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International Business

Sist oppdatert 08.02.2012 av Maija Heinilä

Having completed this course, students would be able to comprehend important issues concerned with the expansion of business activities into different social contexts, and to adopt appropriate strategies to establish business activities in the global economic context.

ECTS credits: 10
Responsible Faculty: Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
Semester: Fall
Teaching Language: English
Participants: Students who pursue bachelor education in business or related fields
Prerequisite knowledge: Completion of second year bachelor education in business or related fieds

Learning outcomes:
Having completed this course, students would be able to comprehend important issues concerned with the expansion of business activities into different social contexts, and to adopt appropriate strategies to establish business activities in the global economic context.

Contents of Syllabus:
Introduction to International Business
International Trade, Exchange Rates and International Business
Entry Modes in International Business
Cross-Cultural Approaches in International Business
Role of entrepreneur and innovation in international Business
Legal Dimensions in International Business
Application of Information Technology in International Business
Ethical dilemmas in international business

Learning Methods:
Interaction through ordinary class teaching
Assignments and group works
Guest lectures and seminars

Assessment Methods:
Two compulsory assignments need to be submitted, but they have no impact on the overall grade. A four hour school examination at the end of the semester that counts 100% of the overall grade.

List of Readings: A compendium consisting of Articles and book chapters

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Chamara Kuruppu

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