International

International Business

Course: Bus 346

Simon Fraser University

Faculty of Business Administration

Spring 2011-12

Monday, 9:30 am - 12:20 pm

AQ 5016

LECTUER: Dr Grace O.M. LEE

E-mail: grace_lee_7@sfu.ca

Office: WMC 4369

Office Hours: Monday 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm (by appointment)

TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER: Lin CHEN

E-mail: linc@sfu.ca

Office: WMC 2361

telephone: 778 898 1999

Office Hours: Monday 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Course Overview:

This course is designed to introduce students to the area of international business with a special focus on managerial implications. It starts with globalization and continues with an exploration of the country differences in terms of political economies and culture. Then it will introduce the international trade theories and identify the national competitive advantages. Last, it will examine the impact of the dynamic environment of global business on the structure and human resource management of international business.

The course will employ a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, videos and projects to deepen your understanding of the subject. Although the activities will vary, the objective will always be the same: to improve your understanding of international business and its implications on management.

textbook: Charles W.L. Hill, International Business, Irwin McGraw Hill

ISBN: 978-0-078-13719-8

Course website: http://beedie.sfu.ca/courses/bus346-d2

Grading structure:

❖ Class attendance and participation 10%

❖ Quiz* [2-hr; multiple choice] 20%

❖ Mid-term exam* [2-hr; multiple choice + essay(s)/case study] 30%

❖ Team research project (group assessment) 40%

❖ 20% -- Presentation

❖ 20% -- Paper

*Must use pencil. Bring eraser. Bring student ID. If you are unable to write the quiz or exam as scheduled because of illness, you must provide a Health Care Provider...