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Addresses the educational
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developing and providing
engaging, relevant and
accelerated programs.
blended model
INTB 300
Enhances scholarship,
leadership skills, social
responsibility, and promotes
life-long learning.
Provides high-quality, easily
accessible educational
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Enables adults to earn
specific undergraduate and
graduate degrees while
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Develops new degree and
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student expectations
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financial aid
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library resources
services for students with disabilities
Academic Honesty Policy
APA formatting and style
netiquette
course overview
required textbooks
grading scale
IDEA objectives
IDEA description
learning outcomes
course schedule
Moser College Mission
Statement: Moser College
embodies the values of respect,
excellence, collaboration, and
professionalism. We are
committed to delivering
innovative and dynamic
programs designed for adult
students who are dedicated to
enhancing their professional,
local, and global communities.
Moser College Vision
Statement: To be one of the
premier university colleges in
the nation.
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Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
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About Your Program at Benedictine University – Moser College
About This Document
This is a hypermedia document – it has been built to mimic navigation on the
web. This document can also be viewed as a presentation or it can be printed
like a traditional document. We use this sort of document because it allows for
navigation links (hyperlinks) to text, graphics, audio/video, and the web. This
type of document also allows you to navigate in a nontraditional, nonlinear way
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document in any sort of order. This is yet another example of Moser College’s
commitment to advancements in technology and blended learning.
About Moser College
The Moser College of Adult & Professional Studies delivers its curricular
programs in a specifically designed structure deliberately oriented for working,
adult learners. The Moser College is committed to providing a learning
environment which extends beyond the classroom and is designed specifically
to meet the needs of its students and their employers by bringing a quality
educational experience without requiring the student to relocate or travel
extensively beyond their home area. Benedictine University's Moser College of
Adult & Professional Studies is fully accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools*.
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About Blended Learning
Blended learning is the integration of different learning environments: mainly the
online format with the face-to-face format, but may also include mobile learning.
Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, relies on both the advantages
of digital/technology innovation and the methods of face-to-face instruction. At
Moser College, we use blended learning by combining asynchronous online
classroom sessions with a face-to-face classroom environment. We alternate
between the online session and the face-to-face session in 5-week courses, with
the A session being face-to-face and the B session being online.
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The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education
A Benedictine Education
Based on the Rules of Saint Benedict, a Benedictine
Education is based on the Benedictine Wisdom
Tradition that sets as its goals the transformation of the
Human mind AND Heart and has at its foundation “The
Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education”.
The Ten Hallmarks
Each academic year Moser College will be celebrating
two of the Hallmarks. This academic year 2011-2012,
the Hallmarks Stability and Stewardship have been
chosen. The ten hallmarks are:
1. Love of Christ and Neighbor
2. Prayer: a Life marked by liturgy, lection and
Mindfulness
3. Stability: commitment to the daily life of this place,
its heritage and tradition
4. Conversatio: the way of formation and
transformation
5. Obedience: a commitment to listening and
consequent action
6. Discipline: a way toward learning and freedom
7. Humility: knowledge of self in relation to God,
others and creation
8. Stewardship: responsible use of creation, culture
and the arts
9. Hospitality: openness to others
10. Community: call to serve the common good
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Student Expectations
Expectations of Students
In order to get the maximum use of the time available, it is expected that you
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Read the material to be covered in the class and complete required
assignments prior to attending the class/session;
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Arrive/login to class/session prepared to participate actively;
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Be prepared to actively participate in the collaborative activities of each
class/session; and
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Always feel free to seek additional help from the instructor when the need
arises.
Attendance Policy
Students may not miss more than 25% of the live classroom sessions. Doing so
will result in an F for the course.
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Submission of Work
All assignments are to be submitted into Desire 2 Learn (D2L) unless otherwise noted by instructor.
Assignments must be submitted by due date. Any assigned work submitted late for any unexcused
reason will receive a lowered grade. Please refer to your instructor’s late work policy located in D2L.
In the event that you miss an examination for due cause, arrangements must be made with the
instructor for a make-up examination. Important criteria concerning the submission of work:
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Make-up examinations may differ from the original class examination.
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Per University policy, assignments cannot be accepted by an instructor after the last day of the course.
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Only discussions threads posted by 11:59 pm CST on the due date will count for grading purposes.
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Financial Aid Information
Applying for Financial Aid
A college education is one of the largest financial investments a family will make. We believe that an education
from Benedictine University will provide valuable returns throughout a student's lifetime. The Office of Financial
Aid is dedicated to helping students and their families make a Benedictine University education affordable. We
view the process of financing an education as a partnership. Although the student and his/her family have primary
responsibility for meeting college costs, Benedictine University, as well as the federal and state governments have
a variety of financial aid programs available to students who need financial assistance.
