Sylabus

COURSE SYLABUS

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to help students understand the global challenges of the twenty-first century, considers globalization within a historical, social, and political framework emphasizing the emergence of modernity.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify and explain current business trends and how to cultivate a business in diverse, global environment

• Describe the typical risks and challenges faced by a global corporation. (Short-answer quizzes and case studies)

• Incorporate financial, marketing and management strategies for competing in the global business environment.

• Display knowledge of cultural differences affecting global business success.

• Evaluate business opportunities and threats across the globe

• Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges faced by a multinational conducting business in globally. (Team project and/or case studies)

TEACHING STRATEGIES

This course uses a combination of lectures, discussions, case studies, and individual research.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK

Hill, Charles W. Global Business Today, Fifth edition, (2007) McGraw-Hill/Irwin: New York, NY.

STUDENT ASSESSMENT

It is recommended that students’ knowledge be evaluated through the use of quizzes/tests, written assignments, in-class discussions and /or a group research project (written and presented).

Regular attendance and participation in the discussions are very important. The ability to discuss with the professor and fellow students the issues related to the topic of the course is an important part of the learning strategy. Consequently, a portion of the final grade should reflect an evaluation of the frequency and quality of the student's participation in classroom discussion.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY

Berkeley College is committed to supporting its mission to provide an educational experience designed to develop professional competencies including developing habits of personal and professional integrity. The College expects all members of its community - students, faculty, and staff - to act honestly in all situations. Actions of Academic Dishonesty will not be tolerated. "Academic Dishonesty is any form of cheating and plagiarism which results in students giving or receiving unauthorized assistance in an academic assignment or receiving credit for work which is not their own. (“Academic Dishonesty, “http://www.pueblocc.edu/handbook/dishones.htm, June 10, 2003.) All students are expected to agree to a pledge of honesty concerning their academic work, and faculty are expected to maintain the standards of that code. (Excerpt from Berkeley College’s Student Honor Code.)

ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (ASC)

The Academic Support Center offers academic assistance to all students through the use of services including tutoring, workshops, and access to computer-based programs. For further information, please visit the Academic Support Center on Blackboard.

COURSE STUDY AREAS

пЃ± The Rapidly Changing International Business Environment.

пЃ± International Trade, Investment, and the International Monetary System.

пЃ± International Environmental Forces (Political, Legal, Financial, and Cultural).

пЃ± International Marketing.

пЃ± Assessing and Analyzing Markets.

пЃ± International Business Entry Modes.

пЃ± International Financial Management.

пЃ± International Competitive Strategy.

пЃ± Multinational Business Planning.

GRADE EVALUATION

пЃ± Homework and Class Participation 20%

пЃ± Group Project 20%

пЃ± Mid Term Exam 20%