Course Overview
This course introduces the foundational concepts, paradigms, and limitations of organizational theories, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, design, and manage organizations. It examines both macro-level aspects, such as structures, technology, and external environments, and internal processes like culture, decision-making, and conflict management. Through lectures, readings, discussions, case studies, and research projects, students develop a comprehensive understanding of organizational dynamics and their practical implications in various sectors.
Course Objectives
- Introduce students to foundational concepts and paradigms in organizational theories.
- Provide tools to understand and analyze organizational structures and processes.
- Explore the impact of environmental and technological factors on organizations.
- Examine internal dynamics, such as culture, leadership, and decision-making.
- Foster critical thinking through case studies and research projects.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand what organizations are, how they are constructed, and how they function.
- Analyze public sector organizations and evaluate the impact of environmental factors on their performance.
- Grasp and critically assess key organizational theories and related research.
- Apply concepts such as leadership, culture, structure, bureaucracy, motivation, and performance to organizational challenges.
- Examine and navigate complex systems within organizational contexts.
Course Overview
This course introduces students to international business theories and their practical implementation at the graduate level. It covers essential topics, including regional and global strategies, multinational enterprises, international politics and culture, international trade, foreign direct investments, and international financial markets. Through case studies and analytical frameworks, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the global business system, its evolution, and the interconnected factors shaping international commerce.
Course Objectives
- Introduce foundational theories and strategies of international business.
- Explore the roles of multinational enterprises in regional and global markets.
- Examine the impact of international politics, culture, and economics on business decisions.
- Provide insights into international trade, foreign investments, and financial markets.
- Highlight ethical considerations, sustainability, and governance in global business practices.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the complexities of the global business environment.
- Identify and evaluate cross-cultural business dynamics and their implications.
- Gain insights into the economic development of nations and their role in global trade.
- Interpret and apply key theories of international trade and foreign investments.
- Understand the political economy of international trade and its influence on business strategies.