Types of Financial Aid
Benedictine University's Office of Financial Aid administers a variety of federal, state
and institutional programs of student financial assistance. All financial aid recipients
must maintain satisfactory academic progress in accordance with the published,
"Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for Financial Aid Recipients.“
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After completing the financial aid application process, the student will receive a
financial aid award notification letter. The award letter will include the
program(s) that the student is eligible to receive and the award amount(s).
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Grants/Scholarships - Grants and scholarships are considered to be gift
assistance. This means the awards do not have to be repaid.
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Loans - Loans are considered to be a form of self-help assistance. Loan programs
provide funds for educational purposes and are paid back with interest.
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Employment - Part-time jobs on campus are available to students through the
University and Federal Work-Study program. Students working on campus
receive a bi-weekly paycheck.
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Applying for Financial Aid – All students applying for financial aid are asked to
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
The FAFSA is required for all federal, state (Illinois residents) and Benedictine University need-based assistance.
It should be completed as soon as possible after January 1st. Applying online with FAFSA on the Web at
www.fafsa.gov is faster and easier than using a paper FAFSA. Have your completed U.S. Federal Income Tax
returns readily available when completing the FAFSA. Include Benedictine University's school code:
001767 so the results of your FAFSA application will automatically be sent to our financial aid office. Sign you
FAFSA with a Federal Student Aid PIN. Apply for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are providing parent
information, one parent must also sign you FAFSA.
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About Netiquette
What is Netiquette?
"Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices which help to make the online
experiences pleasant for all involved. As you might expect, netiquette, like other forms of etiquette, is about
courtesy, manners, codes of behavior, protocols and respect. Netiquette primarily focuses on how we interact with
one another online, by being aware of: our use of language, others’ cultural background, conventional norms, and
other behaviors. Below you will find guidelines concerning the basics of online interaction. If it isn’t something you
would say or do in the face-to-face classroom, it is probably inappropriate in the online class as well.
Netiquette Basics
1. Follow the Golden Rule (“One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself”)
2. Be ethical, fair, tolerant and mindful of others – avoid stereotyping, judgment and prejudice
3. Know the boundaries of particular cyberspaces – what is acceptable in a text or chatroom with friends may
not be appropriate in a classroom or in an online conversation with an instructor
4. Respect the time of others by: 1) using descriptive subject lines, 2) resizing images for the web, 3) providing
links instead of copying and pasting content, 5) using white space by inserting blank lines between paragraphs
and headers and 6) limiting your use of attachments
5. Copy the minimum number of people – it is tempting to send “email” or “message blasts” because it is easier
for the poster, but it is not easier for the reader
Inappropriate Online Usage
1. Avoid “flaming” – flaming is sending offensive, insulting or criticizing messages. This happens more often
online then in face-to-face interaction, because there is an illusion of anonymity.
2. Flaming is neither productive nor appropriate for the learning environment
3. Always avoid flaming when it comes to content and opinions, but also avoid it when it comes to grammar,
punctuation and spelling corrections
4. Avoid using CAPS if possible and never type messages in ALL CAPS – this is considered yelling and is often
seen as a form of aggression
5. Use emoticons ( :) , :( , :-) ) sparingly and avoid the use of JK, BRB, LOL and other text language
Confidentiality and Privacy
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Email, messaging and posting are forms of written record and are just as permanent as a letter or document
Do not publicize your own or others’ personal information (such as email, phone numbers, last names etc.)
Respect copyright and cite any and all sources
Do not expect that your communications are private, instead assume all communications are public
For more information please review Netiquette by Virginia Shea
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Resources for Success
Benedictine’s Library Resources
Benedictine University Libraries strive to provide the resources for all of your academic and research
needs. Providing access to over 120 databases, 200,000 books and eBooks, and helpful librarians 7
days a week, we are here to assist you in person and online.
The primary mission of the Benedictine University Library is to provide library resources and services
that support the Benedictine University community and meet its academic and research needs. To
support our mission, the Library has made provisions for all students to gain access to important
academic resources through the Benedictine Library Website. As you begin your academic journey
please take note of these key concepts that will affect that access:
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Entry into academic databases and most Library resources must be made through the Benedictine
Library Website at www.ben.edu/library
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Within one week of your official enrollment your patron information will be automatically entered
into the library system, where once entered, you will be able to check out books and access
databases
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When off-campus you will be prompted by authentication software (a proxy server) to provide
your Library ID number and last name to access article databases and request books. This software
proxy server confirms that you are a current Benedictine University student and thus allowed
access
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Your Library ID number is a combination of the Benedictine Library prefix 2281100 and your
seven-digit student ID number (also called your “b” number). Thus 2281100XXXXXXX is
the Library ID number with X’s being the seven digit student number. This number is prominently
located just below the barcode on your Benedictine ID card
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For further information on any aspect of Library resources and access please call or write the
Benedictine Library Reference Desk at 630-829-6057 or libref@ben.edu. Please take note of
Library hours and staff directory located on the Library Website under About the Library and feel
free to contact us about any concern or need you might have
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University Academic Honesty Policy
The search for truth and the dissemination of knowledge are the central missions of a university.
