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Course Description
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Course Name
Global Business
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Host University
Queensland University of Technology
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Location
Brisbane, Australia
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Area of Study
Business, International Business
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credit Points
12 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3 - 4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4 - 6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This unit examines the drivers of globalisation and the diversity of country markets at an introductory level. It develops the skills and understanding to identify and respond to the opportunities, challenges and risks of conducting business across politically, economically and culturally diverse environments. An authentic country feasibility study is undertaken to help identify where a firm can find opportunities both in terms of actual and potential markets and the location for value-adding activities. The unit aims for students to have developed a comprehension of the nature and role of globalisation and the drivers of international business, a. knowledge of the competitive forces and challenges confronting all business as a consequence of globalisation processes and an awareness of the additional knowledge and skills required of management to operate business internationally across a diversity of environments.Learning OutcomesOn the successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:- Compare and contrast international market and investment potential of countries and market entry methods to make informed judgements and decisions regarding market suitability and market entry.
- Analyse authentic international business situations and issues, and identify and discuss ways in which internationalisation contributes to business expansion.
- Apply information literacy, written communication and teamwork skills to work effectively with others in preparing a professional country analysis report.
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.