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Addresses the educational
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Enhances scholarship,
leadership skills, social
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life-long learning.
Provides high-quality, easily
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Enables adults to earn
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about Moser College
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hallmarks of a Benedictine education
student expectations
attendance policy
financial aid
submission of work
library resources
services for students with disabilities
Academic Honesty Policy
APA formatting and style
netiquette
course overview
required textbooks
grading scale
IDEA objectives
IDEA description
learning outcomes
course schedule
Moser College Mission
Statement: Moser College
embodies the values of respect,
excellence, collaboration, and
professionalism. We are
committed to delivering
innovative and dynamic
programs designed for adult
students who are dedicated to
enhancing their professional,
local, and global communities.
Moser College Vision
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premier university colleges in
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About Moser College
The Moser College of Adult & Professional Studies delivers its curricular
programs in a specifically designed structure deliberately oriented for working,
adult learners. The Moser College is committed to providing a learning
environment which extends beyond the classroom and is designed specifically
to meet the needs of its students and their employers by bringing a quality
educational experience without requiring the student to relocate or travel
extensively beyond their home area. Benedictine University's Moser College of
Adult & Professional Studies is fully accredited by the Higher Learning
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About Blended Learning
Blended learning is the integration of different learning environments: mainly the
online format with the face-to-face format, but may also include mobile learning.
Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, relies on both the advantages
of digital/technology innovation and the methods of face-to-face instruction. At
Moser College, we use blended learning by combining asynchronous online
classroom sessions with a face-to-face classroom environment.
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The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education
A Benedictine Education
Based on the Rules of Saint Benedict, a Benedictine
Education is based on the Benedictine Wisdom
Tradition that sets as its goals the transformation of the
Human mind AND Heart and has at its foundation “The
Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education”.
The Ten Hallmarks
Each academic year Moser College will be celebrating
two of the Hallmarks. This academic year 2011-2012,
the Hallmarks Stability and Stewardship have been
chosen. The ten hallmarks are:
1. Love of Christ and Neighbor
2. Prayer: a Life marked by liturgy, lection and
Mindfulness
3. Stability: commitment to the daily life of this place,
its heritage and tradition
4. Conversatio: the way of formation and
transformation
5. Obedience: a commitment to listening and
consequent action
6. Discipline: a way toward learning and freedom
7. Humility: knowledge of self in relation to God,
others and creation
8. Stewardship: responsible use of creation, culture
and the arts
9. Hospitality: openness to others
10. Community: call to serve the common good
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Student Expectations
Expectations of Students
In order to get the maximum use of the time available, it is expected that you
will:
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Read the material to be covered in the class and complete required
assignments prior to attending the class/session;
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Arrive/login to class/session prepared to participate actively;
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Be prepared to actively participate in the collaborative activities of each
class/session; and
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Always feel free to seek additional help from the instructor when the need
arises.
Attendance Policy
Students may not miss more than 25% of the live classroom sessions. Doing so
will result in an F for the course.
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Submission of Work
All assignments are to be submitted into Desire 2 Learn (D2L) unless otherwise noted by instructor.
Assignments must be submitted by due date. Any assigned work submitted late for any unexcused
reason will receive a lowered grade. Please refer to your instructor’s late work policy located in D2L.
In the event that you miss an examination for due cause, arrangements must be made with the
instructor for a make-up examination. Important criteria concerning the submission of work:
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Make-up examinations may differ from the original class examination.
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Per University policy, assignments cannot be accepted by an instructor after the last day of the course.
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Only discussions threads posted by 11:59 pm CST on the due date will count for grading purposes.
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Financial Aid Information
Applying for Financial Aid
A college education is one of the largest financial investments a family will make. We believe that an education
from Benedictine University will provide valuable returns throughout a student's lifetime. The Office of Financial
Aid is dedicated to helping students and their families make a Benedictine University education affordable. We
view the process of financing an education as a partnership. Although the student and his/her family have primary
responsibility for meeting college costs, Benedictine University, as well as the federal and state governments have
a variety of financial aid programs available to students who need financial assistance.
Types of Financial Aid
Benedictine University's Office of Financial Aid administers a variety of federal, state
and institutional programs of student financial assistance. All financial aid recipients
must maintain satisfactory academic progress in accordance with the published,
"Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for Financial Aid Recipients.“
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After completing the financial aid application process, the student will receive a
financial aid award notification letter. The award letter will include the
program(s) that the student is eligible to receive and the award amount(s).
