STUDY ABROAD IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

INTLBUS 399

Individual work suited to the needs of undergraduate students may be arranged both during regular sessions and the intersession periods.

INTLBUS 349

Participation in a global immersion experience (short term study abroad) in International Business. Enrollment in a UW-Madison resident study abroad program.

INTLBUS 767

Visit host countries to improve global competence by discussing and experiencing key issues for US organizations doing business in the host countries. A key component will be the integration, in a global context, of the knowledge and skills from the MBA coursework in marketing, finance, international business, operations, economics, accounting, strategy, and leadership. The techniques learned and practiced can be used in the future to competently research and understand global business issues for any part of the world.

INTLBUS 350

In preparation for immersion into the unique international business dynamics of another country, explore the nation's political, social and cultural environment; market research and entry opportunities; the investment climate. Travel requirements, such as a valid passport, may apply to the immersion experience component.

INTLBUS 766

Focuses on the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills over a broad range of issues related to global management. The overall goal is to improve global competence by discussing: why organizations "go global;" global business venture options; the impact of foreign business activities on host countries; how to conduct a "CAGE" analysis; how to identify and mitigate global risks; issues related to CSR and corruption for foreign business activity; the role of labor codes; ways to manage a global work force; the role of "global cadres;" and the roles and management of expatriates. Country/region knowledge explored will encompass Asia, Africa, South America, and Europe.