The module builds upon CB343 Global Business Environment to advance understanding of the dynamics and contemporary challenges of global business. This module will be a core for BSc IB students and aims to develop knowledge and skills to analyse the complexity of global business and learn about issues that shape strategies of international business organisations including multinational enterprises, international new ventures, SME internationalisation or offshoring providers amongst others.
Indicative topics include:
• Dynamics of International Business Environment,
• Geography and Spatial aspects of international business environment,
• Changing Trade Environment I – policy and trade agreements,
• Changing Trade Environment II – geopolitical issues,
• Global Finance,
• Global Risks,
• International Logistics,
• Global CSR,
• Ecological Challenges,
• Global Sustainability Challenges
Total contact hours: 23
Private study hours: 127
Total study hours: 150
Main assessment methods:
VLE test 20%
Group Presentation 20%
Final Examination (2 hours) 60%
Reassessment methods:
100% exam
The exam must be passed in order to pass the module.
Morrison, J (2020), Global Business Environment (5th Edition): Towards Sustainability?, Red Globe Press
Hamilton, L., & Webster, P. (2018). The international business environment. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of the dynamics and spatial aspects of global business environment
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of emerging challenges of international business including changing trade environment, finance, global risks and sustainability issues
- Analyse the impact of global challenges and dynamics of business environment on managerial practice and decision making
- Understand the premises of, and risks associated with, international business
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- Identify and explain changing and emerging international business situations.
- Source, select and use effectively relevant information.
- Undertake personal responsibility and self-discipline in studying independently.
- Demonstrate and enhance communication skills
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