Benedictine University pursues these missions in an environment guided by our Roman Catholic
tradition and our Benedictine Heritage. Integrity and honesty are therefore expected of all University
students. Actions such as cheating, plagiarism, collusion, fabrication, forgery, falsification,
destruction, multiple submission, solicitation, and misrepresentation are violations of these
expectations and constitute unacceptable behavior in the University community.
To access the complete Academic Honesty Policy, which includes student responsibility, responsibility
and authority of faculty, violations, reporting and communicating, responsibilities of the provost,
appeals, composition of the academic appeals board, procedures of the academic appeals board, and
records, please select the following link: www.ben.edu/ahp
APA Formatting and Style
All course assignments must use APA citation and formatting. This is a
mandatory requirement for all assignments, including discussions, if a
publication or other work is being referenced. For more information on
APA, please see the APA Style section at the website of the American
Psychological Association, linked here: www.apa.org/
APA resources for students: www.apa.org/about/students.aspx
Services for Students with Disabilities
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990
prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities by standing provision of reasonable
accommodations to make programs and activities accessible to qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability, you may be eligible for
reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, please
contact the Student Success Center, Krasa Center - 012A, 630-829-6340. All students are expected to
fulfill essential course requirements. The University will not waive any essential skill or requirement
of a course or degree program.
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Individual Development and Educational Assessment
IDEA Objectives
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Acquiring skills in working with others as a member of a team.
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Developing creative capacities (writing, inventing, designing,
performing in art, music, drama, etc.)
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Gaining a broader understanding and appreciation of intellectual/
cultural activity (music, science, literature, etc.)
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Developing skill in expressing oneself orally or in writing.
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Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or
solving problems.
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Developing a clearer understanding of, and commitment to, personal
values.
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Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and
points of view.
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Acquiring an interest in learning more by asking questions and
seeking answers.
IDEA Description
The IDEA student survey focuses on the instructor’s learning objectives for the course and on the
progress each student made toward achieving those objectives. By answering thoughtfully and
honestly, your ratings and comments will be much more helpful – to the instructor, the department
chair, and the dean of the college. As students, you should also know that student ratings and
comments have been used to help evaluate courses and to improve the educational experience at
Benedictine University. The appropriate standard of conduct with respect to student surveys is
thoughtful comments and constructive criticism – respectfully communicated.
A Focus on Learning
“The IDEA Student Ratings system looks at instruction in terms of its endgame. Rather than
emphasizing teaching style or personality, the IDEA system focuses on student learning and the
methods used to facilitate it.” – from the IDEA website: www.theideacenter.org/node/5
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Faculty Evening Course Overview
Course Description
INTB 300 -- International Business
This course is designed to introduce students to the importance and role of international business.
Predominant themes will be culture and business opportunities. Topics include international trade,
balance of payments, multinational corporations and the functional areas of international business.
Course Materials
Required Textbook and Materials
Geringer, M. J., Minor, M. S., McNett, J. M. (2012). International Business. New York: McGraw-Hill.
ISBN-13: 978-0078029370
Suggested Course Materials
n/a
Technological Computer Requirements
Students in the Blended program will need: High-speed Internet access; a sound card and speakers; Windows
XP (minimum)/Windows 7 (recommended) or Mac OS X 10.5 or higher; and Firefox 3.6 or higher. It is also
highly recommended that students have access to a microphone or webcam for optional
audio/videoconferencing.
Discussion Forum Guidelines
The Course Grading Scale
A
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4.00
90 - 100%
EXCELLENT
B
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3.00
80 – 89%
GOOD
C
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2.00
70 – 79%
SATISFACTORY
D
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60 – 69%
PASS
F
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BELOW 60%
FAIL
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INCOMPLETE
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a post to each discussion question for that week by day 4
of each week and respond to at least two other postings
by the end of the week. Individual Posts are worth up to 5
points and the total Response Posts are worth up to 5
points total. Each discussion will total up to 10 points.
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Faculty Evening Course Outcomes Based in Bloom’s Taxonomy
Learning Outcomes
Assignments
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Evaluate the strategies of establishing an international business.
Appraise multi-national corporation’s resource allocation.
Discuss global corporate practices and analyze their impact on the world
Formulate and Implement strategies for global operations.
Individual Essay case study
Team Case study Exercise
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
35 pts
10 pts
5 pts
5 pts
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Compose market analysis and recommend course of action.
Develop analytical skills regarding global business issues.
Evaluate companies and cultural awareness within a global context.
Apply global management styles.
Assess your knowledge: First in-class quiz.
Individual Case Study Essay
Team Activity Exercise
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
Quiz
35 pts
10 pts
5 pts
5 pts
15 pts
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Evaluate global market entry, technology, and economic issues.
Analyze the impact of developed country and emerging market FDI.
Discuss the complexity of legal forces confronting international business.
Compare and contrast outsource and off shore global strategies.
Assess your knowledge: Second in-class quiz.
Individual Case Study Essay
Team Activity Exercise
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
Quiz
35pts
10 pts
5 pts
5 pts
15 pts
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Evaluate emerging markets value using SWOT
Identify how international relations and treaties affect business expansion.
Assess the role of Trading Blocs and international policy.
Identify and interpret GDP, HRI and other foreign country indexes
Assess your knowledge: Third in-class quiz.
Individual Case Study Essay
Team Activity Exercise
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
Quiz
35 pts
10 pts
5 pts
5 pts
15 pts
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Evaluate international business strategy and market analysis.
Compare and contrast developed and countries.
Discuss cross-cultural negotiation and decision making.
Analyze theories that explain why certain goods are traded internationally.
Assess your knowledge: Fourth in-class quiz.
Individual Essay case study
Team Activity Exercise
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
In class Quiz
35 pts
10 pts
5 pts
5 pts
15 pts
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Evaluate international strategy and international competitive advantage.
Analyze International case studies.
Discuss the complexity of the legal forces that confront international business.
Present final International Business Project .
Individual Case Study Essay
Online Discussion Post and Response
In-class participation
Final Team Activity
35 pts
5 pts
5 pts
10 pts
Total Points for course
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Session
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Assignments
01 A
F2F
International Business
Introduction
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01 B
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The Nature of
International business
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02 A
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International
Environmental Forces
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02 B
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Natural Resources and
Sustainability
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Organizational
Environment
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International Business
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Instructor provides overview of course and assignments
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions chapters 1,2,3
Individual Assignment: Case study Essay 3-5 pages on Globalization
History
Encourage students to form teams for course assignments.
Read Geringer-Minor-McNett chapters 1 , 2 , 3
Written assignment- Write 2 paragraphs on: What does globalization
means to you?
Discussion Post –Describe Globalization-Impact on the world
Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Chapters 4, 5, 6
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions from chapter 4, 5 , 6 (pages 75,
93, 114)
Individual Assignment: Write a 1 page short response from Discussion
Questions “How to prepare for international job transfer? Submit to
D2L Drop Box
Quiz 1 covering chapter 1, 2, 3
Review previous reading in chapters 4,5,6
Team written assignment- Global Business project on selected country
and industry.
Discussion Post topic-Cultural Awareness in Global Business
Read Geringer-Minor-McNett, Chapters 7,8,9
In-class Activity: Discussion on page 238 and 307.
Individual Assignment: Write 3-4 paragraphs on WTO strengths and
weakness
Quiz 2 covering chapter 4, 5, 6
Review previous reading in chapter 7, 8, 9
Individual Assignment: Appraise WTO website , select topic and post
Written assignment: Examine Foreign Exchange and Fluctuating
Currency Values in Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa
(BRICS) countries
Discussion topic: How China benefit from Free Trade
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04 A
F2F
Global Operations
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International Competitive
Strategy
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Human Resource in an
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Entry Modes
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Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Chapters 10, 11, 12
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions pages (174, 194, 210)
Individual Assignment: Examine two countries using SWOT
analysis
Quiz 3 covering chapter 7,8,9
Review previous reading in chapter 10, 11, 12
Individual Assignment: Develop screening process for
foreign markets
Team written assignment- Foreign direct investing (FDI)
and Government Policy
Discussion topic: Select a country and product to export
Read Geringer-Minor-McNett, Chapters 13, 14
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions on page 222 and 238
Individual Assignment: What are the drawbacks of indirect
exporting?
Quiz 4 covering chapter 10,11, 12
Review previous reading in chapter 13, 14
Team written assignment: Identify factors in online
advertising in the international sphere
Discussion topic-International Monetary Fund
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Read Chapter 15, 16 and 17
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions
Individual Discussion Assignment:
Individual Assignment: Case study Essay 1-2 pages on
Globalization of Health Care answer question #4, page 41
Final presentation
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Review previous reading in chapter 15, 16, 17
Individual Discussion Assignment
Team written assignment-Strategy Decision
Discussion topic-International Entry Strategy at WalMart
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Faculty Evening Session 1A
Learning Objectives
Define the key arguments for and against globalization.
