MGT 301: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Department of Management  Bryan School of Business
University of North Carolina-Greensboro
Class Location: Bryan 160
Email Address: mjsnyder@uncg.edu
Course Website: CANVAS
MARK J. SNYDER
Lecturer
Class Meets: M - W 2:00-3:15 PM
Office: Bryan 344 E
Hours: By appointment
COURSE DESCRIPTION
MGT 301 is an introduction to International Business Management. The course covers
business management from the perspective of the global business environment. Students
examine the structure and function of international business, the foreign environments that
international businesses operate in and the unique situations associated with transacting
business across international borders. These transactions are subject to different constraints,
laws, and cultural requirements than business done domestically. Despite the complexities and
challenges, organizations recognize the business opportunities associated with conducting
foreign operations and are choosing to buy, build, partner, and work in the global marketplace.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
John J. Wild and Kenneth L. Wild – International Business, 7/E
ISBN-10: 0-13-306300-3 – ISBN-13: 978-0-13-306300-4
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After successful completion of this course, students will...
1. Identify fundamental theories and concepts of international business
2. Explain how international trade impacts national policy decisions and multinational
enterprises
3. Identify potential ethical dilemmas in international business management
4. Describe how national trade policy affects human populations and environmental issues
5. Demonstrate decision-making and problem-solving skills in case study analysis
6. Explain the global impact of financial markets on national monetary policy
7. Identify political, cultural, and ethical differences among countries
8. Explain cross-border trade and investment and the role of the global monetary system
9. Describe the global marketplace and how it relates to domestic markets
10. Identify skills and behaviors that contribute to personal success in overseas assignments
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Activity
STUDENT
DATASHEET
CHAPTER
EXAMS
Description
The student datasheet is in the course
menu. Please complete the requested
information and insert a recent photo.
Qty
Pts
Total
1
10
10
4
100
400
16
10
160
16
10
160
5
50
250
1
20
20
Each exam covers four textbook chapters
and relevant classroom discussions.
Each exam has 50 multiple-choice
questions from a random pool; each
question is worth 2 points for a total of
100 points per exam.
For each chapter, you will post at least
one original answer to ONE question in
EACH thread, and you will reply to at
least FOUR other students’ posts. Full
points require SIX posts per chapter.
CHAPTER
FORUMS
Replies must offer substantial content by
adding another perspective to the
response (yes, and…) or a respectful
refutation to the response (well, but…).
Short replies are NOT counted as quality
contributions and do not count toward
your total.
CHAPTER
QUIZZES
COUNTRY
TOPICS
Each chapter has a 10-question TRUEFALSE quiz on course material. The
quizzes have a 10-minute time limit and
must be submitted before their posted
due dates.
Teams will complete classroom research
on their selected countries. Completed
assignments are submitted to CANVAS
for review and grading.
Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
errors will reduce your grade.
PEER
REVIEW
Evaluate your team and yourself.
TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS =
COURSE SCHEDULE
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COURSE SCHEDULE - SPRING 2015
MONDAYS
WEDNESDAYS
Jan 12 - 14
Introduction & Course Overview
Chapter 1
Globalization
Jan 19 - 21
MLK Remembrance Day
Chapter 2
Cross-Cultural Business
Jan 26 - 28
CT 1 - Living in a Globalized World
CT 1 - Living in a Globalized World
Feb 02 - 04
Chapter 3
Politics, Law, and Ethics
Chapter 4
Economics and Emerging Markets
Feb 09 - 11
CT 2 - Political Economies
CT 2 - Political Economies
Feb 16 - 18
Chapter 5
International Trade
Chapter 6
Business-Government Trade Relations
Feb 23 - 25
Chapter 7
Foreign Direct Investment
Chapter 8
Regional Economic Integration
Mar 02 - 04
CT 3 - Tracking FDI
CT 3 - Tracking FDI
Mar 09 - 11
SPRING BREAK
SPRING BREAK
Mar 16 - 18
Chapter 9
International Financial Markets
Chapter 10
The International Monetary System
Mar 23 - 25
Chapter 11
International Strategy and Organization
Chapter 12
Analyzing International Opportunities
Mar 30 - 01
CT 4 - Tracking FOREX
CT 4 - Tracking FOREX
Apr 06 - 08
Chapter 13
Selecting and Managing Entry Modes
Chapter 14
Developing and Marketing Products
Apr 13 - 15
CT 5 - Global Marketing
CT 5 - Global Marketing
Apr 20 - 22
Chapter 15
Managing International Operations
Chapter 16
Hiring and Managing Employees
Apr 27 - 29
Personal Branding
The 5 Forgotten Rules
READING DAY
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COURSE ACTIVITIES
To achieve the goals and objectives listed on page one of the syllabus, students will participate in
the following activities:
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In-class activities (discussions, lectures, and collaborative research)
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Objective assessments (chapter exams, quizzes, and team research submissions)
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Collaborative team projects (case studies and country research)
STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
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Complete all assigned activities,
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Ask questions when you do not understand or need clarification,
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Turn in all assignments complete and on time,
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Actively participate in class and team discussions / activities,
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Respect the learning styles and needs of other students in the class,
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Help classmates who need assistance when appropriate, and
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Attend each class session on time and promote a collegial learning environment.
INSTRUCTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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Check email every day,
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Notify the class of any changes to the course schedule / assignments,
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Answer all questions with respect and concern for student learning,
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Provide constructive feedback to promote student comprehension,
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Engage students in dialog and refrain from excessive lectures,
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Use a variety of learning activities to meet the needs of diverse learning styles,
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Facilitate collaborative learning, and
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Attend each class session on time and promote a collegial learning environment.
HONOR CODE
UNCG’s honor code is based on upholding four fundamental values: honesty, integrity,
responsibility, and respect. Adherence to these values is expected from students in and out of
the classroom, on and off campus and in and out of the country. Breaches of these values will
result in an academic or social honor code violation.
Honor code violations that result in a lowering of your grade or your failure of the class include
plagiarism, cheating, stealing, or facilitating academic dishonesty. Students may learn more
about the honor code, including definitions of violations, the process for adjudication and
possible sanctions at http://studentconduct.uncg.edu/policy/code/. Students who are uncertain
about whether specific behaviors or activities in this class are violations of the honor code should
contact the instructor immediately.
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UNCG’s Academic Integrity Policy and the Student Code of Conduct may be found at the
following sites: http://academicintegrity.uncg.edu/complete/
http://studentconduct.uncg.edu/policy/code/
DISABILITY SERVICES
If you are a student with a documented disability who will require accommodations in this
course, please register with Disability Resource Services for assistance in developing a plan to
address your academic needs.
ATTENDANCE
Daily attendance is required. Bryan School of Business policy allows for two (2) unexcused
absences during the semester. ANY unexcused absence beyond two will result in the loss of
points. Students are expected to be in class by 2:00 PM and be prepared to discuss assigned
readings and participate in class activities and discussions. Attendance is taken daily.
MAKEUP WORK
Students are responsible for all material covered when they do not attend class. All
announcements, assignments, and activities are posted to CANVAS. Maintain personal contact
with the instructor (either by phone, email, or during office hours) when absences must occur. If
you are concerned about your progress in the class, schedule an appointment immediately.
Make-up work is provided only for extreme circumstances that are either pre-arranged with the
instructor or documented retroactively. Any make-up work must be completed and submitted
within two (2) days of returning to class.
EXTRA CREDIT
No extra credit opportunities are provided.
COMMUNICATION
Course reminders, scheduling changes, and assignment instructions will be announced in class
and posted to the course CANVAS site. Students have full responsibility for the course content
and assignment deadlines. Contact the instructor immediately with any concerns you have about
your academic performance.
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