Overview

Topics may include but not be limited to - Globalisation and international business; Cultural perspectives on developing global competency; Challenges of operating in an international environment; Role of governments in international business; Economic, cultural/behavioural explanations of international business; Cultural influences on the range of international transaction modes; Creating a Global Value Chain; Selecting countries and modes of entry; Challenges of implementing international business strategy.

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -D- to D+ (40-49%): No major omissions or inaccuracies in the deployment of information/skills. Some grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements. Integration of theory/practice/information present intermittently in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives.

-good -B- to B+ (60-69%): Very good performance Most of the relevant information accurately deployed. Good grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements. Good integration of theory/practice/information in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.

-excellent -A- to A+ (70%+): Outstanding Performance. The relevant information accurately deployed. Excellent grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practice elements. Good integration of theory/practice/information in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Strong evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.

-another level-C- to C+ (50-59%): Much of the relevant information and skills mostly accurately deployed. Adequate grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements. Fair integration of theory/practice/information in the pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Some evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop personal Global Competence and recognise its application in the business environment.

• Evaluate the forces of globalisation and their impact on nations and organisations.

• Generate effective implementation strategies for international business.

• Relate the theories of international trade & business to the behaviour of governments and companies.