11 courses with the subject IBS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
IBS 1400Introduction to International Business3
The course will explain business and management concepts from an international perspective. It will focus on the social, cultural, political, legal and economic environments that influence international business operations. The course will look at international trade theories, the evolution of regional economic integration arrangements, foreign direct investment, international business ethics, governmental intervention in international trade and the importance of the foreign currency exchange market. Coursework will include special research projects for class presentation and discussion. PREREQUISITE: None
The course provides the student with an understanding of the many cultures that make up the world we now live in. Today's world is a global world made up of people with diverse cultural backgrounds. It is important to recognize cultural sensitivities that exist in every society. Cross- cultural awareness and understanding are critical to meaningful relationships and for success in every walk of life. The course will look at culture, verbal and non-verbal communications, religion and roles of women and will include a survey of geographical regions such as North America, Latin America, Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa. Emphasis will be placed on the contemporary issues found in today's international environment. PREREQUISITE: None
The course provides an analysis of economic relationships among countries, including studies of the balance of payments, the international monetary system, governmental adjustment policies, the theory of international trade and international financial markets. The course will look at international economics from both a micro-and macro-economic perspective. The course includes research work into recent international economic issues and crises.
IBS1400, ECO1401 or ECO1402, or permission of the instructor.
IBS 3410International Marketing3
The course will provide the student with an understanding of the pertinent issues in international marketing. The course will explain the international environment (cultural, political and legal) and the influence it has on marketing goods and services in the global marketplace. The course will look at global marketing strategies; the need for creating global products to meet consumers' tastes and preferences; pricing strategies for global marketing; global advertising and other promotional strategies; international distribution systems; and assessing global market opportunities. Coursework will include special research projects and/or case studies for class presentation and discussion. PREREQUISITES: IBS1400, MKT1450 or permission of the instructor.
The course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, concepts and practices involved in the management of the export and import operations of a multinational enterprise. The course will enable the student to develop an in-depth understanding of the mechanics involved in exporting and importing. The course will concentrate on export/import laws and 258
IBS 3820Global Supply Chain Management and International Negotiation3
This course is divided into two major topics. The first topic will address global logistics and supply chain management. Areas of interest will include international transportation modes, inventory control, packaging, storage, special trade outsourcing, logistics security, internet utilization and the environment. Emphasis will be placed on the future challenges in managing global logistics and the supply chain. The second topic will address the principles and concepts involved in negotiating internationally. Areas of interest will include the stages of negotiations, cultural differences, development of business negotiation plans and contract writing based on negotiation results. The course will include a business negotiations simulation between a U.S. company and a foreign company. PREREQUISITE: IBS1400 or permission of the instructor.
IBS 4430International Organization and Administration3
This course provides an analysis of various models of international operations by focusing on the typical structures of doing business on a worldwide basis. Using the case study approach, students will look at the operational issues/problems faced by multinational enterprises. The course will also include a research project on how multinational enterprises organize and operate internationally. Open to juniors and seniors. PREREQUISITE: IBS1400 or permission of the instructor.
This is an advanced course designed to give the student the opportunity to do independent research work on specific international business topics, global regions or countries. Examples of topics can include: doing business in Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa, or the Middle East, big emerging markets (BEM); and impact of U. S. laws on international business. PREREQUISITE: Senior status or permission of the instructor. 259
This course is an introduction to the international business environment and how it affects multi- national corporations. Topics include investigation of marketing techniques and programs as developed and implemented on an international scale, evaluation of international marketing strategies, special goals and decision-making processes that are part of marketing internationally, examination of policies and strategies of international finance, analyzing those problems confronting multi-nationals, balance of payments, foreign exchange market and risk, cash flow operations and evaluations of international economic problems and policies. PREREQUISITE:
