BUSINESS IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

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/MARKETNG 420

Structure of foreign trading; commercial facilities available to exporters and importers; application of economic analysis in marketing decisions; contemporary trends in international economy affecting foreign trade policies and practices.

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.

INTLBUS 200

Technology, privatization, deregulation and other government policies, and growth of a mass culture are among the factors that drive global business today. Introduction to the key concepts necessary to understand the functioning of global markets and the inherent issues managers face in planning and executing international business strategies for products, services and investments.

INTLBUS/MHR 403

Focuses on the strategic management required in global business. Topics include environmental analysis, global strategy, and subsidiary control. The aim of the course is to develop special skills that are required to manage international firms.