This course is a broad survey of the field of international business and provides the foundations for further specialisation in this field. It will begin with a brief overview of international business, focused on the concept of globalisation. The course will then examine the environment for international firms, particularly the political, social economic, technological and other configurations that support cross-border trade and investment. Amongst others, we will look at the role of national policies, cultures and business systems, the evolution of international markets in goods, services and finance, and the supernational mechanisms and infrastructures for trade, investment and finance. The course will then probe international firms: their strategies and organisational design, their entry modes into international enterprise, and their behavioural and control systems.

Discussion of current events/affairs and how these impact on international businesses is a major part of the course, for instance, issues relating to international trade, foreign investment, international political conflict, financial crises, etc.

On completion of this course students should understand and be able to apply the processes and applications outlined in the course description.

Tutorial Participation (10%)

Case study Presentation (10%)

Individual Assignment (40%)

Final Exam (40%)

The assessment for this course when offered during Summer School is different from the standard semester offering.

At least three contact hours per week plus private study time.

At least 24 units.

Incompatible with ECHI3006/3007 BUSN3018/3019 and BUSN2026

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