BUS 571 Global Business (3 credits)

This course focuses on the interrelated issues of the environment of international business, international business strategy, and organizational structure behavior and coordination. The impact of culture, competition and market forces is explored. International trade will also be examined, with an emphasis on global trading blocs and transition economics.

International Accounting

A broad overview of international accounting with an emphasis on the standards and practices in selected countries (Japan, U.K., Germany) and regions (European Community). Issues of current interest such as attempts to harmonize differing financial disclosure practices around the world, international transfer pricing strategies, the accounting for foreign currency transactions, and the impact of international taxation will be discussed in an attempt to sensitize students to variations in the accounting practices encountered beyond the local (domestic) perspective.

International Finance

A study of the ways and means to reduce financial risks involved in international financial management. Consequently, the course deals with the interrelationship between the international monetary environment and financial planning for corporations with overseas operations. It analyzes the effects on international financial planning—such factors as exchange rate fluctuations, currency restrictions, and tax regulations. It examines financial aspects of multinational business including foreign investments and trade.

International Marketing

Analyzes the differences between marketing in the USA and international markets. The major objective is to have students gain an understanding of the people, history, culture, current economic situation, business practices, and entry strategies for the European Union, Eastern Europe, C.I.S., Middle East, Central and Latin America, and Asia.