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Grants/Scholarships - Grants and scholarships are considered to be gift
assistance. This means the awards do not have to be repaid.
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Loans - Loans are considered to be a form of self-help assistance. Loan programs
provide funds for educational purposes and are paid back with interest.
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Employment - Part-time jobs on campus are available to students through the
University and Federal Work-Study program. Students working on campus
receive a bi-weekly paycheck.
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Applying for Financial Aid – All students applying for financial aid are asked to
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
The FAFSA is required for all federal, state (Illinois residents) and Benedictine University need-based assistance.
It should be completed as soon as possible after January 1st. Applying online with FAFSA on the Web at
www.fafsa.gov is faster and easier than using a paper FAFSA. Have your completed U.S. Federal Income Tax
returns readily available when completing the FAFSA. Include Benedictine University's school code:
001767 so the results of your FAFSA application will automatically be sent to our financial aid office. Sign you
FAFSA with a Federal Student Aid PIN. Apply for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are providing parent
information, one parent must also sign you FAFSA.
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About Netiquette
What is Netiquette?
"Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices which help to make the online
experiences pleasant for all involved. As you might expect, netiquette, like other forms of etiquette, is about
courtesy, manners, codes of behavior, protocols and respect. Netiquette primarily focuses on how we interact with
one another online, by being aware of: our use of language, others’ cultural background, conventional norms, and
other behaviors. Below you will find guidelines concerning the basics of online interaction. If it isn’t something you
would say or do in the face-to-face classroom, it is probably inappropriate in the online class as well.
Netiquette Basics
1. Follow the Golden Rule (“One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself”)
2. Be ethical, fair, tolerant and mindful of others – avoid stereotyping, judgment and prejudice
3. Know the boundaries of particular cyberspaces – what is acceptable in a text or chatroom with friends may
not be appropriate in a classroom or in an online conversation with an instructor
4. Respect the time of others by: 1) using descriptive subject lines, 2) resizing images for the web, 3) providing
links instead of copying and pasting content, 5) using white space by inserting blank lines between paragraphs
and headers and 6) limiting your use of attachments
5. Copy the minimum number of people – it is tempting to send “email” or “message blasts” because it is easier
for the poster, but it is not easier for the reader
Inappropriate Online Usage
1. Avoid “flaming” – flaming is sending offensive, insulting or criticizing messages. This happens more often
online then in face-to-face interaction, because there is an illusion of anonymity.
2. Flaming is neither productive nor appropriate for the learning environment
3. Always avoid flaming when it comes to content and opinions, but also avoid it when it comes to grammar,
punctuation and spelling corrections
4. Avoid using CAPS if possible and never type messages in ALL CAPS – this is considered yelling and is often
seen as a form of aggression
5. Use emoticons ( :) , :( , :-) ) sparingly and avoid the use of JK, BRB, LOL and other text language
Confidentiality and Privacy
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Email, messaging and posting are forms of written record and are just as permanent as a letter or document
Do not publicize your own or others’ personal information (such as email, phone numbers, last names etc.)
Respect copyright and cite any and all sources
Do not expect that your communications are private, instead assume all communications are public
For more information please review Netiquette by Virginia Shea
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Resources for Success
Benedictine’s Library Resources
Benedictine University Libraries strive to provide the resources for all of your academic and research
needs. Providing access to over 120 databases, 200,000 books and eBooks, and helpful librarians 7
days a week, we are here to assist you in person and online.
The primary mission of the Benedictine University Library is to provide library resources and services
that support the Benedictine University community and meet its academic and research needs. To
support our mission, the Library has made provisions for all students to gain access to important
academic resources through the Benedictine Library Website. As you begin your academic journey
please take note of these key concepts that will affect that access:
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Entry into academic databases and most Library resources must be made through the Benedictine
Library Website at www.ben.edu/library
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Within one week of your official enrollment your patron information will be automatically entered
into the library system, where once entered, you will be able to check out books and access
databases
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When off-campus you will be prompted by authentication software (a proxy server) to provide
your Library ID number and last name to access article databases and request books. This software
proxy server confirms that you are a current Benedictine University student and thus allowed
access
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Your Library ID number is a combination of the Benedictine Library prefix 2281100 and your
seven-digit student ID number (also called your “b” number). Thus 2281100XXXXXXX is
the Library ID number with X’s being the seven digit student number. This number is prominently
located just below the barcode on your Benedictine ID card
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For further information on any aspect of Library resources and access please call or write the
Benedictine Library Reference Desk at 630-829-6057 or [email protected]. Please take note of
Library hours and staff directory located on the Library Website under About the Library and feel
free to contact us about any concern or need you might have
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University Academic Honesty Policy
The search for truth and the dissemination of knowledge are the central missions of a university.
