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UNE unit code: BUS502
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Adelaide Location
- Armidale Campus
- UNE Sydney Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
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In an era of rapid globalisation, businesses must respond and adapt to changes if they wish to remain competitive. This unit will introduce you to the complexity of conducting international business in an increasingly integrated world.
You will analyse the fundamental drivers of globalisation including ideological and institutional change at both the international and domestic level.
To appreciate the major geo-political shifts that are occurring, you will critically evaluate the consequences of globalisation and examine the social conditions that contribute to it.
You will investigate the way in which tariff reductions, foreign investment, regional economic integration, privatisation and deregulation influence the modern interconnected world in which businesses operate.
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
---|---|
Trimester 1 | On Campus, Adelaide Location |
Trimester 1 | On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus |
Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the process of globalisation and how it affects markets and production;
- critically evaluate the political and economic outcomes associated with inter-regional trade;
- independently identify and critically review key issues related to tariffs and foreign investment and how these relate to globalisation;
- identify and critically explain the components of culture and analyse their impact upon international business;
- identify and critically discuss the major legal, ethical and social issues facing international companies; and
- critically analyse theories of sustainability and corporate governance, demonstrating an awareness as to how these shape the contemporary business environment.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Assignment 1: Essay | Yes | 40% | All offerings | No. Words: 2500 |
Assignment 2: Essay | Yes | 60% | All offerings | No. Words: 4500 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
International Business: The Challenges of Globalization Global Edition
ISBN: 9781292262253
Wild and Wild, Pearson 9th ed. 2020
Text refers to: Trimester 1 (Online)
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