Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to: 1) conduct industry and country analyses, 2) evaluate company strengths, weaknesses, and competitive capabilities in an international context, 3) recognize strategic patterns of multinational firms, 4) determine the most appropriate entry mode for a firm in an international context, and 5) discuss the challenges and opportunities of operating in emerging markets.
Credits: 6
Schedule: 02.11.2020 - 20.11.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Joan Lofgren
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Andrew Bradly
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course focuses on the strategic management issues faced by firms that compete in the global environment. Topics include country competitive advantages, industry structures, firm competencies in an international context, management of entry modes, and headquarters-subsidiary relationships.
DETAILS
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
none
- Teacher: Bradly Andrew