Subject Outline
Subject Title
Interna(onal Business
Subject Code
BX3061
Credit Points
3
Study Period
SP51 2024
A5endance Mode
Internal
Campus
Singapore
Prerequisite/s
18 credit points of subjects
Subject Convenor/
College
A/Professor Adrian Kuah
Subject
Lecturer/Tutor
College of Business, Law & Governance
Mrs Jaime Wong
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Contents
1
2
3
4
Subject details ........................................................................................................................................ 3
1.1
Student par-cipa-on requirements ................................................................................................... 3
1.2
Teaching Staff contact details............................................................................................................. 4
1.3
Subject descrip-on ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.4
Subject learning outcomes and course learning outcomes ................................................................. 4
1.5
Student feedback on subject and teaching ......................................................................................... 5
1.6
Subject resources and special requirements ....................................................................................... 5
1.7
Genera-ve AI Usage ........................................................................................................................... 5
Assessment details................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1
Key dates ........................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2
Requirements for successful comple-on of this subject ..................................................................... 6
2.3
AccessAbility Services and Support..................................................................................................... 6
2.4
Assessment items ................................................................................................................................... 8
Submission and return of assessment.......................................................................................... 16
3.1
Submission of assessment ................................................................................................................ 16
3.2
Late submissions .............................................................................................................................. 16
3.3
Special Considera-on (including deferrals and extensions) ............................................................... 16
3.4
Academic Integrity ........................................................................................................................... 16
3.5
Return of assessment ....................................................................................................................... 17
3.6
Review of assessment ...................................................................................................................... 17
Learning and teaching in this subject ........................................................................................... 18
4.1
Subject calendar .............................................................................................................................. 18
4.2
Learning and teaching ac-vi-es/expecta-ons .................................................................................. 19
This Subject Outline has been prepared by Jaime Wong for the College of Business, Law and Governance,
Singapore Campus, James Cook University. Updated January 2024.
The informa(on provided in this subject outline is correct as at the (me of comple(on and may change in
response to changing University resources. Any changes will be approved by the College Dean or
representa(ve and will be communicated to students via the LearnJCU subject site.
1
Subject details
1.1 Student par-cipa-on requirements
The JCU Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures (2.1.2d) indicates a typical student workload for a
three (3) credit point subject requires a 130 hour work load of study related ac(vi(es, including
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aTendance, assessment and self-directed study over the dura(on of the subject with equivalency across
all modes of delivery.
Note that aTendance at specified classes will be a mandatory requirement for sa(sfactory comple(on of
some subjects (Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures, 3.1.8e) and that addi(onal hours may be
required per week for those students in need of English language, numeracy or other learning support.
Key subject ac,vi,es
Refer to the appropriate Timetable:
On-campus > Lectures - may include recorded
presenta5ons, online ac5vi5es & self-learning ac5vi5es
inclusive of lectures, via LearnJCU (20 hours)
•
•
•
Lecture (10 weeks)
Every Monday 11:00 hrs to 13:00 hrs Singapore
On-campus > Tutorials - may include recorded
presenta5ons, online ac5vi5es & self-learning ac5vi5es
inclusive of synthesising sessions, via LearnJCU (20
hours)
JCU Australia
JCU Brisbane
JCU Singapore or your eStudent personal
(metable
Refer to the appropriate Timetable:
•
•
•
Tutorial (total 9 weeks) start in Week 2
Tut A: Every Monday 14:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs Singapore
Tut B: Every Monday 16:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs Singapore
JCU Australia
JCU Brisbane
JCU Singapore or your eStudent personal
(metable
For informa(on regarding class registra(on, visit the Class Registra(on Schedule.
Learning and teaching ac(vi(es may be recorded for this subject. Personal Informa(on in the form of
images and audio may be collected by JCU during the recording. This Personal Informa(on may appear as
part of the recording which is accessible to students and staff in this subject on LearnJCU.
