Abstract
Abstract: This work aims to analyse the effect of the holistic view, continuous
learning and information technology infrastructure on the creation of
international business competences. The study also investigates whether the
creation of this type of competence significantly affects firm performance
using the structural equation modelling method of hypothesis testing. A survey
of 257 companies from the biotechnology and telecommunications industries
verifies the mediating role of international business competences. These
findings suggest that managers should emphasise the creation of a holistic
view, promote continuous learning and improve the information technology
infrastructure in order to develop international business competences, because
these competences have a positive and significant impact on firm performance.