1. Discuss the five drivers, all based on change, that are leading firms to internationalize their operations.
2. Describe the changing nature of the international economy.
3. Explain the main arguments in the debate over the impact of globalization.
4. Evaluate how the process of globalization is creating opportunities and challenges for international firms.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Instructor provides overview of course and weekly assignments.
Reading: No pre-class reading assigned, this will be completed after class 1A. Review Charles Geringer-Minor-McNett Text,
Chapter 1, 2 and 3.
Individual Assignments
• Individual and team questions are assigned after class 1A. Case study Essay 3-5 pages on the history of international
business beyond Geringer-Minor-McNett Text description. Start your essay in 1994 until today detailing the major events
that help shape international business. Consider Technology, trade agreements, and developing markets. Submit
assignment to D2L drop box.
Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after class 1A.
Encourage students to form teams for course assignments. Team name, project selected, country selected, chosen product or
service are considerations necessary prior to Class second class. Students should submit a brief proposal for their project my
the third course.
International Business Project
Objective: To create a foreign market entry business plan for taking an American consumer product into a foreign country.
Students are encouraged to be creative about the topic and apply concept from class to the final presentation.
In Class Participation
Review course syllabus, material, agenda and set course expectations. Facilitate an in-class discussion by reviewing chapter
1 relating to the growth of international firms and international business pages 10-19. Discuss the importance of Globalization
strategy and how it’s utilized by individual companies. Lead a discussion on globalization terms and concepts and how they’re
specifically used. Engage students and ensure they can develop a framework to evaluate the strengths, weakness,
opportunities and threats and trends of globalization. Complete the following exercises in class to reinforce these concepts.
1. Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 1, 2,3 the Nature of International Business is the context of the first three
chapters. Break class into discussion groups to initiate collaboration.
2. A revised and expanded International Business DVD (free) of company mini-documentaries and newsreel pieces
accompanies this text to help spark classroom discussions. Classic footage joins new stories to help you engage your
students in international business topics. The DVD includes segments for specific use with particular chapters as well as
additional segments to round out your class time. The Instructors Manual includes video case notes on how to use videos
with each chapter. The Geringer-Minor-McNett text online software and DVD disc provides a variety of PowerPoint's and
videos. This is a great resource to expose students to concepts, culture and countries involved in this course.
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Faculty Evening Session 1B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
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5.
6.
Understand how the political systems of countries differ.
Recognize the direction of trade, or who trades with whom, and trends in such trade.
Assess the magnitude of international trade and how it has grown.
Explain some of the theories of foreign direct investment.
Identify the macro-political and economic changes taking place worldwide.
Describe how transition economies are moving towards market based systems.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading: Review Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 1, 2, 3 and information assigned.
Individual Assignments
Online Discussion Write a 1-2 paragraph short essay response after reading Geringer-Minor-McNett Text,
Chapters 1, 2 and 3. For the first discussion post a response on, “What globalization means to you. How do
you see it as a factor of business in the USA”.? Considerations are, the economy and/or technology. Then end your post with a question to the class.
Please make your initial post by midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the
week. Review the definitions provided by your classmates and critique. Post your question by mid week so
other students may have a chance to respond. Reply to two other students posted discussion questions.
Study Group Assignments
The following suggested activity can be found in the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual and
Chapter 1 Case study on Starbucks page 3. The opening case study explores the international expansion of
Starbucks. The company has expanded over the last thirty years from a single store in Seattle to more than
16,000 locations spread across 50 different countries. This is an excellent example for national expansion and
global growth. Listed below an in-class discussion question suggested by the textbook:
Question 1: How has globalization created opportunities for Starbucks? How has Starbucks influenced the
process of globalization? Starbucks website: http://www.starbucks.com/
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to time. The sites can provide current and topical
information. However, I suggest checking the link access before class.
Monitor the online format to ensure students are fully participating in discussions
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Session 1B
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Faculty Evening Session 2A
Learning Objectives
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Explain what is meant by the term “culture of a society”.
Identify the forces that lead to differences in social culture.
Identify the business and economic implications of differences in culture.
Recognize how differences in social culture influence values in the workplace.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the economic and business implications of cultural change.
Appraise the World Trade Organization and its impact on international business.
Summarize the theories of Hofstede and Trompenaars.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 4, 5, 6
Individual Assignments
Quiz 1 covering chapters 1, 2, 3
Read and review chapter for class discussion.
Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after class 2A.
