Outline

Overview

This unit aims to prepare students for global careers and to develop and improve their professional practice in cross-border and cross-cultural settings. It provides the opportunity to undertake advanced training in the areas of research methodology, professional communication in its many forms, teamwork, analytical skills, project management and consulting. The unit also involves preparatory work for the International Business Project B (MIBS6006). Project scoping, planning and analysis forms an important part of the activities and assessment for this unit. This allows students to apply their domain knowledge and professional skills to solving a real-life problem in international business.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	International Business
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	MIBS6001 and MIBS6002 and MIBS6003 and MIBS6004
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	IBUS6001 or IBUS6002
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Wei Li, li.wei1@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 5 December 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written work	LinkedIn Article opinion piece	20%	Week 01 Due date: 06 Dec 2025 at 23:59	700 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Consulting Project: Scoping Document consulting project	10%	Week 02 Due date: 09 Dec 2025 at 23:59	1000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Consulting Report: SWOT Report report, see canvas for further details	20%	Week 03 Due date: 20 Dec 2025 at 23:59	2500 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Contribution	Individual participation Participation	10%	Week 03 Due date: 20 Dec 2025 at 23:59	see canvas for details	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Consulting Project: Progress Report progress report	10%	Week 04 Due date: 27 Dec 2025 at 23:59	1000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Portfolio or journal	Reflective Learning Journal reflective learning journal	30%	Week 04 Due date: 27 Dec 2025 at 23:59	1500 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Consulting Project Part A: Group assessment related to the consulting project part A consists of three parts: A project scoping document after the briefing session with the client due in mid-week 2 (10%), a survey design due in the end of week 2 (10%) and a preliminary report due at the end of week 3 (20%).
Reflective learning journal: Students will reflect on what they have learnt from the real-life experiences they are confronted with in this course, in particular experiences that surprised, frustrated or confused them at first.
LinkedIn article: Students are to write an opinion piece for an educated audience about the focus country/counries. The article needs to display in-depth understanding of the political, social, economic and business environment and offer relevant insight to the business community interested in exploring business opportunities in this country.
Individual participation: The unit comprises intensive workshops, skills development and group work. Students' active participation and professionalism will be assessed on a daily basis.

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.

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	Workshop 1: Introduction and team formation	Workshop (3 hr)
	Coaching session 1: Business consulting and projects	Seminar (1 hr)
	Workshop 2: Strategic consulting process	Workshop (3 hr)
	Team work: research and report writing	Self-directed learning (10 hr)
Week 02	Workshop 3: Industry and competitor analysis	Workshop (3 hr)
	Coaching session 2: Meeting with clients	Seminar (1 hr)
	Workshop 4: SWOT report	Workshop (3 hr)
	Team work: research and report writing	Self-directed learning (20 hr)
Week 03	Workshop 5: Data to strategic options	Workshop (3 hr)
	Expert interviews	Seminar (3.5 hr)
	Workshop 5: Final recommendations; SDG goals.	Workshop (3 hr)
	Team work: research and report writing	Self-directed learning (20 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

There will be large group-sessions each Monday, Wednesday and Friday (for a detailed schedule see Canvas) plus smaller team sessions on other days of the week. Students are expected to work full-time on their projects during the entire duration of the (double) unit (‘full-time’ means that other work activities should not take up more than 20 hours per week).

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. demonstrate an integrated understanding of key concepts, techniques and trends in the field of international business practice, and the challenges and opportunities involved in applying this knowledge in the context of a real life business project
LO2. demonstrate autonomous and constructive critical thinking; the ability to question, assess and respond independently and creatively to assumptions, propositions and debates within the field of international business
LO3. apply a range of quantitative and qualitative research skills to identify and diagnose complex and unfamiliar problems. Use these findings to formulate strategically appropriate solutions for a client's business' international activities
LO4. act as a persuasive communicator; the ability to use a range of communications strategies, both oral and written, to effectively conduct market research and act as a business consultant
LO5. demonstrate capable team-membership in work-related contexts; the ability to work collaboratively to address complex and unfamiliar problems
LO6. propose ethical and social solutions to complex international business problems
LO7. conduct international market research with moral consideration towards all stakeholders.

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.

The unit has been updated for delivery for Summer intensive 2024. As a result, we made some changes to the timings.

Additional information

Business School Policies

Disclaimer

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

To help you understand common terms that we use at the University, we offer an online glossary.

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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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MIBS6005: International Business Project A

Intensive November - December, 2025 [Block mode] - 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