Study Guide

Objective

The overall aim of the study unit is to increase the students' awareness of the content and significance of international business. The students learn to understand the concept of planning, implementation and evaluation of international operations.

Content

The significance of internationalisation
The international environment
Gathering international market information
The strategic planning of international operations
Alternatives for internationalisation
Export planning
Implementation and evaluation of international business

Materials

Will be informed when the course begins.

Teaching methods

Lectures, case-learning, group-discussions, assignments during the lectures as well as homework.

Exam schedules

Exam at the end of the course.
The students have two re-exams and those dates will be informed later.

International connections

Lectures, group works and discussions, Potential Company visits and/or visiting lecturers.

Student workload

Team works, individual assignments.

Content scheduling

* The significance of internationalisation
* The international environment
* Gathering international market information
* The strategic planning of international operations
* Alternatives for internationalisation
* Export planning
* Implementation and evaluation of international business

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Succesful completion of assignments and written examination. Active participation and assignments returned in time. Grade 0-5.