1.2 Teaching Staff contact details
Teaching
team
Staff member
Subject
Convenor
Adrian Kuah
Lecturer/
Tutor
Jaime Wong
Learning
Advisors
Librarian
Room
Phone
Email
Consulta,on
,mes*
adrian.kuah@jcu.edu.au
By appointment
First point of contact
Jaime.wong@jcu.edu.au
By appointment
JCU Singpore Learning
Centre
C1-12B
n/a
learningcentresingapore@jcu.edu.au By email
JCUS Library
C1-08
n/a
librarysingapore@jcu.edu.au
By email
*Other consulta(on (mes by appointment only.
1.3 Subject descrip-on
This subject introduces students to the mul(dimensional nature of interna(onal business and discusses
the importance of globalisa(on and how it has changed the compe((ve environment of business. It
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introduces the role of mul(na(onal corpora(ons and the complexity of interna(onal opera(ons and
management, and discusses current debates surrounding mul(lateral bodies. Reasons for the
emergence of globalisa(on and the interna(onalisa(on of business are considered along with emergent
business strategies and organisa(onal forms appropriate to interna(onal business. Trade policies of a
number of important trading partners are examined through the applica(on of a trade poster.
Interna(onal business entry modes and the impact of cultural differences on doing business overseas are
analysed. Students will need to demonstrate skills in gathering and evalua(ng data, from both printed
and internet sources, and developing a strategic business approach in analysing interna(onal business
case studies. Students will gain from this subject an apprecia(on of the mul(faceted nature of trade in a
globalised trading system.
1.4 Subject learning outcomes and course learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:
• SLO1: Analyse and apply interna(onal business process and policy.
• SLO2: Apply business concepts from a global perspec(ve and within the global marketplace.
• SLO3: Design an interna(onal business solu(on e.g.: a global business case, or an interna(onal
business strategic plan.
• SLO4: Appraise the key stages and requirements in taking a business interna(onal and becoming
successful in the global context.
These outcomes will contribute to your overall achievement of course learning outcomes.
• CLO1: Cri(cally analyse complex business-related knowledge and prac(ce from both historical and
recent perspec(ves.
• CLO2: Evaluate contexts within which differing sustainable business performance methods should be
integrated and applied.
• CLO3: Evaluate sustainable economic, social and environmental prac(ces and value systems from
different disciplinary perspec(ves.
• CLO4: Apply knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques and tools to apply established
concepts to solve business and professional prac(ce problems.
1.5 Student feedback on subject and teaching
Students are at the heart of JCU and as part of our commitment to improving the quality of our subjects
and teaching, we regularly seek feedback on the JCU student experience.
YourJCU Surveys are available to all students through LearnJCU. You will receive an email invita(on when
the survey opens.
In response to previous student feedback and other data, the following enhancements to this subject
have been made:
• Subject content has been aligned with learning material and associate assessment tasks.
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1.6 Subject resources and special requirements
All subject readings and resources, including journal ar(cles, book chapters, websites, videos, print and
eTextbooks, are available to view online from your Readings list via your LearnJCU subject site.
Required Textbook:
Peng, M.W. (2023) Global Business 5th Ed.
Boston, MA: Cengage Learning
ISBN-13: 978-0-3577-1640-3
1.7 Genera-ve AI Usage
This subject does not require or permit the use of Genera(ve AI tools for the comple(on of learning
ac(vi(es or assessment.
2
Assessment details
2.1 Key dates
Key dates
Date
Census date and Last date to withdraw without financial
penalty
See 2024 JCUS Study Period and Census Dates
Last date to withdraw without academic penalty
See 2024 JCUS Study Period and Census Dates
Assessment item 1: Oral - Presenta5on (group or individual)
(15%)
Due: Week 4, 8 Mar 2024, Fri, 11:59pm Singapore ,me
Assessment item 2: Wri^en - Project report (group or
individual) (35%)
Presenta,ons in Tutorial in Week 5 and 6
Due: Week 7, 29 Mar 2024, Fri, 11:59pm Singapore ,me
Interna5onal Business Research Essay
Assessment item 3: Wri^en - Examina5on (centrally
administered) (50%)
Exam (date to be announced)
2.2 Requirements for successful comple-on of this subject
In order to pass this subject, you must:
• Achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more.