Benedictine University pursues these missions in an environment guided by our Roman Catholic
tradition and our Benedictine Heritage. Integrity and honesty are therefore expected of all University
students. Actions such as cheating, plagiarism, collusion, fabrication, forgery, falsification,
destruction, multiple submission, solicitation, and misrepresentation are violations of these
expectations and constitute unacceptable behavior in the University community.
To access the complete Academic Honesty Policy, which includes student responsibility, responsibility
and authority of faculty, violations, reporting and communicating, responsibilities of the provost,
appeals, composition of the academic appeals board, procedures of the academic appeals board, and
records, please select the following link: www.ben.edu/ahp
APA Formatting and Style
All course assignments must use APA citation and formatting. This is a
mandatory requirement for all assignments, including discussions, if a
publication or other work is being referenced. For more information on
APA, please see the APA Style section at the website of the American
Psychological Association, linked here: www.apa.org/
APA resources for students: www.apa.org/about/students.aspx
Services for Students with Disabilities
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990
prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities by standing provision of reasonable
accommodations to make programs and activities accessible to qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability, you may be eligible for
reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, please
contact the Student Success Center, Krasa Center - 012A, 630-829-6340. All students are expected to
fulfill essential course requirements. The University will not waive any essential skill or requirement
of a course or degree program.
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Individual Development and Educational Assessment
IDEA Objectives
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Acquiring skills in working with others as a member of a team.
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Developing creative capacities (writing, inventing, designing,
performing in art, music, drama, etc.)
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Gaining a broader understanding and appreciation of intellectual/
cultural activity (music, science, literature, etc.)
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Developing skill in expressing oneself orally or in writing.
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Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or
solving problems.
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Developing a clearer understanding of, and commitment to, personal
values.
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Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and
points of view.
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Acquiring an interest in learning more by asking questions and
seeking answers.
IDEA Description
The IDEA student survey focuses on the instructor’s learning objectives for the course and on the
progress each student made toward achieving those objectives. By answering thoughtfully and
honestly, your ratings and comments will be much more helpful – to the instructor, the department
chair, and the dean of the college. As students, you should also know that student ratings and
comments have been used to help evaluate courses and to improve the educational experience at
Benedictine University. The appropriate standard of conduct with respect to student surveys is
thoughtful comments and constructive criticism – respectfully communicated.
A Focus on Learning
“The IDEA Student Ratings system looks at instruction in terms of its endgame. Rather than
emphasizing teaching style or personality, the IDEA system focuses on student learning and the
methods used to facilitate it.” – from the IDEA website: www.theideacenter.org/node/5
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Faculty Weekend Course Overview
Course Description
INTB 300 -- International Business
This course is designed to introduce students to the importance and role of international business.
Predominant themes will be culture and business opportunities. Topics include international trade,
balance of payments, multinational corporations and the functional areas of international business.
Course Materials
Required Textbook and Materials
Geringer, M. J., Minor, M. S., McNett, J. M. (2012). International Business. New York: McGraw-Hill.
ISBN-13: 978-0078029370
Suggested Course Materials
n/a
Technological Computer Requirements
Students in the Blended program will need: High-speed Internet access; a sound card and speakers;
Windows XP (minimum)/Windows 7 (recommended) or Mac OS X 10.5 or higher; and Firefox 3.6 or
higher. It is also highly recommended that students have access to a microphone or webcam for
optional audio/videoconferencing.
