MGM5310 · International management

Overview

This unit is designed to equip you with critical insights and practical skills in international management, preparing you for successful careers in a globally interconnected business environment. Throughout the duration, you will engage with key concepts, techniques, and tools essential to navigating an international workplace, including cultural sensitivity, global strategy development, cross-border negotiation, and international human resource management. Through a blend of curated videos, academic and news articles, and case studies, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of how global businesses operate and how management practices vary across cultures. By the end of the unit, you will have achieved a deep appreciation for the complexities of international business, enabling you to effectively manage and lead across borders. Ideal for students aiming for careers in multinational corporations or those seeking to enhance their global business acumen, this unit offers an in-depth exploration of international management, fostering both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. You will leave with the skills necessary to tackle the challenges and leverage the opportunities in the international business landscape.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. analyse the impact of culture, institutions, and other environmental influences on management within multinational enterprises
2. critically evaluate the communication challenges faced by international managers and propose effective solutions to address them
3. assess the impact of cultural and other forms of diversity on managing multicultural teams in varied settings
4. develop a global mindset by demonstrating adaptability, cultural awareness, and strategic vision in managing and making decisions in international contexts.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 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. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.