In Class Assignments/Assessment
1. Facilitate a review of individual and team homework/questions from chapters 3-5. Ensure all questions are
answered before moving to the next topic. It’s critical that students understand these concepts before
introducing and discussing new subjects. The instructor will facilitate a quiz for chapter 1, 2, 3. Instructors
may use questions from the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text textbook, global issues or from the companion
test-bank. (Ten questions are suggested for the quiz.)
2. Lead a discussion on Chapters 4-6, from the Geringer-Minor-McNett text on business ethics and global
culture, environmental sustainability. Culture, the sum total of beliefs, rules, techniques, institutions and
artifacts that characterize human populations, is learned and shared. Culture can be describes as a
“template for living” or a “design for life,” as it imprints the accepted behaviors on every person who is born
into a society. Be prepared to participate in the discussion regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 4,
5, 6, pages 75, 93, 114.
3. Ask the students what kinds of culture preparation they would want to have if they were to be transferred to
a specific country in six months.
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Session 1A
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Faculty Evening Session 2B
Learning Objectives
1. Understand how the political systems of countries differ.
2. Recognize how the economic systems of countries differ.
3. Understand how the legal systems of countries differ.
4. Explain what determines the level of economic development of a nation.
5. Identify the macro-political and economic changes taking place worldwide.
6. Describe how transition economies are moving towards market based systems.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 4,5, 6
Individual Discussion Assignment
1. Choose two countries that appear to be culturally diverse. Compare the culture of those countries and then
indicate how cultural differences influence (a) the costs of doing business in each country, (b) the likely
future economic development of that country, and (c) business practices. Which country is the “best fit” to
do business in based upon your defined perspective?
2. Class – Respond and/ answer these question as a foundation for the discussion . Please make your initial
post by midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week. Review the
definitions provided by your classmates and critique. Post your question by mid week so other students
may have a chance to respond. Reply to two other students posted discussion questions.
Team Discussion Assignment-Global Business Project
The instructor will assign 1 page short written response and students will submit in D2L Team Drop Box :
Team name, project selected, country selected, chosen product or service.
Study Group Assignments
The following suggested activity can be found in the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual (Chapter
3) . It begins by introducing the concept of culture. The determinants of culture are identified, which include
religion, political philosophy, economic philosophy, education, language, and social structure. Have students
discuss how the different religions might affect the work of (1) the marketing manager, (2) the production
manager, and (3) the human resource manager of foreign subsidiaries in a Latin American country, a Mideast
country, and a European country. If a manager were to be transferred from one subsidiary to another, what
changes would need to be made in the way that manager handled the work? This is an issue faced by people
who are transferred every few years to a different culture or country.
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Session 1B
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Faculty Evening Session 3A
Learning Objectives
1. Explain the risk of product liability legal actions.
2. Discuss the complexity of the legal forces that confront international business.
3. Recognize why many economists believe that unrestricted free trade between nations will raise the
economic welfare of all countries that participate in a free trade system.
4. Appraise the need and methods to protect your intellectual property.
5. Understand the important implications that international trade theory holds for business practice.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 7, 8, 9
Individual Assignments
Facilitate a review of individual and team homework/questions. Ensure all questions are answered before
moving to the next topic. It’s critical that students understand these concepts before introducing and discussing
new subjects.
The students are assigned to write five hundred words on the strengths and weakness of the World Trade
Organization. Submit in D2L drop box. Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapter eight page 307 regarding
enlargement of the European Union (EU). Use all the resources in the case: globalEDGE Resource Desk
http://globalEDGE.msu.edu/resourcedesk to complete the exercise and answer the question. : Were you
surprised by any countries? Why ( or why not) ?
Instructor Note: The websites change form time to time. I suggest checking the link access before class.
Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after class 3A.
In Class Assignments/Assessment
1. The instructor will facilitate a quiz for chapters 4, 5, 6. Instructors may use questions from the GeringerMinor-McNett Text textbook, global issues or from the companion test-bank.. (Ten questions are suggested
for the quiz.)
2. Be prepared to participate in the discussion regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 7, 8, 9:
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Faculty Evening Session 3B
Learning Objectives
1.
2.
3.
4.
Discuss the influence of currency exchange controls on international business.
Understand what is meant by spot exchange rates.
Recognize the role that forward exchange rates play in insuring against foreign exchange risk.
Appraise the different theories explaining how currency exchange rates are determined and their relative
merits.
5. Explain the impact of fluctuating currency values.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 7, 8 ,9
Individual Discussion Assignments
1. Begin by viewing the Multimedia Presentation which gives you a comprehensive overview of the WTO
and the WTO website. Multimedia Presentation: http://events.streamlogics.com/wto/2004/index.html
2. Instructor Note: The websites change from time to time. I suggest checking the link.
3. Select one of the various topics covered by the WTO, such as anti-dumping, TRIPS, etc. any topic of
interest to you and give the class a real life example of that topic in 3-4 paragraphs.
