Details for MAN351 International Management

Understanding the intricacies of international management is pivotal for navigating the complexities of today’s global business environment. This subject offers a deep dive into the interpersonal and operational challenges faced by managers in diverse cultural contexts. Students will evaluate national culture assessment tools, explore the significance of cultural understanding in management, and apply key management concepts on a worldwide scale.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: MAN351
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

• At least 120 credit points, including MAN101—Introduction to Management and MAN201—Organisational Behaviour

 

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Evaluate complex interpersonal and cultural challenges that arise when managers operate in a cross-cultural context;
2. Demonstrate and  examine the  operational issues that arise when managing in a cross-cultural context;
3.  Interpret and appraise the strengths and weaknesses of national culture assessment tools;
4. Summarize and argue the importance and role of culture when managing in a cross-cultural context;
5. Explain and assess the application of key management concepts and theories across a global context.

Subject Content

1. The Global Manager’s Environmental Foundation 

   -Globalisation and International Linkages  

   -The Political,  Legal and Technological Environments 

   -Managing Interdependence: Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

2. The Cultural Context of Global Management 

   -Understanding the Meanings and Dimensions of Culture 

   -Managing Across Cultures 

   -Organizational Cultures and Diversity 

   -Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation  

3. Formulating and Implementing Strategy for International and Global Operations

   -Cross-cultural Communication and Negotiation Strategy 

   -Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures 

   Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances 

4. Global Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management 

   -Management Decision and Control 

   -Motivation and Leadership across Cultures 

   -Human Resource Selection and Development across Cultures 

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face on site 
• E-learning (online) 
• Intensive
• Extensive

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Minor Essay (25%) 
• Major Essay (50%) 
• Exam (25%)

Prescribed Text

• Doh, J., Luthans, F. & Gaur, A. (2023) International Management: Culture, Strategy and Behavior. (12th Ed.). McGraw Hill.  

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