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MGZ5966 · International business theory and practice
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 5Department of Management
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
Management implications of major internationalisation theories; the planning requirements in going international and management issues that arise in an international setting.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Suzhou (SEU) | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Demonstration | Demonstration | 30% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Exercise | Exercise | 10% | — |
| 3 | 3 - Presentation | Presentation | 20% | — |
| 4 | 4 - Written | Written | 40% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
prohibitions
- MGM5966 — International business theory and practice
Learning outcomes
- define the concept of international business from a multi-disciplinary perspective
- explain the diversity and complexity of the international business environment
- provide a historical overview of the evolution of the international business phenomenon
- discuss the economics and politics of international business transactions
- analyse the concept of globalisation and its impact on businesses worldwide
- describe the firm internationalisation process
- examine the economic, social and political implications of multinational corporate activities
- extend awareness of global issues based on current affairs and their implications for international business.
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.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Seminars | 36 hours |
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