4. Respond and/ answer these questions as a foundation for the discussion . Please make your initial post
by midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week. Review the
definitions provided by your classmates and critique. Post your question by mid week so other students
may have a chance to respond. Reply to two other students posted discussion questions.
Team Discussion Assignment-Global Business Project
The instructor will assign 1 page short written response on the functions of the International Monetary System
and students will submit in D2L Team Drop Box
Written Assignment-Examine Foreign Exchange and Fluctuating Currency Values in BRIC countries
Submit a 2 page paper that answers the debate question on page 138 in the Geringer text. The assignment is
due by the end of week 4. Post your response in the D2L pull down box..
Study Group Assignments
1. The following suggested activity can be found in the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual and
Chapter Eight. Research two countries that have very different inflation rates and attempt to explain the
reasons. For a stark example, one of them could be Brazil.
2. Question : How has China benefitted from free trade and globalization? What did the end of the quota
system mean for the country?
3. Be sure to monitor the online sessions to ensure students are fully participating in discussions. .
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Session 1B
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Faculty Evening Session 4A
Learning Objective
1. List the types of information an international company needs to have reported to it by its units around the
world.
2. Discuss how an international company can maintain control of a joint venture or of a company in which the
IC owns less than 50 percent of the voting stock.
3. Explain international strategy, competencies, and international competitive advantage.
4. Describe the steps in the global strategic planning process.
5. Explain the range of policy instruments that governments use to influence FDI.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Required Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 10,11,12
Optional Additional Readings and Sources of Information
Top 25 Countries for Overseas Investments
http://images.businessweek.com/ss/10/03/0305_top_overseas_investments_countries/1.htm
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to time. I suggest checking the links.
Individual Assignments
Facilitate a review of individual and team homework/questions from chapters 9, 10, and 11. Ensure all
questions are answered before moving to the next topic. It’s critical that students understand these concepts
before introducing and discussing new subjects.
Assign students to write a 1-2 page short essay examining two developing organizational forms, the virtual
corporation and the horizontal corporation. The students can use a S.W.O.T analysis to facilitate this
exercise. Submit response in D2L drop box.
Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after class 1A.
In Class Assignments/Assessment
1. The instructor will facilitate a quiz for chapters 7, 8, 9. (Instructors may use question from the GeringerMinor-McNett Text textbook, or from the companion test-bank. Ten questions are suggested for the
quiz.)
2. Be prepared to participate in the discussion regarding Geringer text Chap 10, 11, 12 pages:174, 194,
210.
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International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Evening Session 4B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
Discuss environmental analysis and two types of market screening.
Discuss the value to businesspeople of trade missions and trade fairs.
Explain market indicators and market factors.
Explain the history, current scope, and future prospects of the world's most important regional economic
agreements.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 10, 11, 12
Individual Discussion Assignments
1. Chapter 12 introduces a screening process to assist in the analysis and assessment of foreign markets
based on the environmental forces impacting IB. The process reviews the forces in succession and
involves the elimination of countries or markets at each step that do not offer acceptable ROI potential or
the opportunity for a firm to exploit its competitive advantage in that market. Respond and/ answer these
question as a foundation for the discussion.
A. What are the four primary dimensions that need to be considered when designing the structure of an
international company and why are they important?
B. What is organizational design and why is it an important topic for managers of international companies to
understand?
Please make your initial post by midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the
week. Review the definitions provided by your classmates and critique. Post your question by mid week so
other students may have a chance to respond. Reply to two other students posted discussion questions.
Team checklist on global investing for organizations.
Provide a check list on how your team plans to use the concepts above in your project. Write a 1 page
description to complete this exercise. Post your team response in the D2L pull down box.
Study Group Assignments
1. This is an opportunity to ask a fundamental global question for class participation and cognitive exercise.
2. Question: Ask students to select a country and a product they wish to export to it. Have them report on the
sources of information available to enable them to decide if the market is worth entering.
3. Be sure to monitor the online format to ensure students are fully participating in discussions.
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Session 1B
International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Evening Session 5A
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Explain the pros and cons of being a “market pioneer” versus being a “fast follower.”
Identify two forms of piracy, and discuss how they both help and harm firms doing international business.
Discuss why firms export and the three challenges of exporting.
Identify two forms of piracy, and discuss how they both help and harm firms doing international business.
