IBUS1001

IBUS1001: Introduction to Global Business

Business and Law

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About this Unit

This unit provides an introduction to global perspectives on conducting business in a global context. It explores the operational environment of international businesses; the core functions of global businesses; as well as global business ethics, responsible management and professionalism in the workplace. The unit will help students to broaden the scope of their thinking from a global perspective when planning and implementing organisational and business strategies and personal work ethics in global markets. The unit is aligned to Curtin’s Graduate Capabilities GRIT mindset – Global, Responsible, Innovative, Technology-oriented. Specifically, IBUS1001 adopts a Global outlook on institutional differences amongst country contexts, encourages curiosity, understanding, and appreciation of differences, as well as openness towards continuous learning and development. Furthermore, the unit encourages Responsibility in aligning with UN SDGs, appreciation of ethics, social responsibility, and sustainability, together with exercising inclusivity and compassion. Innovative mindset adoption involves embracing change as well as critical analysis of issues to challenge outdated inertias and design novel solutions that are flexible and situational. Finally, Technological mindset will provide an outlook on emerging technological trends and their impact on global business.

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Unit Details

Credits25

Contact Hours2 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Management and Marketing (1276)

Field of Education080311 International Business

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Tuition Pattern

Online Class12 x 1 hour semesterly
Tutorial12 x 2 hours semesterly

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