Mon 17-06-
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Recommendations 9 days Thu 20-06-19 Tue 02-07-19 6,7
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Execute the plan 8 days Tue 18-06-19 Thu 27-06-19 8
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Submission 1 day Wed 03-07-
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Table 1: Time Scale
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Illustration 1: Gantt Chart
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LO.2
P.4 Research Methodology.
Research philosophy – A philosophy of research is a phenomenon and a belief about the
path in which data be used, collected and analysed. It deals with the nature, source &
development of knowledge. Research philosophy are of four types Realism, Pragmatism,
Interpretivism and Positivism. Positivism philosophy of research can't be explained in concise
and precise manner because of the differences in between positivism which is used by
researchers. The Interpretivism on the other hand give liberty to the researchers for interpreting
study elements. It collects small samples of data and make investigations on it. Researchers used
Interpretivism philosophy of research in order to overcome negative impact of multi nation
company like McDonald and create more job opportunities. Interpretivism philosophy is
providing aid in providing real and factual data. The involvement of human interest is in this
philosophy (Schuurman, De Marez, and Ballon, 2016). The reality in this type of philosophy is
concluded by knowings, shared meanings and language.
Research approach – The research approach is the procedure and planning which
consists of steps involved in broad anticipation for detailed method of collection of data,
interpretation and analysis. There are mainly three types of research approach, these are
Inductive, Deductive and Abductive research approach. In deductive approach of research,
researchers formulate hypothesis. The inductive approach in research mainly consists Patterns,
observations and also conceptual framework (Wellington, 2015). The Abductive research is
process which is actually devoted in observations which are incomplete, puzzles and surprising
facts. The researchers are using inductive research approach in order to overcome negative
impact of MNC in the era of globalization and trade successfully in India. The inductive research
approach doesn't involve hypothesis formulation. It begun with questions of research, objectives
and aim which need to be achievable during the project of research.
Research design – The research designs are set of procedures and methods which is used
in analysing collection and measures of the variables in the research which is specified. A
research design shall include problem of research, independent variables and hypothesis. There
are mainly four types of designs among research is available. These are Diagnostic, Descriptive,
Experimental and Explanatory. The Explanatory design of research reflects a research which is
conducted for a problem that had not studied clearly and to develop the operation and improve
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the final research designs. Descriptive research is used for describing traits of phenomenon
which has been studied. The researcher use this research design to overcome negative impact of
MNC and more opportunities to attain success. This is a scientific method that involves behavior
description and observation of project's topic.
Sampling – The sampling refers to process which is used in statistical analysis for a
number of observation abstract from a large population. There are many ways of sampling that
can be opt but mostly preferable are Stratifies, cluster, random and systematic. The researchers
here will take random sample such as 10 Human resource managers of McDonald are selected
from different geographical areas as a participant of samples to analyse overcome negative
impact of MNC to meet requirements of job opportunities in McDonald. Random sampling is
providing an aid in order to attain equal probability by selection of members by random samples.
This method is simplest and easiest from all because of the fewer chances of mistakes or errors
in this than a sample which is biased as bias sample lead to incorrect conclusion.
Data collection – It refers to collecting, gathering and measure of information on the
variances in a well established manner which enables an individual to answer research questions
which are stated to test hypothesis and outcome evaluation. There are majorly two types of
collection of data Primary and secondary data (Lourie, and Rata, 2017). The primary data is a
data which is collected originally through investigators on their own as there are more chances of
adequacy. Secondary data is a data which is based on primary data and that's why it lacks
originality. The researchers collected primary which outlines ways to overcome negative impact
of MNC on McDonald.
Data analysis – There are two methods of data analysis. One is Qualitative method and
other is quantitative method. Qualitative data analysis is analysing the data on the basis of text
documents, Notes, videos and images. Qualitative data analyse can be done through observation,
focus group interview and one-on -one interview. It can be broadly classify into five categories:
Content analyse, Narrative analyse, Discourse analyse, Framework analyse and grounded theory
Whereas quantitative data is in the form of number and figures. This type of data is used for
mathematical calculation which is useful for making real life decision. Quantitative data can be
collected through surveys, through telephonic interview, face to face interview as well.
Ethical consideration - Ethical consideration is an important part of research.
Researcher have to take care the ethics of volunteer participates and respect there dignity.
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Researcher have to maintain the data of volunteer confidential and not force them to provide the
information (Hays, Wood, Dahl, and Kirk‐Jenkins, 2016). They have to ensure that the data
provided by the participants are accurate and true. Researcher have to maintain the transparency
and honesty with the participants and avoid the use of offensive and unacceptable language. In
questionnaire researcher have to avoid the use of jargon and double meaning words.
LO.3
P.5 Data Analysis and Interpretation
Theme 1: Maximum Business owners are aware of increasing trends of multinational
companies in your country.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Yes 15
May Be 6
No 9
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Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that maximum business owners are aware of
increasing trends of multinational companies in India as said by 15 respondents. They said that
India is an emerging country and there are incredible opportunities to grow and develop the
market share of the company and this is the reason of increasing trends of multinational
companies in India. On the other hand, there were 9 participants who are not agreed as they said
they are not aware of increasing terms of multinational companies. Whereas, there were 6
participants who were confused and do not have answers.
Theme 2: The impact of increasing multinational companies on the business environment
of India is positive.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Positive 15
Neutral 7
Negative 8
9
Yes
May Be
No
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
FREQUENCY

Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that the impact of increasing companies on
the business environment of India is positive as stated by 15 participants. They provide their
justification that with the rising investment of multinational companies the balance of payment,
technology transfer is also easy, it is source of tax revenue that improves the economy of the
country. In additions to this, there are 7 business owners who are against of this as they said
MNC's are creating pressure on the economy as well as on the business environment like
competition is highly increasing, there is uncertainty in the work and the most important the
traditional culture and traditions are diluted. Rest of 8 said that there is neutral impact of MNC's
on the business environment.
Theme 3: MNC improves the balance of payment of India.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Yes 16
May Be 8
No 6
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Positive
Neutral
Negative

Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that multinational companies has improved
the balance of payment of India as supported by 16 participants. They said that inward
investment will usually aid a country's balance of payment situation as the investment itself will
be a direct flow of capital into the country and the investment is also likely to result in import
substitution and export promotion. Export promotion comes due to the multinational using their
production facility as a basis for exporting. On the other hand, there were 8 respondents who
were not confident on there answer as they replied BOP is might be improved. Rest of 6 were
against of this as they said that BOP of India not improving through MNC's.
Theme 4: MNC has raised the employment rate of India.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Yes 14
May Be 9
No 7
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Yes
May Be
No

Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that employment rate of India is improved
by the investment of MNC's as supported by 14 participants. They said, usually FDI will result in
employment benefits for host country as most people are hired locally and they also said that the
huge number of population of India are working in MNC's. Whereas, 9 business owners do not
have specific answer as they were confused either employment rate is increased or not. Further,
the outcomes of survey also identified that 7 business owners were against of this as they said
that the job created by MNC's might be low skilled.
Theme 5: Increasing in competition is not a leading negative impact of MNC's on the local
businesses.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Yes 8
Not Sure 9
No 13
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Yes May Be No
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6
8
10
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Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that increasing competition in the economy
is not leading negative impact on local businesses as supported by 13 participants. They said
that, local businesses are gaining competitive advantages as they could also use new and
innovative technologies and provide product at the same rate which MNC's are providing. On the
other hand, there were 8 participants who were not in favour of this as they said MNC's has
greatly impacted the local businesses because the presence of newly arrives multinationals raises
the competition in the economy as they produce the products at lower cost that is leading
pressure on the economy.
Theme 6: Technology transfer is the possible benefits of multinational companies investing
in the country.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Source of tax revenue 4
Increasing Choice 6
13
Yes
Not Sure
No

Technology transfer 9
National Reputation 7
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Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners of
multinational companies of India and it is identified that among all the give advantages
technology transfer is the biggest benefit as 9 participants were highly agreed. As per there view,
all the innovative technologies are brought by MNC's that has reduces the cost of production and
waste in work. 6 were also supporting as they said with MNC's have made the skilled and
technical workforce. Other respondents were supporting to source of tax revenue, rises the
choice of customers and build national reputation of the county.
Theme 7: Environment and social impact is the biggest challenges an economy faced with
the multinational companies.
PARTICULARS FREQUENCY
Environment and social impact 13
Uncertainty 6
Low skilled employment 4
Others 7
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Source of tax revenue
Increasing Choice
Technology transfer
National Reputation
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
FREQUENCY

