Course objectives:
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To introduce the factors of international business, to explain the relationships between business partners from different countries; to prepare students for diverse business environment and business opportunities.
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Requirements on student
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To successfully pass, student needs at least 30 points out of a total of 50 points given during the semester. 30 points can be collected from participation in various activities during the lessons, completed home works, presentation and finally passing the test.
Point classification: 20 points presentation 20 points final test 10 points Completing home works and participation in activities during the lessons
Examination classification: 0 - 29 points - not passed 30 - 36 points - 3 (passed) 37 - 42 points - 2 (very good) 43 - 50 points - 1 (excellent)
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Content
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Regional and Global Strategy
The Multinational Enterprise
The Triad and International Business
International Politics
International Culture
International Trade
International Financial Markets and Institutions
Multinational Strategy
Organizing Strategy
Production Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Human Resource Management Strategy
Political Risk and Negotiation Strategies
International Financial Management
Corporate Strategy and National Competitiveness in European Union, Japan, North America, emerging Economies
Ethics and the Natural Environment
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Activities
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Fields of study
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Guarantors and lecturers
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Literature
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Basic:
RUGMAN,Alan M.,COLLINSON, Simon. International Business. 2012. ISBN 978-0273760979.
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Recommended:
CAVUSGIL,S.Tamer.,KNIGHT,Gary.,RIESENBERGER,John. International Business: The New Realities (3rd Edition). Pearson, 2013. ISBN 9780132991261.
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On-line library catalogues
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Time requirements
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All forms of study
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Activities
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Time requirements for activity [h]
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Contact hours
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39
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Preparation for an examination (30-60)
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50
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Presentation preparation (report in a foreign language) (10-15)
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15
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Total
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104
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Prerequisites
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Knowledge - students are expected to possess the following knowledge before the course commences to finish it successfully: |
Good knowledge of English and various areas of business is required. This subject is taught in English, but should not be treated as a Language course. |
Skills - students are expected to possess the following skills before the course commences to finish it successfully: |
none |
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Learning outcomes
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Knowledge - knowledge resulting from the course: |
to characterize various influences of international environment on business activities |
to explain the present business trends |
to explain the reasons behind any strategic decision |
Skills - skills resulting from the course: |
to apply the theoretical knowledge of business management to the business decisions |
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Assessment methods
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Knowledge - knowledge achieved by taking this course are verified by the following means: |
Test |
Individual presentation at a seminar |
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Teaching methods
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Knowledge - the following training methods are used to achieve the required knowledge: |
Practicum |
Students' portfolio |
Interactive lecture |
Discussion |
Skills - the following training methods are used to achieve the required skills: |
seminar classses, discussion |
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