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Define common terms used in international trade. b. Describe inflation and deflation and their effect on the business climate of a minimum of four countries. c. Analyze and evaluate the role of currency trading in the operation of an international business. d. Outline the structure of a multinational corporation and explain the advantages and disadvantages of such a corporation. e. Briefly describe the multinational accounting and finance functions. f. Compare the relationship between the size of a country and its likely performance in international business. 5. Instructional Facilities Standard classroom. 6. Special Materials Required of Student None. BUSINESS 250 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS page 2 7. Course Content a. Nature of foreign trade: (1) International trade theory. (2) Governmental impact on foreign trade. b. Monetary systems: (1) Foreign investment analysis. (2) World trade/investment patterns. (3) Economic environments. (4) Foreign exchange--international payment. (5) Multinational accounting, finance, and taxation. c. Cultural implications: (1) Barriers to international trade. (2) International trade diplomacy. (3) Managing cross cultural differences. (4) Foreign political and legal implications. d. International trade marketing and management: (1) Export--east/west trade. (2) Import--east/west trade. (3) Management functions and controls. (4) Planning and competition. e. Labor and personnel. f. Multinational predictions and projections. 8. Method of Instruction a. Lecture. b. Guest speakers. 9. Methods of Evaluating Student Performance a. Written assignments. b. Midterm examination. c. Essay examination. d. Objective examination. e. Reports on written assignments. f. Final examination. 10. Outside Class Assignments a. Research paper on one or more countries using software and library research. b. Reading assignments from the textbook. 11. Texts a. Required text(s): Hill, Charles W. L. Global Business Today. Burr Ridge, IL: McGraw-Hill Higher Education, latest edition. b. Supplementary texts and workbooks: None. BUSINESS 250 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS page 3 Addendum: Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, our students will be able to do the following: Analyze and evaluate international business opportunities within the framework of differing legal and cultural environments around the world. Implement programs that take into consideration regional economic integration and national differences in political economies and the effects of globalization on these programs. Assess and evaluate the influence of international business strategies and ethical behavior. 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