• Demonstrate regular aWendance and engagement with the content of this subject in accordance with student
par-cipa-on requirements as outlined above, including but not limited to any mandatory face to face
aWendance or online session par-cipatory aWendance.
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• Demonstrate a reasonable aWempt on all assessment items. Students who have completed less than 100% of
the assessment will be subject to review by the College Assessment CommiWee which could result in failing the
Subject (F – Fail).
• Complete at least 80% of assessment requirements, as listed above.
• Failure to comply with the above will result in an F (Fail) Result.
Final results for this subject will be graded as described in the Student Results Policy.
Supplementary examina(ons/assessments are not available for this subject.
2.3 AccessAbility Services and Support
Reasonable adjustments may be made to assist you to manage addi(onal circumstances impac(ng on
your studies provided these do not change the academic integrity of a course. Reasonable adjustments
do not alter the need to be able to demonstrate the inherent requirements of the course.
If you believe you will experience challenges comple(ng your subject or course because of a disability,
health condi(on or other reason, you should fill up the Accessibility Intake form (click Forms for
Prospec(ve Students to locate this) and submit to the relevant Student Ambassador at JCUS who will be
in touch with you.
Inherent requirements are now located in the Course and Subject Handbook, see the respec(ve Course
Informa(on tab.
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2.4
Assessment items
ASSESSMENT ITEM 1: GROUP PRESENTATION
• SLO1: Analyse and apply interna5onal business process and policy.
• SLO2: Apply business concepts from a global perspec5ve and within the global
marketplace.
Aligned subject learning
outcomes
• SLO3: Design an interna5onal business solu5on e.g.: a global business case, or an
interna5onal business strategic plan.
• CLO1: Cri5cally analyse complex business-related knowledge and prac5ce from both
historical and recent perspec5ves.
• CLO3: Evaluate sustainable economic, social and environmental prac5ces and value
systems from different disciplinary perspec5ves.
• CLO4: Apply knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques and tools to apply
established concepts to solve business and professional prac5ce problems.
Group or individual
Group (4 students per group) or Individual – require self-enrol to Assessment 1 Groups
15%; Week 4, 8 Mar 2024, Fri, 11:59pm Singapore ,me
Weigh,ng and due date
Presenta,ons in Tutorial in Week 5 and 6
Format: PowerPoint Slides
Requirements
for
successful comple,on of
this assessment item
Students need to achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more across all assessment tasks,
therefore a student may not need to pass this assessment task to pass this subject.
Genera,ve AI tools cannot be used in this assessment task
Genera,ve AI use
In this assessment, you must not use Genera5ve Ar5ficial Intelligence (GenAI) for any
elements of the assessment task including the genera5on of any materials or content in
rela5on to the assessment item.
ASSESSMENT ITEM 1: DESCRIPTION
Assessment aim: To present and analyse an internaRonal business case study.
InstrucRons:
•
Read the assessment task rubric before commencing this assessment item
•
Choose a case study from the textbook (Peng, 2017; 2023) or other source (with approval from
subject lecturer)
•
Provide an analysis of the case individually or as part of a group
•
Produce a PowerPoint, video or similar visual presenta(on of 10-15 minutes dura(on to report the
analysis
•
Provide an audio or wriTen narra(ve to complement and support the visual presenta(on (ask your
subject lecturer if unsure of the approach)
Your presented analysis, supported by the narra(ve, will at minimum:
o Summarise the case and iden(fy key issues
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o Interpret or extend case informa(on through applica(on of interna(onal business concepts
and/or analysis tools described in Peng Chapters 1-4
o Extend your analysis by researching and applying learnings to the case from two relevant
academic (peer-reviewed) references
o Use crea(vity to engage the audience
o Apply professional aspects (as might be expected for a workplace presenta(on) while also using
APA referencing style with a reference list (on the final presenta(on slide or elsewhere)
Note: You may also add depth to the presenta(on through providing answers to any listed case ques(ons
or ques(ons of your own devising
Submission:
• Submit your presenta(on only in PowerPoint format (not pdf) and Peer Evalua(on to the Assessment
task 1 Dropbox on your subject site on LearnJCU.
