This module is designed to introduce the student to major theoretical concepts in international business, and their application from the manager’s perspective. It covers a wide range of issues relating to the international business environment and applies these considerations to managing the international firm. These issues are further explored through a range of group activities and case-studies. Disciplines such as trade theory and international economics, international finance, organisational theory and business strategy are addressed.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of concepts and skills relevant to the problems of managing and understanding overseas operations
Critically assess different theoretical perspectives and identify their main contributions and weaknesses.
Demonstrate critical analytical skills with respect to interpreting global business strategy issues.
Use theoretical work to inform a critical application to business problems and links to corporate performance.
Critically analyse business problems from the perspective of the parent and host management of a multinational company
Develop skills in verbal and written communication, team working, and critical analysis
Assessment
29521-02 : 2500 word individual assignment : Coursework (80%)
29521-04 : Group Presentation : Presentation (20%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessments:
Group presentation (20%)
Individual assignment - 2500 words (80%)
Reassessment: 2500 word assignment (100%)
These assessment methods will be contextualised to meet the individual needs of the module.