MGMT - 620. International Business Management

3 credit(s)
This course considers the objectives and strategies of international business in the context of global competition. It equips managers with a comprehensive framework to formulate strategies and influence in the global marketplace in ways that maximize economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Students will consider and analyze topics such as competitive advantage, country assessment and selection, why firms choose to internationalize, and how the various value chain operations can be internationalized. Considerations of managing international business operations include the role of supranational institutions such as the IMF and WTO and regional cooperation agreements. Students will study the principles of multinational business management and strategy, explore the fundamental differences among developed and developing countries, and analyze the forces driving international business trends.

Prerequisite(s): MGMT 550 .
Attribute: GEL, MBA