International Management
Code
1211
Academic unit
null
Department
null
Credits
7,5
Teacher in charge
Milton de Sousa
Teaching language
English
Objectives
This course aims to equip students with essential skills and knowledge to manage organizations in an international context while integrating multiple disciplines of their BSc program. Emphasis is given to cross-cultural management and international dimensions of organizational behavior.
Prerequisites
Compulsory pre-requisites:
- 1200. Principles of Management
Subject matter
Socio-cultural influences on business and management, an introduction
The international firm: structures and strategies
The impact of globalization on management
Understanding culture and cultural dimensions
Cross-cultural competence
Ethics, complexity, diversity and (virtual) teams in an international context
Leadership and human motivation across cultures
Bibliography
There is no mandatory book for this course. A list of pre-readings will be provided in advance of the class.
Teaching method
As a 3rd year course, the focus will be more on the practice of decision making in a complex global setting, through case studies and practical examples, rather than the simple understanding of theories and models. Emphasis is therefore on application of theory in real international management contexts. At the same time, students are invited to make use of theories and models learned in other courses. Theoretical classes will make use of case studies, assignments and videos to introduce theory while inviting critical thinking and class discussion. For each class, pre-readings, video(s) and/or a case-study will be provided for preparation (individually and in group). Students (in groups) will be asked to present their views on the cases, videos and pre-reading (graded). Practical classes will be used to support students in these preparations. To consolidate the learning, at the end of the term, students will be asked to prepare an individual reflection essay on their main insights from the course.
Evaluation method
Theoretical classes (70% of total)
? Final exam (individual) = 60% (closed book, multiple choice and two open questions)
? In-class presentation (group) = 20% (assignments will be distributed in advance)
? Reflection essay (individual) = 20% (max 1500 words)
Practical classes (30% of total)
? 50% - internationalization report and presentation
? 40% - business relationship presentation
? 10% - peer evaluation