University of Texas-Pan American

New Mexico Highlands University School of Business Administration Las Vegas, New Mexico Special Topics MGMT 435/535 – Overview of International Business Summer 2003

Professor: Luis Ortiz, Ph.D.

Office: School of Business Kenneth Ford Hall #14 Las Vegas, New Mexico 87701 Phone: (505) 454-3584 Internet Site: www.nmhu.edu/faculty/lortiz and www.ibctr.org E-mail: [email protected]

Office Hours: TBA

Required Materials for Course: Text: Charles W. L. Hill. Global Business Today, IRWIN/McGraw Hill. ISBN: 0-07-232055-9

Philosophy and Goals of the Course: This course is designed to make the students familiar with various aspects of international business including environmental and organizational factors. The course presents business concepts, analytical processes, and philosophical bases for management of international, multi-national, and global business enterprises. The emphasis is on environmental dynamics, multinational business organizations, cultural and economic constraints, unique international business practices and international operations, strategy and policy. Upon completion of the course, you should be able to understand various aspects of international business, recognize the specifics of business conditions in various cultural settings and in various geo-political regions, and know some details about working in business internationally.

Performance Objectives In order to achieve the stated course objectives, the students are expected to demonstrate: 1. An understanding of the various environmental, organizational, technological, and human factors influencing business practices across the world.

2. An understanding of the basic competitive issues related to the formulation and design of international business strategies. 3. Effective written and oral communication skills, which are crucial for success in international management.

4. An ability to engage in constructive criticism and collaborative decision making within a group;

5. Demonstrate computer literacy, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.

Computer Integration Students are required to use computers for their presentations and individual assignments. No hand-written assignments will be accepted. Students may also be given assignments that will require the use of the Internet.

Oral and Written Communication Skills Integration The course incorporates two teaching approaches: lectures (and case discussions) and seminars. You are expected to come to class having read and thought about topics scheduled for the class. Additional materials will be kept on reserve at the library. Please note that it is your participation that will make the class enjoyable and stimulating. A very important part of the learning experience is class participation. Participation shows an interest and willingness on the part of the student to take responsibility for his/her own learning. There will be many opportunities for classroom participation ranging from simple discussions of key points to experimental activities.

Global Awareness Integration The focus of this course is by nature international. Every student is expected to incorporate examples of business in a global basis and to demonstrate by the end of the course an understanding of how to conduct business in different regions of the world.

Performance Measures

Presentation In addition to the term paper, every student will make a presentation of their term paper (including a question-answer session). Even though the term paper is collective, the presentation is individual. Students are encouraged to use power point for their presentation.

Exams The examinations will cover materials discussed in the class. The exam will contain both multiple choice, as well as short essay questions. Details regarding the format of the examination will be announced in the class. The final exam will be held as per the official schedule of the university.

Cases, Quizzes, and Assignments (reaction papers) There will be occasional short, unannounced quizzes. A quiz will be given anytime during the class period. The instructor will provide case instructions. The cases require a willingness to engage in debate. All written assignments are due at the beginning of the class period on the due date. Place the papers on the instructor's desk. They will not be asked for. Turning them in on time is your responsibility. If your assignment doesn't turn up in the stack for whatever reason, it will be scored as a missed assignment.

Performance Measures / Exams The examinations will cover materials contained in the designated chapters and topics discussed in class. We will discuss the exam’s details in class (e.g. reviews). The final exam date is going to be as indicated in the official university schedule. Work turning in late will be penalized 15 points.

Reward System (grading) % of Grade Exams 34% Quizzes 33% Presentation/Final 33% Total 100%

Grades will be assigned using the following scale: 100 – 90 : A 89 – 80 : B 79 – 70 : C 69 – 60 : D Below 60 : F

Attendance Registering for this class implies that you know the days and time the class meets and accept the responsibility for attending classes and being on time. Excessive tardiness and/or leaving the class early will be counted as an absence. If you miss classes because of school activities, you should bring a schedule of expected dates of absence. The student will drop the class if he or she has more than three absences.

Expectations I expect you to keep up with your reading assignments, to participate, to be present, and on time for all classes and exams. I also expect appropriate and ethical personal conduct from you. Scholastic dishonesty is subject to disciplinary penalties, including possible failure in the course and dismissal from the university. There will be no curving, no make-up exams or quizzes, and assignments will not be accepted late.

ADA Compliance If you have a documented disability which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as I have outlined and/or if you need special accommodations/assistance due to the disability, please contact the Office of Services for Persons with Disabilities (OSPD), Emilia Ramirez-Schunior Hall Room 100 immediately. Appropriate accommodations can be arranged.

Exam 1 – Chapters 1-5; Exam 2 – 6-10; Exam 3 – 11-14