BUSINESS IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

INTLBUS 780

Course Description

Exploration of the forces, frameworks, and institutions that drive the global economy and the inherent issues managers face in planning and executing international business strategies. Topics include the history of globalization, global market dynamics, political economy, trade policies, cross-cultural management, and strategic decision-making in a global context.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing or declared in graduate Business Exchange program

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

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