Discussion Forum Guidelines
The Course Grading Scale
A
=
4.00
90 - 100%
EXCELLENT
B
=
3.00
80 – 89%
GOOD
C
=
2.00
70 – 79%
SATISFACTORY
D
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1.00
60 – 69%
PASS
F
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0.00
BELOW 60%
FAIL
I
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INC
INCOMPLETE
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To receive a minimum passing grade, students must
make a post to each discussion question for that
week by day 4 of each week and respond to at least
two other postings by the end of the week. Individual
Posts are worth up to 5 points and the total
response Posts are worth up to 5 points total. Each
discussion will total up to 10 points.
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Faculty Weekend Course Outcomes Based in Bloom’s Taxonomy
Learning Outcomes
Assignments
Evaluate the strategies of establishing an international business.
Individual Essay case study
35 pts
Appraise multi-national corporation’s resource allocation.
Team Case study Exercise
20 pts
Discuss global corporate practices and analyze their impact on the world
Online Discussion Post and Response
10 pts
Formulate and Implement strategies for global operations.
In-class participation
10 pts
Compose market analysis and recommend course of action.
Individual Case Study Essay
35 pts
Develop analytical skills regarding global business issues.
Team Activity Exercise
20 pts
Evaluate companies and cultural awareness within a global context.
Online Discussion Post and Response
10 pts
Online participation
10 pts
Evaluate emerging markets value using SWOT
Individual Case Study Essay
35 pts
Identify how international relations and treaties affect business expansion.
Team Activity Exercise
20 pts
Assess the role of Trading Blocs and international policy.
Online Discussion Post and Response
10 pts
Identify and interpret GDP, HRI and other foreign country indexes
In-class participation
10 pts
Evaluate international business strategy and market analysis.
Individual Essay case study
35 pts
Compare and contrast developed and countries.
Team Activity Exercise
20 pts
Discuss cross-cultural negotiation and decision making.
Online Discussion Post and Response
10 pts
Analyze theories that explain why certain goods are traded internationally.
Online participation
10 pts
Apply global management styles.
Points
Total Points for course
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Faculty Weekend Course Schedule
Session
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Class Title
Assignments
01 A
F2F
International Business
Introduction
Instructor provides overview of course and assignments
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In-class Activity: Discussion Questions chapters 1,2,3
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Individual Assignment: Case study Essay 3-5 pages on
Globalization History
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Encourage students to form teams for course assignments.
01 B
F2F
The Nature of
International business
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02 A
online
International
Environmental Forces
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02 B
online
Natural Resources and
Sustainability
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Read Geringer-Minor-McNett chapters 1 , 2 , 3,
Written assignment- Write 2 paragraphs on: What does
globalization means to you?
Discussion Post –Describe Globalization-Impact on the world
Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Chapters 4, 5, 6
Online Activity: Discussion Questions from chapter 4, 5 , 6
(pages 75, 93, 114)
Individual Assignment: Write a 1 page short response from
Discussion Questions “How to prepare for international job
transfer? Submit to D2L Drop Box
Review previous reading in chapters 4,5,6
Team written assignment- Global Business project on selected
country and industry.
Discussion Post topic-Cultural Awareness in Global Business
03 A
F2F
Global Operations
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Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Chapters 11, 12 , 13 , 14
In-class Activity: Discussion Questions pages (174, 194, 210)
Individual Assignment: Examine two countries using SWOT
analysis
03 B
F2F
International
Competitive Strategy
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Review previous reading in chapter 11, 12, 13, 14
Individual Assignment: Develop screening process for foreign
markets
Team written assignment- Foreign direct investing (FDI) and
Government Policy
Discussion topic: Select a country and product to export
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04 A
online
Global Markets and
Global Trends
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Read Chapter 15, 16 and 17
Online class Activity: Discussion Questions
Individual Discussion Assignment:
Individual Assignment: Case study Essay 1-2 pages on
Globalization of Health Care answer question #4, page 41
04 B
online
Human resources,
Accounting and Finance
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Review previous reading in chapter 15, 16, 17
Individual Discussion Assignment
Team written assignment-Strategy Decision
Discussion topic-International Entry Strategy at WalMart
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Learning Objectives
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5.
Define the key arguments for and against globalization.
Discuss the five drivers, all based on change, that are leading firms to internationalize their operations.
Describe the changing nature of the international economy.
Explain the main arguments in the debate over the impact of globalization.
Evaluate how the process of globalization is creating opportunities and challenges for international firms.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
In-Class Participation
Instructor provides overview of course and weekly
assignments.
