2018_IB3000_Online_Syllabus_Fall

August 2018

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

IB 3000. Introduction to International Business IA
Online

Semester: Fall 2018

PROFESSOR:

Name: ILKE KARDES, Ph.D. Email: [email protected] Office: HSBA - 3205

Office Hours: Wednesday, 10:30 am-12:30pm & 1:00-2:00pm; Thursday, 10:00 am-noon & 2:00-

3:00pm; by appointment (please send me an email)

Communication: Only email ([email protected]) or face-to-face. No phone calls. No

messaging board in BlazeView.

RECOMMENDED INFORMATION SOURCES:
BOOKS

International Business: The New Realities. (Recommended)
By S. Tamer Cavusgil, Gary Knight, John Riesenberger. 4th Edition. Pearson. 2016

International Business: The Challenges of Globalization. (Support material)
By John J. Wild, Kenneth L. Wild. 8th Edition. Pearson. 2015

In-class articles PERSONAL WEBSITES
Weekly updates https://www.pinterest.com/drkardes/
Games https://www.facebook.com/kardesdr/
http://drkardes.org/index.php/games/

LexisNexis VSU LIBRARY
Academic
http://www.valdosta.edu/academics/library/
>> Resources >> Databases A-Z >> L

REPORTS BY CONSULTING COMPANIES 1
- A.T. Kearney: www.atkearney.com/ideas-insights
- Boston Consulting Group: www.bcgperspectives.com
- Deloitte: www.deloitte.com
- KPMG: www.kpmg.com
- McKinsey&Company: www.mckinsey.com
- PricewaterhouseCoopers: www.pwc.com/us/en/publications.html

NEWSPAPERS

- Paperboy-World Newspapers: www.thepaperboy.com/newspapers-by-country.cfm
- World Newspapers: www.world-newspapers.com/index.html
- BBC News: news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/country_profiles/default.stm
- Bloomberg Businessweek: www.bloomberg.com/businessweek
- Financial Times: www.ft.com
- IB Times: www.ibtimes.com/business
- Wall Street Journal: www.wsj.com/news/business

PORTALS

- GlobalEdge: www.globaledge.msu.edu
- CIA-The World Factbook: www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/
- National Geographic-Countries:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/destinations-a-z/
- U.S. Department of State: www.state.gov/misc/list/index.htm
- World Economic Forum: www.weforum.org
- World Bank-Countries: www.worldbank.org/en/country
- World Bank-Doing Business Ranking: www.doingbusiness.org/rankings

FUN SITES: DOCUMENTARIES

- World in 60 Seconds with Ian Bremmer:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxKxGv01VZEgXQL-BnQ6_MQ4B3S8jJCSG

- VICE Documentary – HBO: http://www.hbo.com/vice/episodes/index.html
- CNN – Anthony Bourdain: http://www.cnn.com/video/shows/anthony-bourdain-

parts-unknown/

- National Geographic: http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/travel
- An Idiot Abroad:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIlxqnBuDM5dRMTuFL6wdOJEbEbJ0x0dq

- A Hologram for the King (2016) FUN SITES: MOVIES
- Shanghai Calling (2012)
- The Dictator (2012) - Eat, Pray, Love (2010)
- Outsourced (2006)
- My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
- The Spanish Apartment (2002)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course examines the worldwide integration of economic, political,
and socio-cultural aspects of business in order to explore and understand the impact of
globalization on countries, organizations, and individuals. Students develop a world-view of
the global marketplace. They learn how knowledge and understanding of the global
environment affect business functions. Special consideration is given to the main issues in
ethics, global social responsibility, and technology.

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Follow up Course to IB 3000: IB 4900. International Business Capstone.
IB 4900. International Business Capstone, 3.0 credit hours. (PREREQUISITE: IB 3000). Capstone
course required of International Business majors. Strategic management concepts to
integrated into the functions of International Business. Analysis of international business
situations, diagnosis of international business problems and opportunities, and application of
functional and strategic concepts to increase organizational effectiveness on the international
scale are emphasized. This course builds on IB 3000 where students examine globalization of
markets and are exposed to the macro environment of international business. Attention shifts
in this course to the individual firm and the decisions it faces in internationalization. Both small,
entrepreneurial firms as well as large multinational enterprises are examined. Topics addressed
include: formulating an internationalization strategy, assessment of global market
opportunities, foreign market entry modes, marketing strategies, and management of human
resources and financial transactions.

