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SMBA6119: Globalisation and Emerging Markets

2020 unit information

This unit focuses on understanding the strategic imperatives of an ever-increasing globalising business world. The rationale for foreign direct investments into and out of the emerging markets is provided through a variety of theoretical and practical approaches. The unit covers the rise of multinationals from the emerging markets and the relevant implications for firms across the world. Students gain knowledge and are able to make informed analyses of the global competitiveness of firms in the rapidly changing business environment.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Management Education

Code SMBA6119
Academic unit Management Education
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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SMBA6001
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

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

  • LO1. apply theoretical concepts of international business to issues faced by global companies
  • LO2. identify opportunities and challenges for companies operating in emerging markets
  • LO3. become familiar with concepts, frameworks and techniques of the business environment in emerging markets
  • LO4. demonstrate an appreciation of the differences in institutions and cultures across various countries
  • LO5. assess available strategic options under conditions of imperfect knowledge in the context of emerging markets
  • LO6. identify drivers of international investments
  • LO7. design global strategies for companies from developed and developing economies.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Normal day Castlereagh St, Sydney

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