#International business 4th edition griffin pustay series
Students analyse the case and answer a series of provided structured questions (in addition to those at the end of the case), in order to develop their critical thinking and analytical skills. Assessment item 3 involves students selecting an essay topic from a list provided by the lecturer and researching the topic by consulting the academic literature in the topic area, and then examining the proposition at the centre of the topic from several different points of view. Assessment item 2 involves students selecting a case on an international organization, industry or market from a list provided by the lecturer. Students need to understand connections between news stories and themes and topics in international business, indicating the interconnectedness of business and the global nature of many industries and markets. Such procedures may include, but are not limited to: essays, reports, examinations, student presentations or case studies.Īssessment item 1 involves analysis of an article from a selected list of popular media articles provided by the lecturer. Assessment strategy and rationaleĪ range of assessment procedures will be used to meet the unit learning outcomes and develop graduate attributes consistent with University assessment requirements. Extended sessions build around the various topics in the course is therefore appropriate. Interactive discussions around the topics and themes in the course is central to engaging students, and embedded knowledge and critical thinking. The above strategy has been chosen because delivery of learning materials in this unit requires block sessions (weekly or weekend) in order to both present descriptive material, and to analyze such material. Students will require 150 hours of study for this unit, including class attendance, readings and assignment preparation. Pattern of attendance and duration: One three-hour workshop each week on campus during a 12 week-semester or equivalent in intensive mode over two block weekends. Mode of delivery: On-campus or mixed mode or online, consisting of lectures, seminars, and workshops. Learning and teaching strategy and rationale Foreign direct investment and penetration.The political economy of international trade.International trade theory: social and environmental implications.
Difference between countries - politics, culture.GA9 - demonstrate effective communication in oral and written English language and visual media Content GA8 - locate, organise, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information GA6 - solve problems in a variety of settings taking local and international perspectives into account GA5 - demonstrate values, knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to the discipline and/or profession GA2 - recognise their responsibility to the common good, the environment and society LO5 - Formulate solutions to the major issues involved in global production, outsourcing and logistics, finance, marketing, research and development and Human Resource Management (GA5, GA6) Graduate attributes LO4 - Critically evaluate the methods businesses use to penetrate foreign markets and manage the return on investment (GA4, GA5) LO3 - Evaluate the benefits and problems associated with international trade including its impact on the environment and society (GA2, GA5) LO2 - Evaluate the country risk by using the information and data related to political, cultural, and economic environments (GA5, GA8) LO1 - Examine and communicate the meaning and impact of globalisation on business, the creation of regional trading blocs and trade agreements (GA5, GA9) On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to: We introduce students to concepts of international financing, marketing, and human resource management. We analyse the appropriate means for engaging in international trade and expansion given the nature of and circumstances facing the organisation and with consideration for the impact on the common good, society, and the environment. How organisations evaluate, plan, and undertake international engagement and expansion are considered. We examine why businesses engage in international trade and business and consider the role that economics, politics, and culture play in the decision to operate internationally. This unit is designed to introduce students to the issues involved in undertaking business in the global marketplace. MGMT656 Global Experience Teaching organisationģ hours per week for twelve weeks or equivalent.