We live in a world of intensifying global relationships, one in which international business has become the key determinant of economic development and prosperity. This course, Global Business Environment, Part I, introduces students to a fundamental understanding of the socioeconomic political, cultural, and linguistic environment in which international businesses operate. This course utilizes an inquiry-based approach to understanding country level relationships in the Global Business Environment. It surveys the global business environment by asking and answering key questions about society, the global economy, cultures, institutions and languages. The questions we will ask are: 1. What is Globalization?, 2. Is Globalization New?, 3. How do Political and Social Institutions impact National Economic Development?, 4. What is the role of Culture?, 5. What are the Gains from Trade?6. Free Trade, Free-r Trade or Managed Trade?, 7. What are Foreign Currencies and how are Exchange Rates Determined?, 8. What does the Current Global Business Environment look like? This inquiry-based approach creates reflective opportunities for students to better understand the environment in which businesses operate. Lectures are delivered in an engaging manner, which encourages reflection and inquiry.
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There are 6 modules in this course
What is Globalization?
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Is Globalization New?
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How do Political and Social Institutions impact National Economic Development?
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What is the role of Culture?
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6 videos1 assignment
What are the Gains from Trade?
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6 videos1 assignment
Free Trade, Free-r Trade or Managed Trade?
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7 videos1 assignment
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Reviewed on Apr 17, 2020
It was an interesting and helpful course as it covers many areas explain the global business environment, history, culture and the mechanism of the world trade organization.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2022
The course is very wellstructured and explains the basic principles of global trade.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2020
Very well defined and structured. I will recommend for every management student to go through the course for clear understanding of concepts in a simplified way.
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