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IBS801 - International Banking and Finance

In today's global market, it's imperative for an organization to examine all possible financial risks before entering into negotiations. In this course, students will examine and discuss the intricacies of international money markets, the actions of governments and investors, and the effects of inflation, interest rates, tax and the flow of currency. Strategic global investment, the optimization of cash flow and pricing alternatives will be examined. The case studies would provide opportunity to build the skills required to create and manage finance across borders.

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IBS805 - Global Marketing


This advanced course continues from IBS630 and delves deeper into the strategic aspects of marketing in today's dynamic global environment with a focus on customer-centric development and delivery of the marketing mix: product, price, place and promotion through the appropriate application of the 5C analysis.  The focus of the course will be on learning how to solve complex marketing problems in a global environment through case analysis examples and application based assignments.  The role of Social Media and Customer Relationship Management tools, analytics and metrics will be discussed within the context of creating an outstanding customer experience for both B2B and B2C markets.  The course will also incorporate the development of a comprehensive global marketing plan and presentation as part of the IBS cumulative international marketing plan, in keeping with the requirements for FITT certification.

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IBS806 - Global Supply Chain Management

This subject provides the students with an introduction to global supply chain management practices and through development and mapping strategies explain why global supply chain management is a critical element in successful global trading.

From an international business management perspective, students will become familiar with production, inventory and delivery mapping and development systems and the effective management of key integrative processes.  Emphasis will be placed on studying procurement and sourcing management, identifying import and export requirements, and understanding the procedures that define trade and the related frequently used terms of sale (INCOTERMS).

Students will also apply their knowledge by researching and presenting in a group project and individual student presentations based on theoretical and practical learning outcomes covered during the semester. 

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IBS807 - Sustainability and Sustainable Development

This course introduces Sustainability Management and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) from the viewpoint of the business management professional. Students will explore key sustainability issues and trends and examine international frameworks that help businesses improve their sustainability performance. Integral to this course, students will use their knowledge to create the business case of a sustainability initiative. The course aims to equip future business professionals with the capacity to effectively lead or participate in sustainability efforts in their organizations and help them adapt to the emerging 21st century business environment.

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IBS810 - Human Resource Management

This subject provides students with a comprehensive introduction to Human Resources Management (HRM). It is intended to assist those with little to no prior knowledge of HRM in acquiring a basic level of knowledge/ skill in this subject area. This course will introduce the diverse components of human resources functions and its role in both domestic and global business environments. Case study analysis will be used to link the theory to the practical situations that occur in HR. Learners are introduced to the functional areas of HRM and will apply acquired concepts to solve problems related to effective HRM in organizations.

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IBS820 - International Business Plan

Students will learn how to prepare an effective business plan that clearly communicates your unique selling position, market potential, customer profiles, financial plan and marketing strategies.  You will integrate concepts and theories and term projects from previous IBS subjects to develop a comprehensive business plan that will introduce/export a product to a foreign market.  Each team will present their International Business Plan to their peers and a panel made up of faculty and industry experts.

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IBS850 - Legal Environment of International Business

This course will introduce students to the evolving legal issues that are relevant to the international business environment, including the legal risks of entering into foreign markets, international organizations, trading blocks, sales contracts, legal issues relating to international transportation and financing, intellectual property and the resolution of international disputes

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