Discuss why firms export and the three challenges of exporting.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Required Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapter 13, 14
Optional Additional Readings and Sources of Information
The U.S. Dollar Rally: What Investors Should Be Watching
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/jan2010/pi20100120_622348.htm
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to time. I suggest checking the links frequently.
Individual Assignments
1. Facilitate a review of individual and team homework/questions from previous chapters. Ensure all
questions are answered before moving to the next topic. It’s critical that students understand these
concepts before introducing and discussing new subjects Assign the students to write a 1 page short essay
response to the following question: What are the drawbacks of indirect exporting?
2. Submit in D2L drop box. Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after
class 5A.
In Class Assignments/Assessment
1. The instructor will facilitate a quiz for chapters 10,11,12. Instructors may use questions from the Geringer
Minor-McNett Text textbook, global issues or from the companion test-bank.. (Ten questions are suggested
for the quiz.)
2. Be prepared to participate in the discussion regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 13, 14,
Discussion Questions page 222 and 238.
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Faculty Evening Session 5B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
Describe the historical development of the modern global monetary system.
Explain the role played by the World Bank and the IMF in the international monetary system.
Compare and contrast the differences between a fixed and a floating exchange rate system.
Identify the exchange rate regimes that are used in the world today, and why countries adopt different
exchange rate regimes.
5. Understand the debate surrounding the role of the IMF in the management of financial crises.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett text Chapter13, 14
Team Discussion Assignment
1. Write a 1-2 page short essay summary to the following statement:
2. Identify the appealing factors of online advertising in the international sphere, as discussed in the Geringer
text.
3.
Submit in D2L drop box
Individual Discussion Assignment
1. Suggestion, visit the IMF website (http://www.imf.org/external/index.htm) critique and explore the interworkings of the organization and select a topic of interest to you. Describe your findings from the website in
3-4 paragraphs for your classmates. Why is this organization important? Can you detect an Europe or USA
marketing influence? Why is the developing world concerned?
2. Respond and/ answer these questions as a foundation for the discussion . Please make your initial post by
midweek and respond to at least two other students' post by the end of the week..
Study Group Assignments
1. The following suggested activity can be found in the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual and
Discussion of the case can revolve around the following question.
2. Question: Why do industrial products or services generally require less modification for international sales
than do consumer products?
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Session 1B
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Faculty Evening Session 6A
Learning Objectives
Discuss the importance of creating a company “global mind-set.”
1. Compare home country, host country, and third country nationals as international company executives.
2. Explain what an expatriate is, and some of the challenges and opportunities of an expat position.
3. Discuss the increasing importance of accommodating the trailing spouse of an expatriate executive.
4. Identify some of the complications of compensation packages for expatriate executives.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Required Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapter 15-16-17
Optional Additional Readings and Sources of Information
1. Global Trends 2025: A transformed World US Director of National Intelligence 2008, www.dni.gov
2. Why Leadership Teams Must Be Global
http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/feb2010/gb2010028_949458.htm
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to time. I suggest checking the link access before class.
Individual Assignments
Facilitate a review of individual and team homework/questions from chapters 13, and 14. Ensure all questions are
answered before moving to the next topic. It’s critical that students understand these concepts before introducing
and discussing new subjects Write a 1-2 paragraph short essay response and submit in D2L drop box.
Study Group Assignments: Individual and team questions are assigned after class 6A.
In Class Assignments/Assessment
1. Be prepared to participate in the discussion regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 15-17.
2. Final group project due
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Session 1A
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Faculty Evening Session 6B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
Identify some of the complications of compensation packages for expatriate executives.
Explain what an expatriate is, and some of the challenges and opportunities of an expat position.
Identify the major international accounting issues that international firms face
Categorize foreign exchange risks faced by the international firm into transaction exposure, translation
exposure, and economic exposure.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapter 15-17
Individual Discussion Assignments – Written Assignment-Strategy Decision
1. WalMart started its international expansion in 1991 opening a store in Mexico and has 4,343 stores and more
than 700,000 associates in 15 countries outside the continental U.S at the end of 2010 . Suggestion source
the company website (http://walmartstores.com). Use your information to discuss WalMart's entry strategy
in different countries, their successes and their failures.
2. Respond and/ answer these questions as a foundation for the discussion . Please make your initial post by
midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week. Question: How is
WalMart's strategy perceived in the international business world?
Team Assignment
1. For your project you will need to include sections on the following in relation to your country, business or
industry, or management process:
• Strategy for Global Expansion
• Entry Mode
• Import and Export Strategy and Financing
Team Discussion Assignment – GBP Team Paper
1. Please submit your team's completed Global Business Project paper to your Team Drop Box. In D2L
2. Question: What are the concerns conducting business in a foreign currency raises from an accounting
perspective?
3.
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