MLI26C653 - International Business Strategy, Lecture, 30.10.2023-17.11.2023

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: 30.10.2023 - 17.11.2023

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Henrik Dellestrand

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    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

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FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language : English

    Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Module 4
    2022-2023 Module 9
    2023-2024 Module 4
    2023-2024 Module 9

    Enrollment :

    The course is targeted only for the Mikkeli Campus students.

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