COURSE SECTION POLICIES

COURSE OBJECTIVES: By the end of this course, you should be able to:
1. Develop thought processes and analytical skills essential to a global mindset.
2. Practice critical thinking by keeping current with global events and discussing their
implications.
3. Understand the role of globalization in shaping the business environment and assess
trends, challenges and opportunities created by the globalization of business practices.
4. Identify complexities introduced by globalization and integrate concepts learned in this
class with those acquired in other courses.
5. Identify and evaluate major issues related to ethics and social responsibility in the
international arena. Critically evaluate various components of a national environment:
technological, cultural, economic, political, and legal systems, and their influence on
business practices and strategies.
6. Examine trade and investment theories and patterns, and critically evaluate the role of
governments and their impact on the international business environment.
7. Critically evaluate the role of trade and investment agreements and other forms of
regional economic integration on local and national economies.
8. Apply the concepts learned and knowledge gained in the case of specific international
organizations.
9. Develop research and learning skills.

COURSE METHODOLOGY: The central theme of this class will be the study and evaluation of the
international business environment. The primary teaching vehicles may be lectures, class
discussions, videos, speakers, team projects, and/or a term paper. You must read the
designated text material and all other assigned readings.

COURSE STRUCTURE: This course will be delivered entirely online through the course
management system BlazeView (D2L). In BlazeView, you will access online lessons, course
materials, and resources. Online sessions may be a blend of self-paced and/or group
activities. Activities may consist of chat, blogs, discussion forums, email, journaling, blogging,
wikis, and web posting.

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BLAZEVIEW (D2L) ABILITY, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE: You are expected to be proficient in the
use of BlazeView. Specifically, you should be able to read, upload, and download files; read
and send e-mail messages, read and post messages on the discussion board; and hold chat
room discussions. You are also expected to check the BlazeView page daily for any changes
and updates. A good place to start is:
http://www.valdosta.edu/academics/elearning/blazeview.php

ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT-DISABILITIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS: Students with disabilities who
are experiencing barriers in this course may contact the Access Office for assistance in
determining and implementing reasonable accommodations. The Access Office is located in
Farbar Hall. The phone numbers are 229-245-2498 (V), 229-375-5871. For more information,
please visit VSU’s Access Office or email: [email protected]

MISCELLANEOUS POLICIES: Show respect for the instructor and your classmates:
• Students are responsible for obtaining the course materials including lecture slides and the

books. The instructor is not responsible to provide you the book. Not having a book is not a
legitimate excuse.
• All information regarding the class are available in the syllabus or in the Announcement at
BlazeView. Students are responsible for following updates regarding the class. The instructor
is not required to email class-related information.
• IF YOU SEND AN E-MAIL: Please (1) use my Valdosta.edu email address listed at the
beginning of this syllabus. I do not use any other email address or the instant messaging of
the BlazeView for this course, (2) type “IB 3000-online” in the subject line of your e-mail
message. If you do not, the e-mail will NOT be read, and (3) identify yourself with your
name in the e-mail.

LATE WORK: No late work or make-up homework/presentations will be accepted. Please do
not ask for any exception to this policy.

MAKE-UP EXAMINATIONS: No make-up exams will be given and absolutely no additional
projects are assigned in order to increase one’s grade before or after the final exam. Please
do not ask for any exception to this policy.

TITLE IX STATEMENT: Valdosta State University (VSU) is committed to creating a diverse and
inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. VSU is
dedicated to creating an environment where all campus community members feel valued,
respected, and included. Valdosta State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of
race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence),
sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran
status, in the University's programs and activities as required by applicable laws and
regulations such as Title IX. The individual designated with responsibility for coordination of
compliance efforts and receipt of inquiries concerning nondiscrimination policies is the
University's Title IX Coordinator: The Director of the Office of Social Equity, [email protected],
1208 N. Patterson St., Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia 31698, 229-333-5463.

