School of Management, Unit Catalogue 2007/08 |
MN50257 International business management |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Masters |
| Semester: 1 |
| Assessment: CW 50%, EX 50% |
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Aims: The aims of this unit are to provide students with an understanding of the nature of international business and the multinational enterprise.
Learning Outcomes: By the end of this unit students should: a. Be able to critically evaluate and analyse international trade and foreign direct investment activities. b. Gain a critical awareness and appreciation of overseas business environments and global competitive strategy. Skills: Intellectual skills * a systematic understanding of organisations, the internal and external context in which they operate and how they can be effectively managed (T/F/A) * a critical awareness of current issues and frameworks in management (F) * a conceptual understanding of theoretical concepts and frameworks that enables the student to meaningfully link theory and practice and the ability to critically appraise both theory and practice (F/A) * an understanding of appropriate research and methodological techniques that allow detailed investigation into topical business issues and ability to use these skills to produce professional, critical reports in business and management (F) Professional Practical skills * assess and further develop the strategic position of their organization under conditions of complexity and uncertainty (F) * evaluate the current standing of an organization and practically contribute to the attainment of their company's strategies and objectives (F) * operate effectively both independently as well as within teams and assume leadership roles where appropriate (F) * be self-directed and able to act autonomously in planning and implementing projects at professional levels (F) Transferable/Key skills * an ability to develop a holistic perspective on an organization and an understanding of how the different functions relate to one another (T/F) * an appreciation and in-depth understanding of the resources and competences required for successful cross-functional management in organisations including enterprise skills (F) * ability to conduct in-depth research into management and business issues (F/A) Personal/Interpersonal * the facility to communicate including presenting and marketing themselves and their ideas; preparation and production of effective business plans and reports (F). Content: Topics include: The globalization of business and the global business environment. Cross-national institutional environments. International trade and foreign direct investment. International business strategies and international management. |