International Business Environment and Global Strategy
Learn how various factors affect international business environments & influence global strategies by International Business Environment and Global Strategy.
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| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The International Business Environment and Global Strategy course by edX have been planned quite well to focus on the economic, political, social & institutional environment of countries. The content of the course has been decently aided with the description of the various related historical events and situations of the country’s leadership. The crucial role of farmers, labor, NGOs and the military has been profoundly discussed regarding the analysis of the country's environments.
The course reviews various aspects of global institutions such as WTO (World Trade Organization) & how its working affects business strategy and human welfare. It rigorously discusses & breaks down the pyramid to the very bottom & the excruciating challenges faced at the bottom, strategy for value creation in companies and various NGOs. It also talks about contemporary Japan, challenges faced by the aging population, the process of redefining the role of women & many other equivalent factors.
The Highlights
- Free to access
- Self-paced course
- Course length of 3 weeks
- Certification from edX
- Helpful course Handouts
- 2 to 4 hours of weekly efforts needed
- In association with IIM Bangalore
- Introductory level course
Programme Offerings
- video lectures
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | IIM Bangalore |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
Candidates opting for the ‘Verified track’ will receive an instructor-signed certificate after the completion of the course & a total score of 50% or higher.
What you will learn
With the International Business Environment and Global Strategy course by edX:
- Candidates will learn about various frameworks for country analysis.
- The influence of turbulent environments will also be explained with relevant case studies to the course takers.
- The base of the pyramid will be described neatly to the course takers.
- Complications at the bottom of the pyramid will also be witnessed in the course.
- Global strategies pertaining to South Africa will also be mentioned.
- Rural markets of India will also be thoroughly explained leveraging India’s rich experience in the implementation of global strategies.
- Candidates will get to learn about the Koizumi Era in a very intuitive manner with the help of dedicated video lectures.
- From the aspect of a global audience, the big issues of contemporary Japan are also included.
- Strategies during the recession are also included for the betterment & the understanding of the candidates.
- AIDS & the influence of Pandemics is also neatly described with crisp scenarios & examples.
Who it is for
The International Business Environment and Global Strategy course are strongly suggested in the following:
- Any individual interested in global strategies
- Anyone interested in business planning.
Admission Details
The admission process for the International Business Environment and Global Strategy course is very simple. Candidates are only recommended to keep their billing details & method ready.
Candidates can follow the mentioned steps to get enrolled:
Step 1: Candidates are required to visit the homepage of the course: https://www.edx.org/learn/international-business/indian-institute-of-management-bangalore-international-business-environment-and-global-strategy
Step 2: Candidates, after logging in edX are required to click on ‘Enroll’.
Step 3: The candidates can ‘upgrade’ to the verified track to get a shareable certificate.
The Syllabus
- In-depth analysis of Japan’s social, political, economic and institutional environment
- The contextual underpinning of the economic bubble and how it burst and led to Japan’s Lost Decade of the nineties
- Aspects of the historical context, such as Japan’s relations with China, and how that defines contemporary relations between the two countries
- The role of charismatic leaders, such as former Prime Minister Koizumi, in changing institutions
- The role played by diverse stakeholders, including the mafia
- Challenges faced by contemporary Japan, such as the ageing population, redefining the role of women, stimulating innovation and entrepreneurship, and meeting skill shortages, possibly through immigration
- Prime Minister Abe’s strategy to put Japan on a path of sustainable growth with the three arrows of “Abenomics”
- Framework for country analysis
- Brief review at the South Korean environment after the Second World War and the crisis during the late nineties
- Brief glimpses of the environments of Singapore, Chile and Turkey
- The strategy of a successful global company, McDonald’s, for addressing challenges when entering a turbulent and unfamiliar environment, that of the former Soviet Union
- Company strategies for addressing opportunities and challenges in complex environments
- Case of ITC in rural India
- Case of pricing of AIDS drugs in South Africa
- The role of the WTO and important stakeholders, like NGOs, in shaping the global rules of the game and affecting company strategies and human welfare
- Wrap up
Instructors
IIM Bangalore Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
2-4 hours of weekly input is recommended for this course.
There are no exclusive technical prerequisites for this course.
This course is taught by Mr. Sunil Vachani ( Former Director, IIM Bangalore).
No, only the candidates who score at least 50% of the total score are eligible for certification.
The audit access for the course expires after some time ( candidates can request expiration reminders by email).
Candidates can download the official edX app for learning in a hassle-free manner through mobile.
Yes. The candidates can read the video transcripts available in two languages: Hindi and English.