St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into the Dufferin-Peel community
to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest extent possible as we all journey from the early
years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department: Business
Course:
International Business Fundamentals, Grade 12 Mixed
Course Code: BBB4M1
Course Description:
This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global
economy and explores the factors that influence success in international markets. Students will learn about
the techniques and strategies associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business
effectively. This course prepares students for postsecondary programs in business, including international
business, marketing, and management.
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Business, Trade, and the
Economy
Develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote
social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good (CGE1d)
The Global Environment
for Business
Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others (CGE2c)
Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems (CGE3c)
Factors Influencing
Success in International
Markets
Marketing Challenges
and Approaches, and
Distribution
Working in International
Markets
Examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political,
ethical, socio-economic and ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate
society (CGE3f)
Applies effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time and resource
management skills. (CGE4f)
Works effectively as an interdependent team member. (CGE5a)
Respects the environment and uses resources wisely (CGE7i)
Assessment and Evaluation
Category Weightings
Knowledge & Understanding
Thinking & Investigation
Application
Communication
Weight %
30%
20%
20%
30%
Final Summative Assessments
Term Work
Course Culminating
Exam
Overall
Weighting
70%
10%
20%