Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Factors that have an impact on managerial effectiveness in an international organization: language, religion, values and attitudes, educational structure, social organization, technology, political climate, and legal environment. Additional work required of graduate students.

A fusion of two areas of study: global business and entrepreneurship. The theories, concepts, and tools of international business are discussed from the perspective of the entrepreneur. Additional work required of graduate students.

Analysis of the business, economic, and financial environment of emerging markets. Portfolio investment analysis and corporate financial policy and strategies in emerging markets.

International business environment. Pattern and distribution of trade, exchange rates, International Monetary System, new international economic order, impact of the multinational firm on the world economy.

Cross-national comparison of personnel- and industrial- relations practices and selection, training, and compensation theory and practice associated with managing expatriate employees.

Major financial decisions of international firms in context of special risks and opportunities. Foreign direct investment theory.

Impact of the international environment on international marketing activities.

Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.

The implications of differences in international financial reporting practices for financial analysis and decision making. Foreign currency translation, mergers and acquisitions, transfer pricing, taxation, derivatives, and risk management.

Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.

The legal environment of international business: the framework of international law and organizations influencing the transactions of international business. Topics include the international law, international contracts, customs, and world trade law.

Strategic decision-making in the international environment. Critical factors in growth and stability, profitability, market share, and return on investment. Relationship between the enterprise and its legal, economic, political, and cultural environments.

Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.