Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Unit

Synopsis

Management implications of major internationalisation theories; the planning requirements in going international and management issues that arise in an international setting.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• define the concept of international business from a multi-disciplinary perspective
• explain the diversity and complexity of the international business environment
• provide a historical overview of the evolution of the international business phenomenon
• discuss the economics and politics of international business transactions
• analyse the concept of globalisation and its impact on businesses worldwide
• describe the firm internationalisation process
• examine the economic, social and political implications of multinational corporate activities
• extend awareness of global issues based on current affairs and their implications for international business.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 60%
Examination (2 hours): 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Sharif As-Saber

Contact hours

3 hours per week