Return of assessment:
The marked assessment and feedback will be available online through LearnJCU no later than 21 days
aker the due date.
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ASSESSMENT ITEM 1: GROUP PRESENTATION MARKING RUBRIC (15%)
(5%)
Interpretation or
application of IB
concepts and/or tools
SLO1, SLO2, SLO3,
CLO1
(4%)
HD (85-100)
Clear and
comprehensive
summary of key points
and issues
Applications insightful
and logical with new
perspectives offered on
the case
Applications logical
and complementary to
extend existing
perspectives on the
case
Criteria
Weight (15%)
Case summary and
key issues
SLO1, SLO2,
CLO1
Applied learning
from peer reviewed
references
SLO1, SLO2, SLO3,
CLO3, CLO4
(3%)
Creativity for
audience
engagement
CLO3, CLO4
Professional aspects
including APA style
CLO3，CLO4
(2%)
(1%)
Germane choice of
references wellexplained with
learnings effectively
applied to the case
Highly engaging
while maintaining
constant interest
through displays of
bridled flair
Highly professional
and appealing
presentation that both
entertains and
educates
D (75-84)
Clear and generally
relevant summary of
key points and issues
Apt choice of
references explained
with learnings applied
to the case
Generally engaging
showing aspects of
creativity relevant to
maintain audience
interest
High standard visual
layout and clarity of
audio, generally free
of distractions
C (65-74)
Relevant
summary Applications relevant to
Broadly relevant
though limited
reveal existing
references identified
information provided
perspectives on the
with general
application to the case
on the key issues
case
Reasonably engaging
with a few creative
touches to enliven
audience
Consistent structure
and style though too
much information
conveyed or
distracting elements
Relevant information
Applications relevant in
Relevance of
provided though
repeating existing
references
not obvious
summary scope
perspectives on the
with vague
limited to broad case
application to the case
case
aspects
Somewhat engaging
through lacking in
variety and
spontaneity
Clear mostly though
somewhat
monotonous through
lack of structure,
being wordy, or
lacking accessibility
Some effort made
though information
and style lack
engagement
Unclear words and
sound characterized
by errors
P (50-64)
F (0-49)
Some relevant
information provided
though summary of
key issues
undeveloped
Applications not
relevant to existing
perspectives on the
case
References have
limited case relevance
with application
minimal or lacking
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ASSESSMENT ITEM 2: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROJECT REPORT
• SLO1: Analyse and apply interna5onal business process and policy.
• SLO2: Apply business concepts from a global perspec5ve and within the global
marketplace.
• SLO3: Design an interna5onal business solu5on e.g.: a global business case, or an
interna5onal business strategic plan.
Aligned subject learning
outcomes
• SLO4: Appraise the key stages and requirements in taking a business interna5onal and
becoming successful in the global context.
• CLO1: Cri5cally analyse complex business-related knowledge and prac5ce from both
historical and recent perspec5ves.
• CLO2: Evaluate contexts within which differing sustainable business performance
methods should be integrated and applied.
• CLO3: Evaluate sustainable economic, social and environmental prac5ces and value
systems from different disciplinary perspec5ves.
• CLO4: Apply knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques and tools to apply
established concepts to solve business and professional prac5ce problems.
Group or individual
Weigh,ng and due date
Requirements
for
successful comple,on of
this assessment item
Group & Individual
Note Group* (3-4 students per group) – require Self-enrol to Assessment 2 groups
35%; Week 7, 29 Mar 2024, Fri, 11:59pm Singapore ,me
Format: Essay
Students need to achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more across all assessment tasks,
therefore a student may not need to pass this assessment task to pass this subject.
