Course overview
The course explores the complex international business environment, examining market structures, organisational engagement, and responses to growing institutional complexities. Students explore trade and investment theories alongside analytical frameworks crucial for assessing opportunities and risks across political, legal, economic, social, technological, and cultural domains. Additionally, global governance institutions like the World Trade Organisation (WTO), World Bank, and International Monetary Fund (IMF) are examined for their influence on multinational enterprises' strategies and global human welfare. Through this course, students acquire foundational skills and competencies vital for advancing in the international business world, setting the stage for further professional development in the field.
Course learning outcomes
- Understand and apply appropriate theories and frameworks to analyse the international business environment
- Recognise and use relevant analytical tools to address issues of importance to international business practice
- Analyse the dynamics of the international business environment, synthesise information to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to global challenges
- Collaborate effectively within diverse teams to apply strategic thinking and innovative approaches to address complexities within the international business environment