Globalization and Internationalization, 5 cr - GLO1LZ101A
Course unit language
English
Upcoming implementations
Globalization and Internationalization GLO1LZ101A-3005 24.08.2020-16.10.2020 5 op(LZ4A, ...)+-
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Pasila Campus
Teaching language
English
Timing
24.08.2020 - 16.10.2020
Enrollment
15.06.2020 - 28.08.2020
Groups
LZ4A
LZ4B
EXCH
Teachers
Timo Rima, Graham Hill, Riku Hytönen
Seats
15 - 40
Degree Programmes
MYYNTI Myyntityön koulutusohjelma
Evaluation scale
H-5
Learning objectives
Students become familiar with the globalization of firms. They obtain skills for planning the internationalization of companies
Contents
Drivers for Globalization
Value chains & networks
Theories of internationalization
International trade
Development of international competitiveness
Market Research & Market entry modes
Team project
Execution methods
Project counseling and contact lessons. Class-based learning and team project, assignments, and independent work.
If the student has obtained the relevant knowledge and skills elsewhere, for example at work, s/he can demonstrate the knowledge and skills through the RPL process. See MyNet for further RPL information and instructions.
Learning materials
Hollensen, S. Global Marketing, newest edition, parts I, II & III
or
Any International business textbook published after 2013:
- Wall, S., Minocha, S. and Rees, B. 2016 International Business
- Wild, J.J. and Wild, K.L. 2016 International Business, The Challenges of Globalization.
Starting level and linkage with other courses
A-part of basic studies module 5 Growing Global. The B-part is Communication and Culture.
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria - grade 1
• knows the basic drivers and effects of globalization for firms and is able to identify some of the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
• has a rudimentary knowledge of operation modes in global markets.
• knows the basic principles of internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
• is able to analyze a SME firm's value chain activity and relate it to a theory or model.
Assessment criteria - grade 3
• knows the different drivers and effects of globalization for firms and is able to analyze the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
• has a good knowledge of various operation modes in global markets.
• is familiar with internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
• is able to participate as part of a team in analyzing the target market and drawing up a basic internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
Assessment criteria - grade 5
• is able to identify the different drivers and effects of globalization for firms and to analyze the relevant opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
• has a solid knowledge of various operation modes in global markets.
• has an analytical comprehension of how to internationalize a firm’s value chain and utilize value networks.
• is able to analyze the target market by choosing relevant information and draw up a well justified internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
• is an excellent team player enabling efficient project working