Outline

Overview

While Global Strategy (MIBS6003) lays out the concepts and theory relevant to a firms' entry into a new market, this unit focuses on how to successfully implement and manage foreign market operations. The key question addressed is how to design business models that allow a company to adapt to unique host country conditions, and operate successfully and sustainably across a range of diverse markets. The unit draws on knowledge previously gained regarding the diversity among cultures and among various international markets (MIBS6001 and MIBS6002). It focuses on issues related to designing environment-appropriate business models and on the challenges of business model innovation in light of dynamic global change. To complement the conceptual discussions, students gain first-hand experience in launching the overseas operations of a business.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	International Business
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	MIBS6001 and MIBS6002
Corequisites ?	MIBS6003
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Noman Shaheer, noman.shaheer@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written exam	Final exam Exam/test (check CANVAS for more details)	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	International group project: Report Report	20%	Formal exam period Due date: 20 Jun 2026 at 18:34 Closing date: 30 Jun 2026	5000-word report	AI allowed
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Debate	Case Study Debate Debates among teams	10%	Multiple weeks	1-hour debate	AI allowed
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Presentation	International group project - Presentation Presentation	10%	Week 12	15-min presentation	AI allowed
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Contribution	Participation Class participation (Check CANVAS for more details)	20%	Weekly	Weekly	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Debate: 3 sessions in the course will entail a case study debate which involves preparing case analyses in groups based on the topic of the week. A debate will take place about the contents of the case in which each team will take a position and convince other teams. All students will work in different teams for each debate. Further details will be shared via Canvas.

Participation (class and case discussions): Engaging in discussions and debating the concepts are essential to learning soft concepts and developing critical thinking and communication skills. Cultures associate different connotations to eloquence and sometimes impede active participation in discussions. To formalize your right to have your voice heard, this item assesses you based on your contributions to the class discussion.

International group project (including peer evaluation): This assessment item will be performed in teams each composed of 5-7 students. Each team will critically analyze the operations of a global firm, identify key strengths and weaknesses, and provide recommendations. Further details will be available at Canvas.

Final exam: The final exam is a closed-book assessment and will test your understanding of and the ability to apply key concepts and knowledge you have learned from the unit. It is based on the material covered in this unit, including assigned readings and lecture slides. The final exam will comprise of 2 short cases and students need to provide solutions of the problems described in cases.

Further information about each assessment item will be released in 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:

In project report, Late submissions will incur a 5% deduction of the total marks per day of delay (including weekends and public holidays). No late submission is possible in other assessments given their nature. Alternate assessments can be arranged if a special consideration is approved.

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 to Global operations- Implementing Business Models across countries	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 02	Business Model Innovation- Blue Ocean Strategy and New Market Creation	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 03	Understanding customers for effective operations	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 04	Value Proposition: The objective behind global operations	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 05	Operations to serve customers across countries	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 06	Building Sustainable global operations	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 07	Managing Global operations: Deploying right resources in right countries	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 08	Managing global operations: Orchestrating partner networks across countries	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 09	Implementing global operations: Value Chain Analysis	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 10	Implementing global operations: Managing Costs	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 11	Implementing global operations: Managing Revenues	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 12	People behind global operations: How MIBS graduates fit in Multinationals	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 13	Project presentations	Seminar (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

No lectures will be recorded

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.

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. evaluate and explain concepts, frameworks, and theories in the domain of managing global operations
LO2. identify, collect, classify, evaluate, and utilise useful information about the domain of managing global operations
LO3. analyse the complex decision-making processes related to the management of international business operations.
LO4. Effectively communicate, collaborate and reflect on the arguments of self and peers from diverse backgrounds

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.

Assessments are streamlined to test students based on fewer but more rigorous and in-depth assessments. It will allow students to focus on few key tasks instead of spreading their attention too thin across several assessments.

Additional information

Disclaimer

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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

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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MIBS6004: Managing Global Operations

Semester 1, 2026 [Normal evening] - 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

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