2,000 word (80%) group case study evaluation based around the impact of an identified key factor on patterns of international business and hence the future development of the global economy.
The evaluation submission must :
• Incorporate a critical evaluation underpinned by a range of relevant & contemporary theories & frameworks leading to reasoned conclusions which address the assignment task.
A 10 minute individual 'viva voce' (aural) examination plus Q&A by academic staff & peer group representatives reflecting critically on the relevant underpinning strategic agility & career ambition management & leadership competencies as they relate to this module (20%).

Learning
• Characterise emerging patterns and cycle of global economic growth.

Practice
• Evaluate current global dynamics and relationships between TRIAD and emerging economies. Evaluating the implications.

• Conceptually think and evaluate key factors impacting the future patterns of global economic growth.
• Evaluate contemporary problem/practice based case examples
Defining patterns & dynamics of international business and hence global economy
Evaluations of contemporary patterns of the global economy:
• The role of the TRIAD
• Impact of emerging economies on TRIAD dynamics
• Implications of emerging economies on the global economy
Future dynamics of international business
• Globalisation
• Factors likely to impact patterns of economic growth
• Implications for emerging economies and future growth of the global economy

1. Employ a range of critical evaluation techniques to demonstrate a systematic awareness, understanding and knowledge of patterns of international business & the impact on global economies.
Application

2. From analysis, learning & contextualisation of an understanding of patterns of international business, take a global perspective on aspects of the global economy.
Knowledge and Understanding

3. Devise and apply valid evaluation and investigative techniques to interpret complex international business patterns and propose future possible scenarios. Demonstrate understanding of selected evaluation techniques within contemporary business paradigms.
Enquiry

4. Reflect on and demonstrate development of associated underpinning strategic agility and career ambition competencies to enhance employability and/or career advancement in positions of management & leadership.
Reflection

A combination of lecture & tutorial F2F sessions. Example problem/practice based case examples and interactive discussion based on student contemporary experience.

The module requires a commitment of c.150 teaching & learning hours:
c.36 hours F2F class support comprising 20 hours lectures & 16 hours tutorial, individual 1:1 assignment coaching by appointment where required plus c.114 hours of independent directed/self directed study.
Participation in peer group discussion and directed reading of relevant texts & case studies
Independent research of relevant & related contemporary module related topics.

This module can also be undertaken as part of the Blended Learning (BL) delivery pattern. BL is defined as the thoughtful integration of each of the following in order to maximise student flexibility:
- Independent study (student reading/research and assessment preparation);
- Guided independent study (homework, group tasks and e-support in Blackboard);
- Online scheduled contact time (at least 10% of total contact time is online lessons where the tutor is ‘present’) and
- Classroom contact time.
Learning activities may include (this list is not exclusive):
- Presentation activities;
- Structured discussion activities;
- Group work activities;
- Reflection activities;
- Formative and summative assessment activities;
- Problem-based learning activities.

• VLE learning support material to be provided for independent /self directed learning.
• Module handbooks
• Selected contemporary problem/practice based case examples
• Directed texts

FOR INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS ONLY

Rugman A & Collinson S. International Business 5th Edition (2009). Prentice Hall
Brooks I, Weatherstone J & Wilkinson G. The International Business Environment – Challenges & Changes 2nd Edition (2010). Prentice Hall
Dicken P. Global Shift – Managing the Contours of the World Economy 6th Edition (2009). SAGE Publications Ltd
Peng M & Meyer K. International Business (2011). CENGAGE Learning