Course Description
Introduction to the environmental factors which increasingly cause businesses to become international in the scope of their activities. Nature of global business and multinational organizations analyzed. Prerequisite: Junior standing; and restricted to students who are Pre admitted to or admitted to majors in the Business School (PACC, ACCT, PBAD, BADM, CARS, PCYB, PCYM, CYBE, CYMA, ECON, PECO, ECOS, PENT, ENTR, PFIN, FINC, PHTM, HTMT, PHUR, HURM, PINT, INTB, PISC, ISSC, PMKT, or MKTG).
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- EXPLAIN how and why the worlds cultures, countries, and regions differ.
- ARTICULATE how international business issues are related to ethics. corporate social responsibility and sustainability.
- ANALYZE international business theories and how they relate to current international business events.
- CREATE strategies and structures as they relate to international business trade and investment.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Exams – 3 Non-Cumulative | 400 points |
| Homework – Connect Chapter SmartBook’s | 10% |
| Homework – Chapter Quizzes | 10% |
| Special Assignments – 3 Total (10 pts. Ea.) | 300 points |
| Professionalism/ Course Engagement | 10% |
Grade scale.(Total Points)
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 940-1000 | A |
| 900-939.9 | A- |
| 870-899.9 | B+ |
| 840-869.9 | B |
| 800-839.9 | B- |
| 770-799.9 | C+ |
| 740-769.9 | C |
| 700-739.9 | C- |
| 670-699.9 | D+ |
| 640-669.9 | D |
| 600-639.9 | D- |
| <600 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
You must attend class to get the most out of this course. You should expect a deduction of up to the full 10 points from the participation grade for unexcused absences over 3 during the semester.
Your active and positive participation in class and during team discussions meetings is critical to comprehending the theories and skills covered in this course. You must attend class to participate but attendance alone is not participation. Participation is based on my assessment of the frequency and thoughtfulness of your in-class remarks. You should keep a diary of your comments on the back of your name card.
It is very import that you treat everyone in the class, guest lecturers and me in a professional manner. The tone, manner and appropriateness of your questions and comments will be a factor in this evaluation. Examples of unprofessional behavior include (but are not limited to): Arriving late to class. Submitting work late without a valid excuse then requesting an extension. Challenging grades without first understanding the grading rubric or assignment detail. Inappropriate deflection of blame for performance shortfalls on the instructor or others. Inappropriate use of a laptop or cell phone during class. Sending emails to me with questions that can be answered in either the syllabus or the assignment direction. Failure to respond to requests from me or classmates. Not checking your UNCG email regularly. All class communication by me to you as a student will be done through Announcements in Canvas and sent to your UNCG email. You are expected to check for class announcement daily. If you need to communicate with me, do not use Canvas. I do not check Canvas Messages regularly. Send me a direct email at atlewall@uncg.edu.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
International Business - Connect (1 Semester) By: Hill, Charles W.L. Edition : LATEST Publisher : McGraw Hill COURSE ISBN 13 : 8220128061291
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.