1. Review course syllabus, material, agenda and set
course expectations. Facilitate an in-class discussion
by reviewing chapter 1 relating to the growth of
international firms and international business pages 1019.
Reading: No pre-class reading assigned, this will be
completed after class 1A. Review Charles Geringer-MinorMcNett Text, Chapter 1, 2 and 3.
Individual Assignments
Individual and team questions are assigned after class 1A.
Case study Essay 3-5 pages on the history of international
business beyond Geringer-Minor-McNett Text description.
Start your essay in 1994 until today detailing the major
events that help shape international business. Consider
Technology, trade agreements, and developing markets.
Submit assignment to D2L drop box.
Group Assignments:
Individual/Team questions are assigned after class 1A.
Encourage students to form teams for course assignments.
Team name, project selected, country selected, chosen
product or service are considerations necessary prior to
Class second class. Students should submit a brief
proposal for their project my the third course.
International Business Project
Objective: To create a foreign market entry business plan
for taking an American consumer product into a foreign
country. Students are encouraged to be creative about the
topic and apply concept from class to the final presentation.
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2. Discuss the importance of Globalization strategy and
how it’s utilized by individual companies. Lead a
discussion on globalization terms and concepts and
how they’re specifically used. Engage students and
ensure they can develop a framework to evaluate the
strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats and
trends of globalization. Complete the following
exercises In-Class to reinforce these concepts.
3. Read Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 1, 2,3 the
Nature of International Business is the context of the
first three chapters. Break class into discussion groups
to initiate collaboration.
4. A revised and expanded International Business DVD
(free) of company mini-documentaries and newsreel
pieces accompanies this text to help spark classroom
discussions. Classic footage joins new stories to help
you engage your students in international business
topics. The DVD includes segments for specific use
with particular chapters as well as additional segments
to round out your class time. The Instructors Manual
includes video case notes on how to use videos with
each chapter. The Geringer-Minor-McNett text online
software and DVD disc provides a variety
of
PowerPoint's and videos. This is a great resource to
expose students to concepts, culture and countries
involved in this course.
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Learning Objectives
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4.
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6.
Understand how the political systems of countries differ.
Recognize the direction of trade, or who trades with whom, and trends in such trade.
Assess the magnitude of international trade and how it has grown.
Explain some of the theories of foreign direct investment.
Identify the macro-political and economic changes taking place worldwide.
Describe how transition economies are moving towards market based systems.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading: Review Geringer-Minor-McNett
Chapters 1, 2, 3 and information assigned.
Text,
Individual Assignments
Online Discussion 1
Write a 1-2 paragraph short essay response after
reading Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapters 1, 2
and 3. For the first discussion post a response on,
“What globalization means to you. How do you see it
as a factor of business in the USA”.? Considerations
are, the economy and/or technology. Then - end your
post with a question to the class.
Please make your initial post by midweek, and
respond to at least one other students' post by the
end of the week. Review the definitions provided by
your classmates and critique. Post your question by
mid week so other students may have a chance to
respond. Reply to two other students posted
discussion questions.
Group Assignments
The following suggested activity can be found in the
Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual and
Chapter 1 Case study on Starbucks page 3. The
opening case study explores the international
expansion of Starbucks. The company has expanded
over the last thirty years from a single store in Seattle
to more than 16,000 locations spread across 50
different countries. This is an excellent example for
national expansion and global growth. Listed below
an in-class discussion question suggested by the
textbook:
1. QUESTION 1: How has globalization created
opportunities for Starbucks? How has Starbucks
influenced the process of globalization? Google
Starbucks website for more information.
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to
time. The sites can provide current and topical
information. However, I suggest checking the link
access before class.
Monitor the online format to ensure students are fully
participating in discussions
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International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Weekend Session 2A
Learning Objectives
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7.
Explain what is meant by the term “culture of a society”.
Identify the forces that lead to differences in social culture.
Identify the business and economic implications of differences in culture.
Recognize how differences in social culture influence values in the workplace.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the economic and business implications of cultural change.
Appraise the World Trade Organization and its impact on international business.
Summarize the theories of Hofstede and Trompenaars.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Online Assignments
Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text
Chapters 4, 5, 6
1. Observe and review individual and team activities
from chapters 3-5. Ensure all questions are
answered before moving to the next topic. It’s
critical that students understand these concepts
before introducing and discussing new subjects.