Interpretation: From the above survey conducted from the 30 different owners
of multinational companies of India and it is identified that among all the challenges of the
economy faced through environmental and social impact were diluting. There are 13
participating is highly agreed. As per the view the biggest challenges on economy has been faced
for producing the cheap and efficient ways best for the environmental practices. Social impact
dilute the traditional culture and local customers. The uncertainty of the 6 participants were
increasing the footloose of the multinational firms and on the other hand the 4 participants of low
skilled employment is creating job in the local environment of India where it worked with the
multinational employee's expertise employees for more skilled roles and seniors and other 7
participants were supporting for taking the challenges of the economy has been faced by the
multinational firms.
P.6 Recommendation
From the above analysis, researcher has recommended some recommendations which are as
follows-
Technological advancement – The company McDonald can improve their technologies
in order to compete with different rivalries companies in India. Also, they can advance their
technology to safeguard scare resources and to attain competitive advantage. They can use
machines which uses different source of electricity like hydro electricity. By this company like
McDonald in India grow and attain a good image in mind of consumers and the market itself.
Create job opportunities – The McDonald can create more job opportunities in India. As
the country like India which is in developing state need more jobs for developing and
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Environment and social
impact
Uncertainty
Low skilled employment
Others

contributing to their economy. Also, by enhancing unemployment ratio in India company will
able to get more support from government and they will aid them from legal and political
hazards. The employees hired by the McDonald stay motivated for their working because they
feel pride by getting attached with such a big brand.
LO.4
P.7 Reflection
In this present study, I have learned hat there are many things which was very helpful for
increasing the skills and knowledge on the topic of managing the successful business project. I
was feeling very pleasured when I was conducting the research because I have learned so many
things such as how to manage a business project and how to plan it. The entire steps, process and
strategies has been required for achieving the success and growth of the products which has been
very important to follow.
From this study I have learned so many things and it is beneficial for may future ad
careerer as I feel so much pleasure to conduct this research and I have learned how to formulate
aims and objectives. I found bit challenging task to formulate the objectives of the research
because the entire study relied on the objective. But I have taken help from my tutor and friends
and successfully formulated the aim and objectives. Further, I have also learned how to prepare
the project management plan as it is also one of the interesting task for me. In addition to this,
evaluation of research methodologies is quite challenging task for me as I have yo select the
most suitable methodologies to collect the data and present the data in a meaningful manner.
One of the best thing about this study is that managing the plans of the projects which was
impact the business as well as on the customers. Moreover, when it is formulating the aims and
objectives of the research and I was thinking broadly but after that I understood that the best
results and outcomes has been obtained by narrowing the research aims and objectives. After all
that I have prepared about a project management plan where I have to make a budget for the
research, and also select the medium for the effective communications, identify the potential risk,
gathered all the resources so I can reach the best conclusion of the study(Heagney, 2016).
Furthermore, I have used various research methodologies where I feel bit difficult and it
also took time but it is very important part in conducting the research study because the results
and conclusion are depended upon the types of the research methodologies and after all that the
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researcher have chosen the appropriate and best one. In addition, to this the best part of the study
is all the data collected from survey. This way is my amazing experience as I have understood
the views from senior level management of MacDonald's globalisation and I also learned that
what the impact of the multinational firms on the business and economy of the country, thus, this
research study is very useful and helpful for the conducting further any research studies in future
(Kerzner, 2018.). Moreover, I also want to recommend some suggestions to MacDonald's for
more productivity like they should focus on bringing more improve their technologies in order to
compete with different rivalries companies as well as they can advance their technology to
safeguard scare resources and to attain competitive advantage. At the end, I feel that I have
successfully achieved the objectives of the research.
CONCLUSION
Managing successful business is a part of making the plans and strategies according to
the business positions in market. It's also implementing that the management of time in business
and uses of the resources effectively. This study will conclude the establishing of the aims and
objectives of the organisation. It produces a project management plan for covering all the aspects
and a breakdown structure and Gantt chart for providing time frames and stages for completion.
Furthermore, this study will conclude all the process and procedures of research methodologies
and also with the appropriate accommodations for the results of research and data analysis. It
will conclude the values of undertaking the research for meeting the objectives and own learning
and performance.
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