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internationalization
The process by which something (e.g., a company, a market, a university) takes on an international orientation or is expanded beyond national borders.
Die Internationalisierung der Wirtschaft führt zu einem stärkeren globalen Wettbewerb.
The internationalization of the economy leads to stronger global competition.
The word shows a typical German word-formation process: from the adjective 'international' (international), the verb 'internationalisieren' (to internationalize) is formed. With the ending '-ung', this becomes the noun 'Internationalisierung' (internationalization), which describes the process or the result.
Viele Universitäten internationalisieren ihre Studienprogramme.
Many universities are internationalizing their degree programs.
The noun is very often used with a genitive attribute to specify what is being internationalized. Alternatively, the preposition 'von' (of) with the dative can also be used.
Die Internationalisierung der Märkte stellt kleine Unternehmen vor Herausforderungen.
The internationalization of markets poses challenges for small companies.
In connection with 'Internationalisierung' (internationalization), verbs that describe a process are often used. Common combinations are 'die Internationalisierung vorantreiben' (to drive forward internationalization), 'fördern' (to promote), or 'unterstützen' (to support).
Das Unternehmen möchte seine Internationalisierung weiter vorantreiben.
The company wants to further drive forward its internationalization.
This word belongs to technical and written language. It is found especially in texts from the fields of business, politics, academia, and education.
In dem Fachartikel wird die Internationalisierung der Forschung thematisiert.
The academic article addresses the internationalization of research.
globalization
Both words describe an orientation that extends beyond national borders. „Internationalisierung“ usually refers to expanding a company, market, or institution into several countries. „Globalisierung“, by contrast, emphasizes comprehensive worldwide interconnectedness and mutual dependence in various areas.
Die Internationalisierung der Universität begann mit neuen Studienangeboten in mehreren Ländern.
The university’s internationalization began with new study programs in several countries.
Die Globalisierung verbindet Unternehmen und Menschen auf der ganzen Welt immer stärker.
Globalization is increasingly connecting companies and people all over the world.
