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    Course Introduction
    Course Syllabus
    Unit 1: Introduction to International Business and Globalization
    1.1: Technological Advances
    Communication Tools
    Transportation
    Manufacturing Advances
    1.2: Global Resource Allocation
    Resource Allocation, Level of International Diversification, and Firm Performance
    Outsourcing
    Perspectives on Outsourcing
    Logistics and the Supply Chain
    Global Human Resources Management
    1.3: Globalization
    Globalization and the Digital Divide
    Cost Drivers
    Opportunities and Threats
    Unit 1 Discussion
    Unit 1 Study Resources
    Unit 1 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 1
    Unit 1 Assessment
    Unit 1 Assessment
    Unit 2: Language and Culture
    2.1: Language
    English, the Universal Language
    Other Major Languages
    2.2: Culture
    Hofstede's Cultural Framework
    The Effect of Culture on Business
    Communication Styles
    Negotiation Styles
    Cultural Competence
    Cultural Norms, Values, and Beliefs
    Unit 2 Discussion
    Unit 2 Study Resources
    Unit 2 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 2
    Unit 2 Assessment
    Unit 2 Assessment
    Unit 3: International Trade
    3.1: Classical Theories of International Trade
    The Benefits of Reducing International Trade Barriers
    Mercantilism
    Free Trade and Mercantilism
    Absolute and Comparative Advantage
    3.2: Modern Theories of International Trade
    Trade between Similar Economies
    Competition and Strategic Rivalries
    National Competitive Advantage
    3.3: Economic Integration
    Trade Agreements
    Regional Economic Integration in Europe
    Regional Economic Integration in the Middle East and North Africa
    3.4: International Trade Infrastructure
    Trade Capacity
    Ports and Shipping
    Airfreight and Airports
    Railways and Roads
    Unit 3 Discussion
    Unit 3 Study Resources
    Unit 3 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 3
    Unit 3 Assessment
    Unit 3 Assessment
    Unit 4: The Global Financial System
    4.1: International Financial Institutions
    Foreign Exchange Markets
    International Financial Markets
    Balance of Payments
    4.2: International Banking
    International Financial Transactions and SWIFT
    Letters of Credit
    The European Central Bank
    The Influence of Central Banks
    Unit 4 Discussion
    Unit 4 Study Resources
    Unit 4 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 4
    Unit 4 Assessment
    Unit 4 Assessment
    Unit 5: International Institutions and the Geopolitics of Emerging Markets
    5.1: International Institutions
    The World Trade Organization (WTO)
    The World Bank
    The International Monetary Fund (IMF)
    5.2: Political Partnerships
    Regional Trading Blocs
    Multilateral and Bilateral Trade Agreements
    The Benefits of Multilateral Trade
    Alliances
    5.3: Trade Policy
    Political Risks
    Economic Risks
    5.4: Emerging Markets
    Emerging Markets
    Unit 5 Discussion
    Unit 5 Study Resources
    Unit 5 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 5
    Unit 5 Assessment
    Unit 5 Assessment
    Unit 6: International Market Entry Strategy
    6.1: Direct Exporting
    Foreign Agents or Distributors
    Foreign Retailers
    Direct Purchasing
    6.2: Mergers and Acquisitions
    Mergers and Acquisitions
    New Industries and Markets
    6.3: Partnering
    Partnership Management
    Partnering Agreements
    Joint Ventures
    Unit 6 Discussion
    Unit 6 Study Resources
    Unit 6 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 6
    Unit 6 Assessment
    Unit 6 Assessment
    Unit 7: Social Responsibility and Ethics
    7.1: Social Responsibility
    Corporate Social Responsibility
    Free Trade vs. Fair Trade
    7.2: Ethical Issues
    Business Ethics over Time
    Corruption, Bribery, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
    Corporate Responsibilities
    7.3: Global Sustainability
    Business and the Environment
    Economic Sustainability
    Environmental Sustainability
    Social Sustainability
    Unit 7 Discussion
    Unit 7 Study Resources
    Unit 7 Review Video
    Study Guide: Unit 7
    Unit 7 Assessment
    Unit 7 Assessment
    Study Guide
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    Course Feedback Survey
    Course Feedback Survey
    Certificate Final Exam
    BUS613: Certificate Final Exam
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