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Unit Aims:
To explore the strategic responses of organisations to the rapidly changing global business environment. To understand the strategies and processes used to manage international businesses in differing geographical and cultural situations. To understand the importance of managing within a framework of corporate social responsibility.
Learning Outcomes
Be able to analyse the international business environment
Review and assess suitable techniques to analyse the business environment
Analyse the micro-environment of a business
Analyse the macro-environment of a business
Analyse how the international business environment impacts on an organization
Understand the impact of globalisation on business organisations
Analyse the extent of globalisation on organisations
Assess the benefits, opportunities and challenges of globalisation for an organisation
Analyse the structures of different organisations operating in international markets
Critically evaluate the international operations of an organization
Understand the importance and nature of Corporate Social Responsibility
Analyse the moral and ethical questions facing organisations in an international environment
Analyse the conflicts between corporate strategy and ethical and social responsibilities
Identify legislation, regulation and guidance relating to corporate social responsibility