An Investigation of Factors Influencing Performance in Sino-Foreign High-Technology Joint Ventures

Abstract

The objective of the project is to look for some key factors that influence the performance of Sino-Foreign high-technology joint ventures. It may then be possible to provide some information to benefit future foreign investment cooperation in China. Following this principle, the research began with a literature review (chapter two) to see what previous studies have been made in this area of study. The research focuses on two areas and analyses the key factors determining a joint venture’s (JV) performance. One area, the influence of the Chinese investment environment on the establishment of joint ventures, is described in chapter three. The other area is the effect of technology transfer and management on the operating performance of JVs, which is considered a shaving a crucial role in the performance of high-technology joint ventures. Within this area several case studies and related analyses are addressed in chapter four and chapter five. The conclusions for factors influencing the performance of Sino-Foreign high-technology joint ventures are drawn in chapter six.