Description
This module provides a framework for the study of the challenges of managing in complex international business environments.
Aims
The aim of this Module is to provide the student with :An understanding of the different approaches to the management of organisational resources in different international settings and of the practical challenges of cross-cultural management.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
1. Analyse the relationship between national culture, organisation behaviour, and management practice
2. Evaluate the effects of globalisation/internationalisation of business
3. Analyse the recent trends and development of international business and their impacts on managing multiple context organisations
4. Evaluate contemporary issues in the management of international business
Indicative Content
1 Introduction: The theoretical background
Globalization and international business; Analysis of international external business environment; political factors; economical factors; social factors; technological factors and implications for international managers; International trade theories and practices.
2 International Business Strategies
Strategy and international business; Country evaluation and selection; Export and Import strategies; Direct investments and collaborative strategies.
3 International and cross-cultural management
International Dimensions of Culture: Understanding various dimensions of culture; Hofstede's (1980) National Culture Approach and Trompenaars (1993) Cultural Dimensions. Implications for International Managers. managing employee relations in multiple contexts
4 Managing in international contexts
Culture and Negotiations: Understanding the relationship between culture and negotiations; how to reconcile possible conflicts regarding differences in culture and negotiations.
5 Contemporary issues in managing international business
managing international work assignments, Understanding the implications of CSR on MNE decision making.
Teaching and Learning Work Loads
Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
Lecture | 24 |
Tutorial/Seminar | 12 |
Practical Activity | 0 |
Assessment | 56 |
Independent | 108 |
Total | 200 |
Guidance notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2021/22 , and may be subject to change for future years.