International Business
IB301 International Business Management (3 credits)
This course provides the student with a working knowledge
of the complexities and opportunities of doing business
across national boundaries. Topics include international
trade theory, foreign direct investment, foreign exchange
rates, diplomacy, forms of business entities, control, marketing,
and human resource management. Students will also study
the unique cultural customs and traditions that affect the
business environment. PR: (MN105 or SM105 or FA101 or HA102)
& (SS102 or SS103).
IB305 International Marketing (3 credits)
In this course students will examine the unique characteristics of marketing
in an international environment. Emphasis will be placed on managing a marketing
strategy (price, distribution, product, and promotion) across national
boundaries. Students will devise marketing strategies that are effective and
tolerant of cultural diversity. PR: MK105 & IB301.
IB315 International Business Law (3 credits)
This course gives the student exposure to the various sources
and concepts of international business law. The course will
focus on the internal law of countries considered to be
significant international business players as they affect
American businesses. The development, interpretation, and
enforcement of international treaties and the guidelines
from various economic and international business development
organizations affecting business will be discussed. The
role and jurisdiction of international tribunals will also
be studied. PR: MN200.
IB405 Comparative International Management (3 credits)
This course is an overview of planning, organizing, motivating,
and controlling in an international environment. Students
will study different managerial styles and customs, and
will gain a greater understanding and tolerance for cultural
diversity. The evolution of management thought and practices
is discussed with emphasis on specific cultural forces affecting
its development. PR: IB301.
IB407 International Negotiation Practicum
(3 credits)
Students will learn the basics of negotiation, compare and contrast various
theories, and study the tactics and practices of negotiation in general.
Students will also compare and contrast negotiation styles used in various
countries and cultures and assimilate international business practices with
international negotiating styles. Various negotiation theories will be applied
to practical situations and students will learn to perfect their own negotiation
skills and gain confidence through practice. PR: IB301.
IB410 International Business Policy (3 credits)
This course is an analysis of the strategic and operational
issues that arise from the international nature of multinational
corporations’ activities. Issues covered include alternative
internationalization strategies, interaction between firms
and governments, dealing with global competitors, and staffing
and organizational implications of cross-border operations.
PR: IB301 & senior status.
IB495 Seminar in Managing in an International Business Environment (3
credits)
The focus of this course is on the strategies that an internationally
oriented firm employs in the effort to become competitive.
Establishing relationships with foreign governments, the
local labor force, banking systems, legal framework, and
cultural differences will be examined. As this is a seminar
course, students will be required to complete independent
research projects and present their research to the seminar.
PR: IB301 & junior status.
IB498 International Business Bachelor
Thesis (3 credits)
As an alternative to completing an internship, during the
senior year students may elect to write a research paper
on an approved topic. The paper will focus on a current
international business issue and involve significant research.
Students must submit a written report to the faculty mentor,
who provides guidance throughout the project. PR: senior
status & Dean's approval.
IB499 International Business Management Internship (3 credits)
This supervised internship allows the student an opportunity
to apply concepts learned in the classroom in a professional
management environment. Students must complete a minimum
of 150 hours with the placement, consult with the faculty
coordinator at designated times throughout the internship,
and complete a final written project. PR: senior status
& approved Internship Petition.
PR = prerequisite(s)
