This unit aims to build a systematic approach to analysing contemporary developments in the global business environment. Topics covered include political regulation and political risk, international cooperation on trade and investment, the diversity of capitalism, technological and social change, and business responses to climate change. Business responses to the global business environment is a focus, with students actively learning through real-world cases, problem-solving and workshops. The unit provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in comparative and country analysis, assessing and managing risk and identifying business opportunities, designing risk identification and forecasting systems, as well as a consideration of ethics and human rights in business.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | International Business |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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MIBS6002 |
Prohibitions
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IBUS6001 or IBUS6002 |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Stefan Volk, stefan.volk@sydney.edu.au |
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