Genera,ve AI tools cannot be used in this assessment task
Genera,ve AI use
In this assessment, you must not use Genera5ve Ar5ficial Intelligence (GenAI) for any
elements of the assessment task including the genera5on of any materials or content in
rela5on to the assessment item.
ASSESSMENT ITEM 2: DESCRIPTION
Assessment aim: Using essay style respond to a per-nent ques-on on interna-onal business
The essay, in responding to the selected ques-on, may be broad or narrow in scope (e.g., focussing globally, or on
a single enterprise, sector, country or region (or some combina-on of these).
The essay should include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
A -tle that encapsulates the ques-on, topic and approach
Purpose (i.e., ques-on response), defini-on of key terms and or concepts, and essay structure outline
(normally in the introduc-on)
Presenta-on of an informed, balanced and evidenced-based argument, in answer to the chosen ques-on
Incorpora-on of peer-reviewed and grey literatures as evidence
Iden-fica-on of key actors and roles surrounding the issue including real work examples where relevant
A conclusion summarising the presented argument while also demonstra-ng that the stated essay
purpose has been met (i.e., the ques-on has been answered).
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Instruc*ons:
The essay should adhere to the following style requirements:
o
1,500 words +/- 10% (excluding front maWer, annotated bibliography and list of cited references), le`
jus-fied, 12-point font size Arial using 1.5 line spacing. o Apply correct APA cita-on style including
referencing sources for factual informa-on or other’s opinions o Do not include an execu-ve summary
or table of contents
o
You may use subheadings, figures and tables (these elements form part of the wordcount) o The essay
should include at minimum four academic (peer reviewed) references cited in text o Two of the cited
references should be listed in a annotated bibliography (totalling together, this sec-on should be fewer
than 150 words)
o
A list of all cited references is to follow the annotated references
Choose a ques*on below. You may also devise your own ques*on (with lecturer approval)
•
Did the Covid-19 Pandemic demonstrate the resilience of forces for globalisa-on?
•
Will unchecked infla-on prevent interna-onal business from thriving?
•
Is cybercrime the largest threat to successful global business?
•
Will na-onal governments benefit from promo-ng global business at the cost of local business interests?
•
Do new technologies, such as ar-ficial intelligence, mean that in the future people will be working for
machines?
•
Have mul-lateral Organisa-ons (IMF, WTO, WHO) failed in facilita-ng interna-onal businesses?
•
Is a trade war between superpowers good for global business?
•
Has China’s One Road One Belt Strategy been a success or failure in direc-ng global business?
•
Are global supply chains too exposed to disrup-on from external forces or unexpected events?
•
Does military war among na-ons benefit or disbenefit global trade?
Submission:
Submit your report and peer evalua-on to the assessment item 2 Dropbox on your subject site on
LearnJCU.
Return of assessment:
The marked assessment and feedback will be available online through LearnJCU no later
than 21 days a`er the due date.
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ASSESSMENT ITEM 2: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS RESEARCH ESSAY MARKING RUBRIC (35%)
Conceptualisation
(10%)
SLO1, SLO2, CLO2,
CLO4
HD
(85-100)
D
(75-84)
C (6574)
P (5064)
F (4049)
Development and
evidence (8%)
SLO1, SLO2, SLO3,
SLO4, CLO1, CLO2,
CLO3, CLO4
Well-chosen examples,
Clear, precise, well- consistently persuasive
Excellent analysis
defined argument; reasoning used to develop
using creative ideas
sophisticated
in both and support argument;
going beyond the
effective use of reference
statement
textbook readings,
material; links made
and insight into the
showing mastery of
between ideas explicit;
topic;
the topic and
shows good critical
identification of key
pertinent insights
analysis of issues and
critical issues
source materials
Logical
argument that
Clear, logical
Shows very good
identifies
and develops
argument,
understanding of
key issues; appropriate
identifying some
supporting evidence;
the topic beyond the
of the key critical
makes effort to link rather
obvious
issues for analysis
than stack ideas
Logical argument,
Arguments not fully
however, at time