VSU ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY: VSU seeks to accomplish this mission in a dynamic, student-
centered learning environment marked by a respect for diverse abilities, backgrounds, and
contributions by all members of the university community. All university and college regulations
concerning academic honesty shall apply. In general, students are expected to recognize

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and uphold standards of intellectual and academic integrity. The University assumes as a
minimum standard of conduct in academic matters that students be honest and that they
submit for credit only the products of their own efforts.
It is particularly important that students read and understand the portions of the University
Policy on Academic Honesty that relate to plagiarism, unauthorized collaboration, falsification,
and multiple submissions. The University Policy on Academic Honesty is explained in detail in
the student handbook, available online at
https://www.valdosta.edu/academics/academic-affairs/academic-honesty-at-
vsu.php
This Policy represents a core value of the University. All members of the University community
are responsible for knowing and abiding by its tenets. Students are expected to carefully
review the online Policy prior to undertaking any research or other assignments.
Behavior consistent with College and University policies on academic honesty and treatment
of members of the University community is expected of all. Cheating, plagiarizing, submitting
the material for credit in more than one class, and other deceptive conduct with respect to a
student’s work output will be dealt with according to the University Policy on Academic
Honesty. Academic integrity is the responsibility of all VSU faculty and students. Faculty
members should promote academic integrity by including clear instruction on the
components of academic integrity and clearly defining the penalties for cheating and
plagiarism in their course syllabi. Students are responsible for knowing and abiding by the
Academic Integrity Policy as set forth in the Student Code of Conduct and the faculty
members’ syllabi. All students are expected to do their own work and to uphold a high
standard of academic ethics.
Plagiarism and misrepresentation of work are serious offenses, which can lead to expulsion
and a grade of “F” for the course. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, taking material
from any source written by another and presenting it as your own by failing to indicate full and
accurate attribution to the correct author/creator. This includes marginally altering material
taken from another source and calling it your own creation. Plagiarism includes materials
taken from internet sources. A proper citation requires quote marks or other distinctive set-offs
for the material, followed directly by a reference to the source. The source details may be in
the footnotes/endnotes/references section, but only listing a reference without proper
indication in the text is not proper attribution and can be considered plagiarism.
Misrepresentation of work includes, but is not limited to, presenting material that was prepared
for another class or outside work as an original work product that was produced for this class.
All work turned in for this class is represented by the student(s) to be original material prepared
in fulfillment of this course’s requirements.
By taking this course, you agree that all required coursework may be subject to submission for
textual similarity review to Turnitin, a tool within BlazeVIEW. For more information on the use of
Turnitin at VSU see Turnitin for Students at http://www.valdosta.edu/academics/academic-
affairs/turnitin-for-students.php .
Students are encouraged to discuss freely with faculty any questions they may have
pertaining to the provisions of the Policy on Academic Honesty prior to submitting assignments.
Lack of knowledge of the contents of the University Policy on Academic Honesty is not an
acceptable defense to any charge of academic dishonesty.

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STUDENT ASSESSMENT: Your constructive evaluation of this course plays an indispensable role in
shaping education at Valdosta State University. At the end of the term, all students will be
expected to complete an online Student Opinion of Instruction survey (SOI) that will be
available on BANNER. Students will receive an email notification through their VSU email
address when the SOI is available (generally at least one week before the end of the term).
SOI responses are anonymous to instructors/administrators. Instructors will be able to view only
a summary of all responses after they have submitted final grades. While instructors will not be
able to view individual responses or to access any of the data until after final grade
submission, they will be able to see which students have or have not completed their SOIs.
These compliance and non-compliance reports will not be available once instructors are able
to access the results. Complete information about the SOIs, including how to access the
survey and a timetable for this term is available at SOI Procedures and Timelines
(https://www.valdosta.edu/academics/academic-affairs/sois/welcome.php ).

VSU WITHDRAWAL POLICY: A student who withdraws before the midpoint of the semester or
term will receive a “W”. A student who withdraws after the midpoint will automatically receive
a “WF.” You are responsible for understanding and adhering to the W limit policy which is

described at https://www.valdosta.edu/academics/academic-
affairs/advising/withdrawal-policy.php

ASSIGNMENTS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

EXAMINATIONS: The exams may be a combination of any of the following: multiple choice,
true/false, scenarios, definitions, short answers, and/or essays. Exam dates and subject matter
information are available at the section called TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE on the last page
of this syllabus. All class materials including the recommended books, the lecture slides and
other materials such as videos, articles in BlazeView are relevant to the preparation for exams.
There are two proctored exams for this course. Exams must be taken either at the VSU
Office of Testing or by using the "ProctorU" online testing service. Scheduling and
payment for the exam proctoring site or service are the responsibility of the student.
Exams must be taken during the designated multi-day exam window. There will be no
make-up exams. For detailed information on ProctorU, please see the folder called
"ProctorU".