Individual Assignments
Read and review chapter for online discussion.
Group Assignments: Individual and team questions
are assignment based upon instructor instruction.
Note to Instructor: The use of PowerPoint's,
interactive flashcards and videos provided by
Instructor edition, Online Learning Center/ will
promote the words, phrases and concepts associated
with this course.
2. Lead an online discussion on Chapters 4-6, from
the Geringer-Minor-McNett text on business
ethics and global culture, environmental
sustainability. Culture, the sum total of beliefs,
rules, techniques, institutions and artifacts that
characterize human populations, is learned and
shared. Culture can be describes as a “template
for living” or a “design for life,” as it imprints the
accepted behaviors on every person who is born
into a society. Be prepared to participate in the
discussion regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text
Chap 4, 5, 6, pages 75, 93, 114.
3. During the online session, ask the students what
kinds of culture preparation they would want to
have if they were to be transferred to a specific
country in six months.
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Session 1A
International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Weekend Session 2B
Learning Objectives
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Understand how the political systems of countries differ.
Recognize how the economic systems of countries differ.
Understand how the legal systems of countries differ.
Explain what determines the level of economic development of a nation.
Identify the macro-political and economic changes taking place worldwide.
Describe how transition economies are moving towards market based systems.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text,
Chapters 4,5, 6
Individual Discussion Assignment
1. Choose two countries that appear to be culturally
diverse. Compare the culture of those countries
and then indicate how cultural differences
influence (a) the costs of doing business in each
country, (b) the likely future economic
development of that country, and (c) business
practices. Which country is the “best fit” to do
business in based upon your defined
perspective?
2. Class – Respond and/ answer these question as
a foundation for the discussion . Please make
your initial post by midweek, and respond to at
least one other students' post by the end of the
week. Review the definitions provided by your
classmates and critique. Post your question by
mid week so other students may have a chance to
respond. Reply to two other students posted
discussion questions.
Team Discussion Assignment:
Global Business Project
1. The instructor will assign 1 page short written
response and students will submit in D2L Team
Drop Box : Team name, project selected, country
selected, chosen product or service.
Group Assignments
The following suggested activity can be found in the
Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual
(Chapter 3) . It begins by introducing the concept of
culture. The determinants of culture are identified,
which include religion, political philosophy, economic
philosophy, education, language, and social structure.
Have students discuss how the different religions
might affect the work of (1) the marketing manager,
(2) the production manager, and (3) the human
resource manager of foreign subsidiaries in a Latin
American country, a Mideast country, and a
European country. If a manager were to be
transferred from one subsidiary to another, what
changes would need to be made in the way that
manager handled the work? This is an issue faced by
people who are transferred every few years to a
different culture or country.
Monitor online sessions to ensure students are
fully participating in discussions
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Session 1B
International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Weekend Session 3A
Learning Objectives
1. Explain the pros and cons of being a “market pioneer” versus being a “fast follower.”
2. Identify two forms of piracy, and discuss how they both help and harm firms doing international
business.
3. Discuss why firms export and the three challenges of exporting.
4. Identify two forms of piracy, and discuss how they both help and harm firms doing international
business.
5. Discuss why firms export and the three challenges of exporting.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Required Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text,
Chapter 11, 12, 13, 14
Optional Additional Readings and Sources of
Information
1. The U.S. Dollar Rally: What Investors Should Be
Watching Google investment websites, Business
Week, Wall Street Journal
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to
time. I suggest checking the links.
Online Class Assignments/Assessment
1. Instructors may use questions from the GeringerMinor-McNett Text textbook, global issues or from
the companion test-bank.. (Ten questions are
suggested for the quiz.)
2. Be prepared to participate in the discussion
regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 13,
14, Discussion Questions page 222 and 238.
Instructor Note: The use of PowerPoint's, interactive
flashcards and videos provided by Instructor edition,
Online Learning Center will promote the course
concepts, words and phrases for this course.
Individual Assignments
Facilitate a
review of individual and team
homework/questions from previous chapters. Ensure
all questions are answered before moving to the next
topic. It’s critical that students understand these
concepts before introducing and discussing new
subjects Assign the students to write a 1 page short
essay response to the following question: What are
the drawbacks of indirect exporting?