developed; limited
Shows good
unclear
linking of ideas conveyed
understanding of the identifying some of mostly at the descriptive
topic occasionally
the key issues
level;
beyond the obvious without adequate
supporting evidence not
critical analysis
always appropriate
Partial development of
argument; lacking in
critical analysis; ideas
General argument
not fully developed of
lacking in critical
Shows basic
supported; too many
understanding of
reflection;
generalisations; limited
the topic; may have a
argument and
use of supporting
few factual,
reasoning not
always clear
evidence; uncritical
interpretive or
terms may be left
reading of sources;
conceptual errors
tending toward
undefined
description rather than
analysis
Shows little
understanding the
topic with
significant factual
and conceptual
errors
Argument (9%)
SLO1, SLO2, SLO3,
SLO4, CLO1,
CLO2, CLO3,
CLO4
Vague argument:
important terms not
defined
Structure (5%)
CLO3, CLO4, SLO4
Presentation (3%)
CLO3, CLO4
Introduction shows a
line of argument and
Effective use of
justifies approach;
English; apt choice of
appropriate, clear and
words; correct
smooth linkages
referencing;
few or no
between points;
grammatical
or
clearly defined
presentation errors
paragraphs with good
topic sentences
Paragraphs clearly
defined, clear
linkages between key
points
Occasional
grammatical or
stylistic problems; a
few presentation
errors
Paragraphs and
linkages generally
clear; on occasions
awkward transitions
and lack of critical
reflection
Writing not always
clear and concise,
occasional unclear
sentences and suspect
choice of words
Weakly defined
paragraphs bringing
in too many points;
many awkward
transitions; lack of
clear structure to the
argument and
subsequent failure to
elucidate points and
ideas
Writing not to the
point - not concise;
contains several
unclear and awkward
sentences; imprecise
use of words; some
major grammatical
errors, limited effort
to adequately
reference work
Descriptive summary with
little or no analysis; little Paragraphs poorly
coherence in the
defined; illogical
development of ideas; arrangement of ideas
insufficient, inappropriate
within disjointed
or awkward use of
structure
supporting evidence
Some major
grammatical or
proofreading errors;
language marred by
cliches,
colloquialisms,
repeated inexact word
choices; inadequate or
inappropriate
referencing
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ASSESSMENT ITEM 3: EXAMINATION (CENTRALLY ADMINISTERED)
• SLO1: Analyse and apply interna5onal business process and policy.
• SLO2: Apply business concepts from a global perspec5ve and within the global
marketplace.
• SLO3: Design an interna5onal business solu5on e.g.: a global business case, or an
interna5onal business strategic plan.
Aligned subject learning
outcomes
• SLO4: Appraise the key stages and requirements in taking a business interna5onal and
becoming successful in the global context.
• CLO1: Cri5cally analyse complex business-related knowledge and prac5ce from both
historical and recent perspec5ves.
• CLO2: Evaluate contexts within which differing sustainable business performance
methods should be integrated and applied.
• CLO3: Evaluate sustainable economic, social and environmental prac5ces and value
systems from different disciplinary perspec5ves.
• CLO4: Apply knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques and tools to apply
established concepts to solve business and professional prac5ce problems.
Group or individual
Weigh,ng and due date
Requirements
for
successful comple,on of
this assessment item
Individual assessment item
50%; Exam Period To be Announced
Format: Essay
Students need to achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more across all assessment tasks,
therefore a student may not need to pass this assessment task to pass this subject.
Genera,ve AI tools cannot be used in this assessment task
Genera,ve AI use
In this assessment, you must not use Genera5ve Ar5ficial Intelligence (GenAI) for any
elements of the assessment task including the genera5on of any materials or content in
rela5on to the assessment item.
ASSESSMENT ITEM 3: DESCRIPTION
Assessment aim: To test knowledge of interna(onal business (IB) concepts by asking students to explain
the theory and apply the concepts to a global business situa(on.
This assessment tests the students’ ability to assess cri(cally the advantages and merits, risks,
drawbacks, and challenges that a concept, approach or ac(on presents to interna(onal business.