Guidelines for Requesting a Variance for Midterm and Final Exam: You must follow the 6
guidelines below to obtain a variance date to take the midterm or final exam:

• Contact to your instructor at least one month before the exam date.
• You must have a legitimate reason that is officially documented.
• Legitimate reasons are: (1) illness, only you; others are not considered. – a note in

English from doctor required; (2) death in family - copy of death notice; (3) jury duty
- bring official notice from court; (4) religious holidays; (5) the wedding of an
immediate family member only - Others are not considered. Copies of a wedding
invitation and statement of kinship must support those requests.
• Students must make arrangements with their employers to leave work in plenty of
time to attend the exams. Missing an exam due to business requirements is not a
legitimate reason.
• The instructor will check the legitimacy of the reason provided by the student.
• You will be notified of the location and exact time closer to the date of the exam.

QUIZ: The exams may be a combination of any of the following: multiple choice, true/false,
scenarios, definitions, short answers, and/or essays. Exam dates and subject matter information
are available at the section called TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE on the last page of this
syllabus. There are no make-ups for quizzes. Missed quizzes are graded zero. Please do not ask
for any exceptions to this policy. All quizzes will be graded.

How to prepare for the exams and quizzes:
- Review the slides. They will give you an idea of the chapter.
- Read the chapter (including cases) in the books, at least twice.
- Quiz yourself using the study questions (discussion questions, critical thinking exercises,
applications and cases) at the end of each chapter in the book. If you think that you
are not enough successful in answering those questions, read the chapter and quiz
yourself again.

HOMEWORK: The instructor will assign a homework assignment. The detailed information on the
type of homework such as the content and the style will be announced in BlazeView. The
purpose of the homework is to go beyond the textbook, to gain the perspective of consulting
companies, and to enhance your ability for critical analysis.
The due date of the homework is available at the section called TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE
on the last page of this syllabus. There is no make-up for homework. A missed homework
assignment is graded zero. Please do not ask for any exceptions to this policy.

GRADING POLICY: POINTS PERCENTAGE
ITEMS 35 35%
Exam I 35 35%
Exam II 10 10%
Quiz 20 20%
Homework 100 100%
TOTAL POINTS

GRADE ASSIGNMENT

Letter Points Performance GPA
A 4 per hour
B 90 – 100 Excellent 3 per hour
C 2 per hour
D 80 – 89 Good 1 per hour
F 0
WF 70 – 79 Satisfactory 0

60 – 69 Passing

0 – 59 Failing

-- Withdrew failing

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TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE (Subject to change)

The course syllabus provides a general plan for the course; deviations may be necessary.
Your instructor will keep you informed of any changes through BlazeView or e-mail.

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Aug 13-17 1: Internationalization
Aug 20-24
Aug 27-31 2: Globalization
Quiz 1: Chapters 1 & 2 [2 points]

3: Culture

Sep 10-14 Quiz 2: Chapter 3 [1 points]

Sep 17-21 4: Ethics

Sep 24-28 Quiz 3: Chapter 4 [1 points]
Oct 1-4 Exam 1 (Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4) (Oct 1, 9am-Oct 4, 11:59pm) [35 points]

Oct 8-9 No Class: Fall Break

Oct 10-12 5: IB Theory

Oct 15-19 5: IB Theory
Oct 22-26 Quiz 4: Chapter 5 [2 points]

6: Political and legal environment
7: Government intervention & Regional integration

Oct 29-Nov 2 Quiz 5: Chapters 6 & 7 [2 points]

Nov 5-9 8: Emerging markets

Nov 12-16 Quiz 6: Chapter 8 [1 points]

Nov 19-23 No Class: Thanksgiving
Nov 26-30
Nov 26 9: Financial and monetary environment
Quiz 7: Chapter 9 [1 points]

Due date for homework (11:59pm) [20 points]

Dec 4-6 Exam 2 (Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) (Dec 4, 9am-Dec 6, 11:59pm) [35 points]

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(1) You are responsible to review the lecture slides, the book, and any other materials
uploaded in BlazeView such as videos and articles for the exams and quizzes.
(2) No make-ups for exams and quizzes. No late work for homewok.
(3) The exams are proctored. You have to schedule your exam at ProctorU or at the VSU
Testing Office.

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