Submit in D2L drop box.
Group Assignments:
Individual and team questions are assigned after
class 5A.
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Faculty Weekend Session 3B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
Describe the historical development of the modern global monetary system.
Explain the role played by the World Bank and the IMF in the international monetary system.
Compare and contrast the differences between a fixed and a floating exchange rate system.
Identify the exchange rate regimes that are used in the world today, and why countries adopt different
exchange rate regimes.
5. Understand the debate surrounding the role of the IMF in the management of financial crises.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett text Chapter 11, 12, 13, 14
Team Discussion Assignment
Write a 1-2 page short essay summary to the following statement:
Identify the appealing factors of online advertising in the international sphere, as discussed in the
Geringer text.
Submit in D2L drop box
Individual Discussion Assignment
Suggestion, visit the IMF website and explore the inter-workings of the organization and select a topic
of interest to you. Describe your findings from the website in 3-4 paragraphs for your classmates. Why
is this organization important? Can you detect an Europe or USA marketing influence? Why is the
developing world concerned? Respond and/ answer these questions as a foundation for the
discussion . Please make your initial post by midweek and respond to at least two other students' post
by the end of the week..
Group Assignments
The following suggested activity can be found in the Geringer-Minor-McNett Text instructors manual
and Discussion of the case can revolve around the following question.
QUESTION: Why do industrial products or services generally require less modification for international
sales than do consumer products?
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Session 1B
International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Weekend Session 4A
Learning Objectives
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2.
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5.
Discuss the importance of creating a company “global mind-set.”
Compare home country, host country, and third country nationals as international company executives.
Explain what an expatriate is, and some of the challenges and opportunities of an expat position.
Discuss the increasing importance of accommodating the trailing spouse of an expatriate executive.
Identify some of the complications of compensation packages for expatriate executives.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Group Assignments: Individual and
questions are assigned after class 6A.
Required Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text,
Chapter 15-16-17
In-Class Assignments/Assessment
Optional Additional Readings and Sources of
Information
1. Be prepared to participate in the online discussion
regarding Geringer-Minor-McNett Text Chap 1517.
1. Global Trends 2025: A transformed World US
Director of National Intelligence 2008, Google the
website.
2. Final group project due
2. Why Leadership Teams Must Be Global – Google
Leadership Teams
team
The use of PowerPoint's, interactive flashcards and
videos provided by Instructor edition, Online Learning
Center are a great way to promote the words,
phrases and concepts of this course.
Instructor Note: The websites change from time to
time. I suggest checking the link access before class.
Individual Assignments
Facilitate an online review of individual and team
homework/questions from chapters 13, and 14.
Ensure all questions are answered before moving to
the next topic. It’s critical that students understand
these concepts before introducing and discussing
new subjects Write a 1-2 paragraph short essay
response and submit in D2L drop box.
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International Business | INTB 300
Faculty Weekend Session 4B
Learning Objectives
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2.
3.
4.
Identify some of the complications of compensation packages for expatriate executives.
Explain what an expatriate is, and some of the challenges and opportunities of an expat position.
Identify the major international accounting issues that international firms face
Categorize foreign exchange risks faced by the international firm into transaction exposure, translation
exposure, and economic exposure
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Review Reading: Geringer-Minor-McNett Text, Chapter 15-17
Individual Discussion Assignments -Written Assignment-Strategy Decision
WalMart started its international expansion in 1991 opening a store in Mexico and has 4,343 stores
and more than 700,000 associates in 15 countries outside the continental U.S at the end of 2010 .
Suggestion source the company website Walmart website. Use your information to discuss
WalMart's entry strategy in different countries, their successes and their failures. Respond and/
answer these questions as a foundation for the discussion . Please make your initial post by
midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week. Question: How
is WalMart's strategy perceived in the international business world?
Team Assignment
For your project you will need to include sections on the following in relation to your country, business
or industry, or management process:
• Strategy for Global Expansion
• Entry Mode
• Import and Export Strategy and Financing
Team Discussion Assignment – GBP Team Paper
Please submit your team's completed Global Business Project paper to your Team Drop Box. In D2L
QUESTION: What are the concerns conducting business in a foreign currency raises from an
accounting perspective?
Be sure to monitor the online format to ensure students are fully participating in discussions.
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