Course Syllabus

JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

COURSE CODE: "MGT 426-2"
COURSE NAME: "International Management"
SEMESTER & YEAR: Fall 2023

SYLLABUS

INSTRUCTOR: Maria Jell Ojobor
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS: TTH 8:30 AM 9:45 AM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS: 45
CREDITS: 3
PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: MGT 301
OFFICE HOURS:

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course focuses on opportunities and challenges for management practices created by globalization and internationalization strategies. The emphasis in this course is on understanding and applying one’s knowledge of different national cultures as an aid to improved management of human resources, enhanced cross border trade, and relocation of business activities to different countries, as well as on “melding” of different cultures in multinationals, and on companies which are involved in joint ventures, mergers, take-overs, and international collaborative projects.

SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:

The course familiarizes students with comprehensive theoretical perspectives of cross-cultural management by exploring the influence of culture on management and organizational behavior. The course is concerned with the different management and strategy concepts and their applications to both the multinational corporation (MNC) and smaller entrepreneurial firms, both foreign entrants and domestic firms, and both firms from developed and emerging economies.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Developing an in-depth understanding of the role of culture and the main theories and models to analyse cultural differences

Exploring of cross-cultural issues and challenges that global organizations encounter

Understanding socially responsible management actions in an international context

Developing the ability to manage, communicate, negotiate in a multicultural environment

TEXTBOOK:

Book Title	Author	Publisher	ISBN number	Library Call Number	Comments	Format	Local Bookstore	Online Purchase
Global Strategic Management	Peng, M.	South-Western College Pub	9781133953265
Cross-Cultural Management. Essential Concepts	David C. Thomas; Mark F. Peterson	SAGE Publications, Inc; 4. Edition	978-1506340708

REQUIRED RESERVED READING:

NONE

RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:

NONE

GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:

Assignment	Guidelines	Weight
Class participation	ONE – 15%: Students present (15 min.) and discuss one (1) case study in class. Power point presentation slides must be uploaded 2 days before the presentation date. TWO – 15%: Each student participates in oral and written discussions and/or group presentations. Students must summarize and upload their arguments on Moodle on the day of contribution/class. Late uploads will not be considered for evaluation.	30%
Group project	Group project: 40% Groups of students (3-4) critically analyze business scenario during the semester and present (25 min) it in class. Power point presentation slides must be uploaded two (2) days before the presentation date. Only one group member should upload the presentation slides. All group members need to present. Final project group presentation is a requirement to pass the course.	40%
Midterm and final exam	Students take a midterm and a final exam that test their knowledge and understanding of concepts discussed in the class. You will be assessed on your ability to apply the tools/concepts/frameworks discussed in class. You will find that a sound understanding of the textbook material and case studies, your application of the concepts, and your classroom participation will greatly assist you in taking the exam. The exams may consist of a variety of questions including true or false, multiple choice and open questions.	30%

-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required for the course.
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.

-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS AND EXAMINATION POLICY
You cannot make-up a major exam (midterm or final) without the permission of the Dean’s Office. The Dean’s Office will grant such permission only when the absence was caused by a serious impediment, such as a documented illness, hospitalization or death in the immediate family (in which you must attend the funeral) or other situations of similar gravity. Absences due to other meaningful conflicts, such as job interviews, family celebrations, travel difficulties, student misunderstandings or personal convenience, will not be excused. Students who will be absent from a major exam must notify the Dean’s Office prior to that exam. Absences from class due to the observance of a religious holiday will normally be excused. Individual students who will have to miss class to observe a religious holiday should notify the instructor by the end of the Add/Drop period to make prior arrangements for making up any work that will be missed. The final exam period runs until ____________

ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred. In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment, may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation to the President, who will make the final decision.

STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap. Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.

SCHEDULE

Introduction to the global business environment and cross-cultural management

Industry competition and strategic management

Describing culture: definitions, features and functions

Exploring cultural dimensions in the business context

Individual bases for cross cultural interaction

Developing intercultural competence

Communicating in and between cultures

Negotiating internationally and conflict resolution across culture

Leadership and competitiveness in a global context

Institutions, culture and ethics in a global environment

Corporate social responsibility in global business

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL BE ATTENDING TWO GUEST SPEAKER EVENTS ON THE JCU CAMPUS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023 AT 11 A.M. AND ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023 AT 11 A.M.
INSTEAD, THE REGULAR COURSES ON OCTOBER 31, 2023 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2023 ARE CANCELLED.

ATTENDING THE GUEST LECTURE EVENTS IS MANDATORY AND A PREREQUISITE FOR SUCCESSFUL PARTICIPATION IN THE GROUP PROJECT. FAILURE TO ATTEND AFFECTS THE INDIVIDUAL PART OF YOUR GRADE OF THE GROUP WORK.