Internationally-oriented enterprises have increased their role in the world economy in the last several years, which has had a positive effect as a growing number of economies is accepting international orientation – participation in international business. The processes of integration in the world economy are visible: numerous political barriers are being removed while those referring to economy and administration are getting smaller. There are more joint investments, non-typical arrangements and strategic alliances. There is a greater geographic distribution of business activities among internationally- oriented enterprises.