International Business

International Business

  1. Module Title: International Business
  2. Module Prefix/Number: BUS 330
  3. Credit Hours: Three (3)
  4. Description :This course familiarizes students with the multidimensional macro-environment of international business. It teaches them the tools necessary for the analysis and evaluation of diverse problems within that environment. Basic principles and issues of international economics are introduced as well as global aspects of politics and culture. The different managerial functions within a multi-national firm are examined.
  5. Student Learning Outcomes: At the end of this course students will have:
    • Be familiar about the multidimensional aspects of international business
    • Understand basic principles and issues of international economics
    • Gain basic knowledge on tools for the analysis and evaluation of problems within the international business environment
    • Learn about the different managerial functions within a multi-national firm
  6. Grading Scale: Your letter grade in this course will be determined by calculating your score on all assignments and exams as a percentage of the total possible score, on a standard grading scale:
    Your Letter Grade Your Score as % of Total
    A 90–100
    B 80-89
    C 70-79
    D 60-69
    F 0-59

    Assignments 40%

    As part of the requirements, students must complete short assignments based on these studies. There will be 2 assignments, each attracting 20% of total course grade.

    Assignment (Essay) 20%

    Students are also required to turn in an essay assignment.

    Guidelines for the essay assignment:

    • Word limit: 1500 – 2500
    • The assignment should be typed using Times New Roman, 12-point size, double spaced, and 1″ margins.
    • The assignment should be edited for spelling and grammar.
    • References to be provided using the APA guidelines.

    Exam 40%

    There will be a Final exam. The exam will be based on material covered in the textbook readings and lecture notes.