International Business Economics (2018)
Diagrama de temas
-
Professors
Judith Clifton
José Manuel Alonso
Marcos Fernández GutiérrezDepartment of Economics
This course offers students valuable insights in the theories and practices of international business economics. In the context of a globalized world, the economics of International Business are a key subject of knowledge for professionals in the fields of business administration, economics and law, among others. The objective of this course is to introduce the students to a broad appreciation of Business Economics in a global context. Students will be trained to analyse contents, methods and visions of the complexity of the world in the field of economics and business. The main focus will be on the firm as unit and how it operates in theory and practice in an international business environment. The course is designed to stimulate student participation, coursework, continual assessment and active learning. Activities of the course include theoretical lessons, discussion of real cases and practical exercises (seminars).
Keywords
International business, economics, globalization, political economy, business strategy, business organization.
-
Course Information
-
Course title: International Business Economics
-
Code: G965
-
Department / Unit: Department of Economics
-
Degree / Master’s: Degree in Economics
-
Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
-
ECTS credits: 6
-
Language of instruction: English
-
Instructors: Judith Clifton / José Manuel Alonso / Marcos Fernández Gutiérrez
Course structure
- Lecture 1. IBE and Globalization
- Lecture 2. FDI: Theory and Practice.
- Lecture 3. Foreign Direct Investment: Advantages and Risks.
- Lecture 4. The Global Capital Market.
- Lecture 5. The Strategy of International Business.
- Lecture 6. The Organization of International Business
- Lecture 7. Entry Strategy and Strategic Alliances.
- Lecture 8. Global marketing and R&D.
- Lecture 9. Global Production, Outsourcing and Logistics.
- Lecture 10. Cultural differences and international business: the case of Europe.
- Lecture 11. Why are EU policies important for MNCs? The case of infrastructure.
-