A course on the basics of international business, which is implemented according to the curriculum of the University of Eastern Finland (UEF).
Timetable: Irrespective of time in UEF period 4 (Spring 2026). Alternative exam dates 2025-2026: 22.4.2025 at 15-19, 21.5.2026 at 14-18, 11.6.2026 at 14-18, 27.8.2026
Content:
- Key concepts of international business theory and practice.
- Key actors of international business and principles of their operations.
- Major elements of political, legal, economic environments, related risks.
- Cultural dimensions and risks in the light of international business communication and relationship-building.
- Essentials of business ethics in the international context.
- Essentials of international trade, FDI and regional economic integration.
- Key features of emerging markets’ business environment and local actors.
Objectives: Student will be able to
- Define the main concepts of international business
- Understand the complexity and dynamic nature of international business
- Develop an overview about main actors, economic and political forces of international business
- Understand the underlying rationales of the impact of international environment on business activities
- Identify and classify the major risks and opportunities of global marketplace.
Study methods: Independent study online and an online exam (on Moodle), total of 162 h.
Evaluation: 0–5
Study materials:
- Cavusgil, S.T., Knight, G. & Riesenberger, J.: International Business. The New Realities. Fifth Edition or newer. Pearson Prentice Hall. (Also e-book available in the UEF library)
- Other course material on Moodle
Teacher: Sari-Johanna Karhapää
When you have enrolled in the course, the Summer University will send you instructions on how to register with UEF registration system Ilpa. Please contact the Summer University customer service if you do not receive a message! Remember to also check your spam folder. After registering for Ilpa, you will receive instructions from UEF on how to activate your username and student email, as well as a link and instructions for the eLearn Moodle learning environment.
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