Based on current international business theories, the module introduces students to international business focusing on exploring the drivers and risks related to internationalisation and different ways in which international business is organised. The module explores all types of international business – small firms to complex transnational companies, manufacturing and services, platform-based businesses, and different national contexts. Emphasis is placed on understanding the importance of interactions in different national and local contexts, within which international business is practiced. The module develops a comparative and critical analysis of international business theory and expects students to apply theory to practice using case studies. Theory is explored in the context of application to support practice by identifying and exploring the drivers, challenges and risks related to international business practice, and on elements of international corporate level strategy.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Assess and critically evaluate the drivers and risks behind international business in the context of the complex nature of international business environment.
Analyse and compare different approaches to understanding international business.
Apply international business theory to a range of practice contexts.
Demonstrate critical thinking and judgement skills in different international business scenarios.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment:
2000 word individual essay (50%). 1750 word individual report (50%)
Reassessment:
2000 word individual essay (50%) 1750 word individual report (50%)
