UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
SYLLABUS
BSAD 300 International Business Dr. Veree Ethridge
3 Credit Hours Fall 2007
M W F 9:00 a.m.
Prerequisite: ECON 101
REQUIRED TEXT: Global Business Today, 4th Ed., Charles W. L. Hill
Webct (http://www.stfrancis.edu/online/index.htm)
Login in under: MyUSFPortal
Text web site: www.mhhe.com/hillgbt3e
Lecture powerpoints will be on O drive under College of Business/
Ethridge/internbus folder and webct
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
International Business issues examined include how the world’s countries differ, the functions and forms of the global monetary system as well as international management and marketing strategies and trade alliances.
Student Objective: To gain an understanding of the global marketplace and the strategies and structures of international business.
TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE:( Check Webct calendar for changes)
Week of Topic Text Chapter Global Bus Plan & Videos
Aug. 20 Globalization 1 Part 1
Political Economy 2
Aug. 27 Differences in Culture 3 Part 4
Ethics 4 Video: “Nike:Sweatshop”
Sept. 5 International Trade Theory 5
(time change)
Sept. 10 Pol. Economy of Int’l Trade 6
Sept. 17 Cases
Sept. 21 Exam I – Chapters 1-6, cases, and videos
Sept. 24 Foreign Direct Investment 7
Regional Econ. Integration 8
Oct. 1 Foreign Exchange Market 9 Videos: “Money Change”
Monetary System 10 “Bailing Out Brazil”
“Intern’l Monetary Fund”
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Tentative Outline, cont.
Oct. 8 Cases
Oct. 12 Exam II – Chapters 7-10, cases, and videos
Oct. 22 Global Strategy 11
Oct. 29 Entering Foreign Markets 12
Exporting, Importing 13 Part 6
Nov. 5 Global Production 14
Nov. 12 Marketing, R & D 15 Part 13
Video: “Creating a Global Brand”
Nov. 19 Human Resource Mgt. 16
Nov. 28 Cases
Dec. 5 Review
Dec. 7 Exam III – Chapters 11-16, readings, and videos
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
ATTENDANCE: Class participation grade depends on active participation in the class
Discussions. Some assigned discussion will also be used to
determine 50 of the participation points.
EXAMS: The format of the exams will be discussed in class. Any exams
missed on the assigned exam days must be made up on the very
next class meeting and must have prior approval. The exams dates
could be changed if the class needs additional time to master
the material. A week’s notice is given in class as to exact date.
Webct: Check calendar as to due date and available date of 5 quizzes.
Homework/projects: Projects will be assigned. Due dates will be announced and late
homework will have 5 points deducted for each date and cannot be
accepted once returned to class.
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GRADING POLICY:
EXAMS I – III 300 points
Class Participation 100 points
Homework/Projects 100 points
Webct quizzes 50 points
Total points = 550
495 points = A
440 points = B
385 points = C
330 points = D
OFFICE HOURS: Monday & Wednesday 11:00 – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
And by appointment
Office – N222
Phone – 740-3849
Email - vethridge@stfrancis.edu
Web site: http:// www.stfrancis.edu/cob/vereee/
Academic Integrity:
Students have an obligation to exhibit honesty in carrying out their academic
assignments. Students may be found to have violated this obligation if they plagiarize or cheat. Plagiarism is presenting the work of others as one’s own. Cheating is taking, giving or accepting any illicit advantage for any course work inside or outside of the classroom.
ADA Statement:
The University strives to be in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations. To this end, a student who requires special support or arrangements due to a disability should contact the Academic Resource Center, Library L 214, 815-740-5060 to coordinate accommodations. This contact should occur no later than the first week of classes in order to allow for sufficient time to provide accommodations. Should a need arrive after the start of a semester, the student is encouraged to contact the ARC as soon as possible. Each case will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Academic Resources:
If you need academic-related resources or assistance, please contact the Academic
Resource Center on the second floor of the USF Library, Room 214, or call them at
(815) 740-5060.
USF Mission Statement:
As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of
learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit of knowledge, faith, wisdom and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes reverence for creation, compassion and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership.
College of Business Mission Statement:
The mission of the College of Business is to offer undergraduate and graduate degree
programs that are career oriented and focus on academic excellence. Undergraduate
programs are designed for traditional and nontraditional students providing a blend of
professional studies, technology and a strong liberal arts curriculum. Graduate programs are designed for working professionals and are practitioner based. All programs in the College of Business are driven by the University’s Catholic Franciscan mission. The College seeks to inspire in its students a love of knowledge and truth and to instill the Franciscan values of respect, compassion, integrity and service.
Policies not covered in this syllabus will be handled in accordance with the USF catalog.