International Business (IBUS) Courses
International Business
Managerial and strategic implications of differing international environments for a variety of business functions including structure and control, managing human resources, marketing, finance and logistics. Complexities of working across political and cultural boundaries.
International Marketing and Trade
Product adaptation, distribution networks, promotion practices, cross-border pricing strategy and regulatory and other limitations. Trade trends and the macro and micro effects of culture provide connecting themes.
Business and Government in Emerging Economies
Projects in emerging economies often involve partnerships between businesses, local governments and foreign donors. Emerging forms of cooperation which address issues of poverty, infrastructure and education. The role of international firms in the process of economic transition.
Doing Business in the United States
The role of the United States as Canada's most important foreign trade partner. The U.S. as a distinct business environment. Regulatory structures, competitive environment, and cross-regional buyer behaviour within the U.S. Comparative view of the business culture in the U.S. and Canada.
Precludes additional credit for BUSI 5300 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): IBUS 5701.
Buyer Behaviour in International Markets
Globalization and the divergent, crossvergent and convergent paradigms are used to explain and analyze the behaviour of buyers across different markets and cultures. Socio-cultural, psychological, organizational and other factors that guide purchase decision-making behavior in consumer and B2B markets are examined.
Foreign Markets: Selection, Assessment and Entry Strategies
Selection and assessment of foreign markets suitable to corporate capabilities. Factors affecting the internationalization of firms, from SMEs and born globals to large multinationals. Methods for foreign market entry and service, from exporting, licensing, and franchising to JVs, M&As and greenfield investment.
Management of International Business
Operating organizations across national and cultural boundaries adds complexity to the tasks that confront managers and requires specific skills. Topics discussed include motivation, leadership, communication and negotiation in a cross-cultural context as well as the pervasive effects of culture on interactions within and across firms.
Regional and Global Business Strategies Concentration Integration
Regional and global business expansion strategies and how global interdependence and regional trade groups affect international investment and marketing strategies. Environmental and political factors that influence policy within and between trade blocs and how businesses participate in these processes.
Prerequisite(s): IBUS 5701 and successful completion of all courses in the International Business concentration.
Note: Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca