General
International Business Economics
International Business Economics
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International Business Economics (2018)
Professors Judith Clifton Marcos Fernández Gutiérrez Department of Economics
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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).
KeywordsInternational business, economics, globalization, political economy, business strategy, business organization. |
Course Information
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International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace, 9th Edition. Charles W. L. Hill, University of Washington.
Transforming Public Enterprise in Europe and North America. Networks, Integration and Transnationalization. Edited by Judith Clifton, Francisco Comín and Daniel Díaz Fuentes. Palgrave Macmillan, February 2007.
LN-F-001. Lecture 1. IBE and Globalization
LN-F-002. Lecture 2. FDI: Theory and Practice.
LN-F-003. Lecture 3. Foreign Direct Investment: Advantages and Risks.
LN-F-004. Lecture 4. The Global Capital Market.
LN-F-005. Lecture 5. The Strategy of International Business.
LN-F-006. Lecture 6. The Organization of International Business
LN-F-007. Lecture 7. Entry Strategy and Strategic Alliances.
LN-F-008. Lecture 8. Global marketing and R&D.
LN-F-009. Lecture 9. Global Production, Outsourcing and Logistics.
LN-F-010. Lecture 10. Cultural differences and international business: the case of Europe.
LN-F-011. Lecture 11. Why are EU policies important for MNCs? The case of infrastructure.
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA "INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ECONOMICS" |
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Description |
Type |
Final assessment |
Retake |
% |
Research Essay |
Work |
No |
Yes |
40% |
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Exam |
Written exam |
Yes |
Yes |
40% |
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Participaction in class |
Other |
No |
No |
10% |
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Tasks |
Other |
No |
Yes |
10% |
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TOTAL |
100% |
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COMMENTS:This course will be evaluated by four components: |
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COMMENTS for part-time students:
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