Students are required to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and applica(on of the
interna(onal business issues covered in this subject.
InstrucRons
•
This is a closed book invigilated examina-on (only wri-ng materials are permiWed)
•
You will be given two hours (plus reading -me) to complete this assessment.
•
This assessment task will be based on one case study (available at the exam star-ng -me).
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•
Answer ALL the ques-ons at the end of each case.
•
Each ques-on is worth equal marks. Ques-ons may have parts with part weigh-ng indicated. Total 50 marks.
•
Your answers must be based on the concepts described in this subject. General answers lacking applica-on of
subject concepts will likely receive a fail grade.
•
Use of in text references is not required or expected within answers nor is a list of references.
ASSESSMENT ITEM 3: CRITERIA
HD
Identification of
relevant IB
theory
(15%)
SLO1, SLO2,
CLO1
Explanation of
relevant IB
theory
(15%)
SLO1, SLO2,
SLO3, CLO1,
CLO2
Application of
relevant IB
theory
(15%)
SLO1, SLO2,
SLO3, SLO4,
CLO1, CLO2,
CLO3, CLO4
Clarity of
writing and
argument in
specified word
limit
(5%)
CLO3, CLO4
D
C
P
F
Directly
caserelevant
theory identified
beyond the
obvious
Theory identified
with direct
relevance to case
Theory identified
with general
relevance to case
Theory
identified though Little or no
relevance to
theory
case not clear
identified
Sophisticated
explanation of
theory providing
valid appraisal of
key elements
Detailed
explanation
of
theory
with
linkage
among
elements apparent
General
explanation of
key theoretical
concepts/
elements
Brief or vague
explanation of
theory
Theory not
explained
Detailed
application of
theory to the case
including pertinent
insights
Broad application
of theory to the
case providing
general insights
Application of
theory to the
case vague or
unjustified
Theory not
applied to
the case
Direct and clear
writing in a
logical structure
providing linked
argument
Clear writing
though structure
and argument
through at times
misdirected
Comprehensive
application of
theory to the case
providing insights
beyond the
obvious
High-standard
writing providing
a sophisticated
and
justified
argument
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Generally clear
argument though
writing marred
by grammatical
errors
Difficult to
read,
illogical
points
made
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Submission and return of assessment
3.1 Submission of assessment
Submission of the assessment is covered under each respec(ve assessment items.
3.2 Late submissions
The Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedure (3.1.8d) outlines a uniform formula of penal(es
imposed for submission of an assessment item aker the due date. This formula is 5% of the total
possible marks for the assessment item per day including part-days, weekends, and public holidays. If
submiTed aker 20 days, the assessment item thus would be awarded 0 marks (i.e. 5% x 20 = 100% of
total possible marks in penal(es). For assessment items weighted 0%, and submiTed aker 10 days a DNS
(Did Not Submit) grade is awarded.
3.3 Special Considera-on (including deferrals and extensions)
You are encouraged to access equity measures if you are affected by extenua(ng circumstances while
undertaking the subject. JCU’s Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedure 3.1 requires that you must
make yourself available for assessments and examina(ons at the scheduled (mes and extensions or
deferrals for an assessment item due to previously scheduled commitments such as weddings or
holidays, will not be granted.
All Special Considera(on requests can be applied for through the Special Considera(on applica(on form.
The form is linked to the Special Considera(on Procedure and also available on the Student Forms
webpage.
3.4 Academic Integrity
As outlined in the Coursework Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure, you are are required to
complete the Coursework Academic Integrity Modules available in your LearnJCU site. Penal(es for
noncomple(on may be applied.
All non-examina(on items of assessment are required to be submiTed with the Assessment Declara(on
available through LearnJCU. The Assessment Declara(on contains statements rela(ng to academic
integrity under the Coursework Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures. All instances of academic
misconduct are treated very seriously by the University and students may be severely penalised for
commiong any form of academic misconduct.
For more informa(on regarding academic integrity, see
hTps://www.jcu.edu.sg/currentstudents/student-support-services/learning-support/academic-integrityat-james-cook-universitysingapore
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3.5 Return of assessment
Submission of the assessment is covered under each respec(ve assessment items.
