Global Business Foundations

This course explores how effective managers operate in a competitive, global environment. Emphasizing skill development, emerging markets, and geographic literacy, it provides a comprehensive introduction to international business and strategy.

Topics include global marketplaces and business centers; legal, political, and technological forces; cultural dynamics; ethics and social responsibility; trade and investment theory; the international monetary system; exchange and financial markets; international cooperation; strategic management; market entry strategies; organizational design; leadership and employee behavior; international marketing, finance, and human resource management