International Business Economics (2018)
Diagrama de temas
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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.
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Assessment criteria
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA "INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ECONOMICS"
Description
Type
Final assessment
Retake
%
Research Essay
Work
No
Yes
40%
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Minimum mark: 5.00.
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Date: During the course.
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Retake conditions: Final Exam.
Exam
Written exam
Yes
Yes
40%
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Minimum mark: 5.00.
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Date: During the course.
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Retake conditions: Exam.
Participaction in class
Other
No
No
10%
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Minimum mark: 0.00.
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Date: During the course.
Tasks
Other
No
Yes
10%
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Minimum mark: 0.00.
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Date: During the course.
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Retake conditions: Final Exam.
TOTAL
100%
COMMENTS:This course will be evaluated by four components:
1) A research essay, approved by the instructor, on a topic related to International Business Economics. 40%
2) An exam, organized at the end of the course. 40%.
3) Participation on a regular basis (at least 80%) of the classes. 10%
4) Tasks in class. 10%COMMENTS for part-time students:
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Students taking the course on a part-time basis must sit the final exam, worth 100%. This exam is composed of multiple choice questions (40%) and long open questions requiring an essay (60%).
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