Module Code: H7GBE
Long Title Global Business Environment
Title Global Business Environment
Module Level: LEVEL 7
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: Danielle Mc cartan-Quinn
Module Author: FABIAN ARMENDARIZ- CORDOVA
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Interpret classic international trade theories and contemporary International Business theories to examine the current globalised context.
LO2 Analyse the main implications of globalisation on countries, companies and consumers, including future developments around technology and AI.
LO3 Recognise the role of international organisations and institutions in the global, and regional, business environment.
LO4 Differentiate the scope of global integration across nations and regional trade blocs.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements

As per programme requirements (outlined in 4.2.2 Minimum requirements for general learning)
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
International Trade Theory in a historical context.
Adam Smith’s absolute advantage. David Ricardo's comparative advantage. Theory of factor proportions. Leontief Paradox.
The Internationalisation of the firm.
Overlapping Product Ranges Theory. Product Cycle Theory. Imperfect Markets and Strategic Trade.
Globalisation and the international business environment.
Globalisation as the macroenvironmental context of International Business. Patterns and trends in global phenomena. International Institutions. International Trade and Foreign Direct Investment. Eclectic theory. Ownership specific advantage. Location specific advantage. Internalisation.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Practical % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,3
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
For the purpose of continuous feedback, and to promote engagement with the course content, a number of short assignments based on in-class/on-line activities are set throughout the term. This could include quizzes, on-line collaborative work, on-line research, infographic/poster design, map 1,3 50 annotation, short presentations, etc. Students will be marked and feedback will be provided for each such activity.
Assessment Type: Essay % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
The purpose of these assignments is that students analyse a real life situation of a given organisation (case study) in terms of the international context surrounding it. Students must review, critically analyse and synthesise at least all the readings suggested in the reading list. Ideally, students should go beyond such reading list and source complementary materials. Students must ensure that their arguments integrate the theoretical framework from the readings and lectures with the evidence from the case study. They should source additional up-to-date secondary data about the company and/or the event in question, where possible, to support the analysis.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom and demonstrations 24 Per Semester 2.00
Tutorial Mentoring and small-group tutoring 12 Per Semester 1.00
Independent Learning Independent learning 89 Per Semester 7.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Mike W. Peng and Klaus E. Meyer.. International business, ; Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 9781408019566].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Michael R. Czinkota (Other Contributor). International Business, John Wiley & Sons, p.688, [ISBN: 9780470510292].
  • Stuart Wall. International Business, FT Press, p.472, [ISBN: 9780273723721].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Levitt, T. (1983), 'The globalization of markets', Harvard Business Review, 61.
  • Morgan, R.E. Katsikeas, C.S.. (1997), Theories of international trade, foreign direct investment and firm internationalization: a critique, Management Decision, 35.
Other Resources
  • [Video], TED talks, iTunes U.
Discussion Note: