After reading the Aregak Micro-Credit Organization in Armenia case study, answer the following questions:

1. What are some factors about Armenia to consider when doing business in that country?

2. What are some key factors about Mariam that makes her uniquely qualified to conduct business in Armenia?

3. What is Mariam's end goal (i.e. vision) for doing business in Armenia?

4. Was Mariam successful? If yes, define why. If no, define why.

5. Should Mariam change how her business is regulated? (i.e should her business stay a non-profit or become a regulated non-profit which is recognized by the government). Provide a reason for your answer.

6. Provide original thoughts and cited sources