International Business Environment (N1082E)
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International Business Environment
Module N1082E
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
The course provides an in-depth analysis of the contemporary operating environment in the field of international business. It offers an evaluation of the prevailing trends and the dynamic nature of international business activity along with the evolution of multinational enterprises. Furthermore, the course explores the significance of various factors, including formal and informal institutions, host and home country perspectives, ethical considerations, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainability issues as they relate to the organisation and management of international business. Throughout the duration of the course emphasis is placed on comprehending the business environment within key global regions, with a specific focus on European Union, North America, East and SE Asia and the transition economies of East and Central Europe.
Full Module Description
The course provides an in-depth analysis of the contemporary operating environment in the field of international business. It offers an evaluation of the prevailing trends and the dynamic nature of international business activity along with the evolution of multinational enterprises. Furthermore, the course explores the significance of various factors, including formal and informal institutions, host and home country perspectives, ethical considerations, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainability issues as they relate to the organisation and management of international business. Throughout the duration of the course emphasis is placed on comprehending the business environment within key global regions, with a specific focus on European Union, North America, East and SE Asia and the transition economies of East and Central Europe.
Module learning outcomes
Evaluate the key components and dynamic nature of the international business environment.
Recognise the impact of the host country’s formal and informal institutions on inward business activity and understand the significance of this activity for host and home nations
Understand the theories and frameworks that explain Foreign Direct Investments by MNEs
Evaluate critically the nature of international firms, their organisation, structure, and strategic concerns, including CSR and sustainability
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 25.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group written submission | T1 Week 8 | 100.00% |
| Essay (2000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Wed 16:00 | 75.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 01010010101 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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