NBS8658 : The International Business Environment
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Available for Study Abroad and Exchange students, subject to proof of pre-requisite knowledge.
- Module Leader(s): Dr Amy Nguyen
- Lecturer: Professor Stephen Chen
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
To enable students to understand how macro-economic, political, social and technological forces influence the development and regulation of the international business environment.
By examining the macro-economic, political, social and technological forces that influence the global business environment, this module provides a comprehensive survey of the complex and dynamic international environment in which businesses operate. Areas covered include:
- Drivers of internationalisation of businesses
- Locating globalisation in a historical context
- The development and regulation of global trade, investment and financial markets
- The role of the state within the global environment
- Trends in the evolving relationship between international businesses and society
Outline Of Syllabus
The syllabus will cover the following themes:
- Analysing the economic, political, social and technological dimensions of the Global Business Environment
- Drivers of the internationalisation of businesses and the growth of MNCs
- The Role of the State in International Business
- The Role of Multilateral Organizations in International Trade and Investment
- Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility of MNCs
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 26:00 | 26:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 13 | 2:00 | 26:00 | 13 x two-hour PIP lectures (26 hours) |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 70:00 | 70:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | 4 x 2-hour PIP seminars (8 hours) |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | 2 x 1 hour drop-in sessions online |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 68:00 | 68:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lectures supplement student reading to provide the theoretical and practical knowledge required to understand and analyse the nature of and evolving issues in the international business environment. The lectures also equip students with a framework for student-centred learning through the elaboration of relevant theoretical perspectives drawn from a range of disciplines (including economic, political and social). Small group teaching enable students to develop their understanding through mutual learning and discussion.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 180 | 1 | A | 100 | In-person exam |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | Students prepare presentations in small groups in the seminars with feedback from peers and tutor |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Class discussions and group work are designed to help students develop the understanding and analytical skills needed to attend the assessment. The assessment then tests the students individually to assess how well they have developed both their factual understanding and their skills in evaluation and critique of the issues presented.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NBS8658's Timetable