BEX3728 - Engaging with international business

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Overview

This unit requires you to examine a broad range of social, cultural, legal and political issues that can impact on the strategy and operations of businesses operating in a global business environment. Through the use of readings, case studies, and an analysis of current events, you are confronted with some specific challenges of doing business in a global context. This unit focuses on developing skills, addressing various global issues and how they affect business, as well as aspects of global citizenship, cultural sensitivity and effective teamwork.

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Notes

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

recognise issues affecting businesses operating in a global context

develop and present strategic responses to specific issues affecting businesses operating in a global context with due consideration to sustainable, responsible and ethical business practices

acquire team skills including team leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, decision-making, communication and presentation skills

develop reflective practice skills in relation to individual learning.

Assessment

1 - Within semester assessment

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Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average six/eight hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.