The requirements for an assessment’s return date, (me and manner will be determined by the Subject
Coordinator in line with the JCU Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures.
Feedback will be given, as per clause 3.5 of the Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures. You will
be informed of your grade for every component of assessment as per clause 3.5.1 and 3.5.2 of the
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures. You can also request wriTen or verbal feedback from
the marker (see Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures 3.5).
3.6 Review of assessment
Assessment items and final grades will be reviewed through modera(on processes (Learning, Teaching
and Assessment Procedures, 3.6). It is important to be aware that assessment results “must always
undergo final ra(fica(on for each study period. No single grade or mark represents a final result in a
subject” (Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures, 3.7.4.).
Audio and/or video recording of assessment (e.g. oral assessment) may be used in this subject as per
the Learning Teaching and Assessment Procedure (3.1.5f) and will be securely stored in line with
Learning Teaching and Assessment Procedure (3.8.1).
Students can seek a review of individual assessment pieces through the process iden(fied in clause 3.8
of the Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures.
Students can seek a review of the final subject result through the process contained in the Review and
Appeal of a Final Subject Result Procedure.
ConfirmaRon of Student Authorship
A confirma(on of student authorship may apply if a lecturer suspects the student has submiTed work
that is not their own.
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Learning and teaching in this subject
4.1 Subject calendar
Please note, the sequence of some topics may change due to staff availability, resourcing, or due to
unforeseen circumstances. Please monitor announcements made via LearnJCU.
Lecture/Tutorial
Dates
1
17/02/24
(Replace for
Lecture/Topic
Ch – from Peng 5th ed
Ch1 Globaliza9on
12/02/24)
2
19/02/24
3
26/02/24
Ch 2 Formal Ins9tu9ons
Ch 3 Informal Ins9tu9ons
Ch 4 Resources & Capabili9es
Ch 15 Human Resources Mgt
Tutorial AcCvity
Refer to your class schedule for Readings/PreparaCon
tutorial dates.
Explain Assessment Details
Form Groups
Ch 1
(1)
Prepare Assessment One,
(2)
Prac9se lecture concepts in
class ac9vity
Ch 2 & Ch 3
(1)
Prepare Assessment One,
(2)
Prac9se lecture concepts in
class ac9vity
Ch 4 & Ch 15
(1)
Prepare Assessment One
4
04/03/24
Ch 5 Interna9onal Trade
Prac9se lecture concepts in
Ch 8 Global and Regional Integra9on (2)
class ac9vity
Ch 5 & Ch 8
5
11/03/24
Ch 6 Foreign Direct Investment
Class Presenta9ons
Ch 6
6
18/03/24
Ch 7 Dealing with Foreign Exchange
Class Presenta9ons
Ch 7
Ch 10 Entering foreign markets
(1)
Ch 12 Alliances & Acquisi9ons
(2)
Prac9se lecture concepts in
class ac9vity
Ch 13 Strategy, Structure and
Prac9se lecture concepts in class
ac9vity
7
25/03/24
8
01/04/24
9
08/04/24
10
15/04/24
Innova9on in MNE
Ch 14 Marke9ng and Supply Chain
Management
Ch 17 Corporate Social
Responsibility
Prepare Assessment Two
Prac9se lecture concepts in class
ac9vity
Exam Prepara9on
Exam Review
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Ch 10 & Ch 12
Ch 13
Ch14
Ch 17
Assessment Due
Assessment One due
8 Mar 2024, Fri,
11:59pm Singapore
9me
Assessment Two due
29 Mar 2024, Fri,
11:59pm Singapore
9me
4.2 Learning and teaching activities/expectations
This subject is based on an ac(ve and immersive learning experience. However, learning chiefly follows a
student self-directed approach. Students are expected to read and research extensively, work
individually on real-world projects, and come up with sound recommenda(ons for business solu(ons.
Essen(al reading materials will be provided but students are expected to browse for addi(onal readings.
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