1st Edition

International Competitiveness and Global Markets Marketing Capabilities of Exporting SMEs

By Mateja Bodlaj, Gregor Pfajfar Copyright 2026
218 Pages 7 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

218 Pages 7 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book provides a systematic review of the marketing capabilities of exporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It identifies key gaps in existing research and offers new directions for future exploration. With a focus on the capabilities required for successful exporting, the book develops a unified perspective on this fragmented yet critical area of study.  Readers will gain... Read more

Introduction to marketing capabilities of exporting SMEs  Comprehensive definition and classification of SMEs  The economic and strategic importance of SMEs in global markets  Pathways to internationalization: how SMEs expand globally  Understanding marketing capabilities for international competitiveness  Systematic literature review: insights into marketing capabilities of exporting SMEs  Future research directions on marketing capabilities for exporting SMEs: emerging themes, gaps, and unanswered questions  Conclusion: key takeaways on marketing capabilities and export success for SMEs            

Biography

Mateja Bodlaj is Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business, Slovenia.

Gregor Pfajfar is Full Professor of International Business at the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business, Slovenia.