Outline

Overview

This unit bridges the gap between theory and practice in international business. The unit covers critical issues and builds skills in the management of business across cultural and national borders. Much of the unit is dedicated to a problem-based/experiential approach to learning, using case studies, simulations, and class activities to deepen and solidify learning.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	International Business
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	Students commencing from 2018: completion of at least 112 credit points including IBUS1101 and IBUS1102 and IBUS2101 and IBUS2103. Pre-2018 continuing students: completion of at least 96 credit points including IBUS2101 and (IBUS2102 or IBUS1102)
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	All other requirements for the major or program associated with this capstone must be completed prior to or concurrently with (if enrolment rules permit) this unit of study. Capstones must be completed at the University of Sydney Business School only
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Michael Murphree, michael.murphree@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Huan Zhang, huan.zhang@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 1 September 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written exam ?	Final Exam Single question case-based final exam	50%	Formal exam period	2 hours	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Contribution	Participation Lecture & tutorial Participation	10%	Ongoing	Ongoing	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Individual Mock Pre-recorded Interview Video of individual case interview	20%	Week 07 Due date: 19 Sep 2025 at 11:59	5 minutes	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Q&A following presentation, submission or placement	Group Presentation 1: presentation skills and Q&A Lecture & Tutorial Participation	10%	Week 12 Due date: 27 Oct 2025 at 17:59	10 minutes	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Group Presentation 1: presentation and poster Groups will prepare a 5-minute presentation and research poster to showcase their research and analysis.	10%	Week 12 Due date: 27 Oct 2025 at 11:59	1 page	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
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Assessment summary

Participation: Students should do their readings, analyse the assigned cases, and be prepared to attend all sessions of lectures and tutorial to recieve full possible credit for participation.
Individual Mock Pre-recorded Interview: For this assignment, each student will submit Individual Video Recordings answering several practical case questions in a mock interview for the consulting industry. The length of the video should be 4-6 minutes. The case questions will be released 2 weeks before the due date but the specific ones asked will be at the interviewer's discretion. This will be done in pairs with students alternating as interviewer and interviewee.
Group Poster Presentation: Students will form teams of 4-5 members by week 4. Each team has to choose a recent (within the last 24 months) international business event/news that influences an MNE’s global operation. The groups should present and analyse this event and demonstrate the practical relevance of one concept/framework discussed in the lectures.
Final Written Exam: The purpose of the final written exam is to provide an assurance of learning and test the ability to conduct case-style analysis under time pressure. The exam will be held during the examination period and will require hand written long-form responses.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Late penalties apply as specified in the Business School and University policies and procedures:http://sydney.edu.au/business/currentstudents/policy. If you have technical problems submitting the report, please contact the ICT Service Desk below:https://sydney.edu.au/students/learning-in-canvas-and-blackboard.html

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction and unit overview	Lecture (3 hr)
Week 02	Module 1 IB environment: Complexity of global business environment	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 03	Module 1 IB environment: Global business and career	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 04	Module 2 Global Strategies: Expanding abroad and entry mode	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 05	Module 2 Global Strategies: Strategy and Entry Mode	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 06	Module 2 International Entrepreneurship and Born Again Enterprises	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 07	Module 3 Cross-cultural management: The practice of International human resource management (IHRM)	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 08	Module 3 Cross-cultural management: The knowledge of cultural environment and IB	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 09	Module 4 Future of IB: Emerging Markets and International Business	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 10	Module 4 Future of IB: Digitization and global e-commerce	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 11	Module 4 Future of IB: Sustainability and global corporate social responsibility	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 12	Showcase Event: Bridging International Business Theory and Practice	Lecture (3 hr)
Week 13	Unit Review	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Lecture recordings: All lectures and seminars are recorded and will be available on Canvas for student use. Please note the Business School does not own the system and cannot guarantee that the system will operate or that every class will be recorded. Students should ensure they attend and participate in all classes.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Unit readings are available on the Canvas

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. integrate international business knowledge, concepts, and principles in a range of business contexts
LO2. identify, analyse, and solve business challenges reaching conclusions using fundamental concepts, principles, and knowledge from international business
LO3. communicate effectively and professionally using a range of communication modes in business contexts
LO4. make a positive contribution to a team-based project
LO5. recognise the need for, locate, evaluate and use business information effectively.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Students' comments have been taken into consideration, especially how to best arrange the group work to be presented at the Week 12 Showcase event.

Additional information

More information can be found on Canvas.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

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Useful links

IBUS3600: International Business in Practice

Semester 2, 2025 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links