Unit Outline 10835 International Management 375 Semester 2, 2012

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School of Management
Unit Outline
10835 International Management 375
Semester 2, 2012
Unit study package number: 10835
Mode of study:
Tuition pattern summary:
Internal
Credit Value: 25.0
Pre-requisite units:
Lecture: 1 x 1.5 Hours
Tutorial: 1 x 1.5 Hours
This unit does not have a fieldwork component.
10848 (v.0) Management 100 or any previous version
Co-requisite units:
Anti-requisite units:
Result type:
Approved incidental fees:
Unit coordinator:
Nil
Nil
Grade/Mark
Information about approved incidental fees can be obtained from our website. Visit
fees.curtin.edu.au/incidental_fees.cfm for details.
Name: Subra Ananthram
Phone: +618 9266 1312
Email: Subramaniam.Ananthram@cbs.curtin.edu.au
Building: 408
Room: 3047D
Teaching Staff:
Administrative contact: Name: Tonia Geneste
Phone: +618 9266 7292
Email:
Tonia.Geneste@cbs.curtin.edu.au
Learning Management System: Blackboard (lms.curtin.edu.au)
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Acknowledgement of Country
We respectfully acknowledge the Indigenous Elders, custodians, their descendants and kin of this land past and
present.
Syllabus
This unit acquaints students with current international management theory and practice, encouraging interest and
enthusiasm for an international business career. It provides students with an introduction to methodologies for studying
management from a comparative perspective, and highlights the emerging issues for an international manager. The
practical issues of adaptation needed in cross-cultural or cross-national managerial interfaces are considered
extensively and students learn to analyse management problems and generate solutions to real-life issues and
problems.
Introduction
Welcome to International Management 375. The unit is vital for students interested in a career in international business
and is designed to assist their appreciation and understanding of the importance of cross-cultural issues in doing
business across various national contexts.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit students can:
1 Identify and explain the key factors that shape management approaches in international
organisations
2 Apply relevant concepts and theories to analysing and solving international management
problems and issues
3 Analyse the importance of external disciplines in relation to international management (e.g.
economics, geography, history, languages, law, and political science)
4 Develop cross-cultural skills and awareness and apply these to oral presentations and seminar
interactions
Curtin's Graduate Attributes
Apply discipline knowledge
Thinking skills
(use analytical skills to solve problems)
Graduate
Attributes
addressed
Information skills
(confidence to investigate new ideas)
Communication skills
International perspective
(value the perspectives of others)
Technology skills
Cultural understanding
(value the perspectives of others)
Learning how to learn
(apply principles learnt to new situations)
(confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems)
Professional Skills
(work independently and as a team)
(plan own work)
Find out more about Curtin's Graduate attributes at the Office of Teaching & Learning website: otl.curtin.edu.au
Learning Activities
Students are provided with a solid theoretical, practical and integrated understanding of the core international
management paradigms relevant to contemporary organisations. Lectures provide the theoretical basis and
understanding of the international management concepts. Tutorials provide an opportunity for students to apply and
discuss the theory learned in lectures, to practical examples. Real-life cases are used to demonstrate how theory can be
applied in practice. This format allows students to develop some of the particular communication (written, presentation
and teamwork) skills that employers seek in university graduates.
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Learning Resources
Essential Texts
You will need to purchase the following textbook(s) in order to complete this unit:
Deresky, H. 2011. International Management: Managing Across Borders and Cultures. 7th ed. Upper
Saddle River: Pearson. IMPORTANT NOTE: Several versions of the core textbook have been published,
including an Asian and an Australian version. Students must use the international edition (ISBN-10:
01/0132545551 ISBN-13: 978-0132545556). The alternative books do not contain key required materials. The
companion website for this text that will be attached to the new books contains valuable resources for students
and includes an interactive student study guide.
Other Resources
Recommended Texts
You do not have to purchase the following textbooks but you may like to refer to them.
Adler, N., 2002.
International Dimensions of Organisational Behaviour. 4 th ed. Boston: Thomson, South Western.
Bartlett, C. A., and S. Ghoshal. 1992. Transnational Management: Text, Cases, and Readings in Cross Border
Management. Homewood, Illinios: Irwin, Inc.
Ball D., McCulloch, W. H., Geringer, M., and Minor, M. S. 2002. International Business: The Challenge of Global
Competition. 9 th ed. Boston: McGraw-HillIrwin.
Czinkota, M.R., Ronkainen, I.A., and M. H. Moffett. 2005. International Business. 7 th ed. Thomson, South Western:
Ohio.
Fisher, G., Hughes, R., Griffin, R, and Pustay, M. 2006. International Business: Managing in the Asia Pacific. 3 rd ed.
Pearson Education: Frenchs Forest, NSW.
Hill, C. 2002.
International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace: Postscript 2002. Boston: IrwinMcGraw-Hill.
Hodgetts, R., and F. Luthans. 2003. International Management: Culture, Strategy and Behaviour. 5 th ed. Boston:
IrwinMcGraw-Hill Inc.
Holt, D. H., and K. W. Wigginton. 2002. International Management. 2 nd ed. Fort Worth: Harcourt College.
McFarlin, D. B. and P. D. Sweeney. 2006. International Management: Strategic opportunities and cultural challenges.
3 rd ed. Cincinnati, Ohio: South-Western College Publishing.
Thomas, D.C. 2002. Essentials of International Management: A Cross Cultural Perspective. Thousand Oaks: Sage
Publications.Wild, J. J.,
Wild, K. L., Han, J. C. Y., and Rammal, H. G. 2007. International Business: The Challenges of Globalisation. Pearson
Education: Frenchs Forest, NSW.
Assessment
Assessment Schedule
Task Value % Date Due
Unit Learning
Outcome(s)
Assessed
1 Portfolio 35 percent TBA 1,3,4
2 Written Assignment 30 percent TBA 2,3,4
3 Final Examination 35 percent TBA 1,2,3
Detailed information on assessment tasks
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1. Assessment 1: Portfolio - Tutorial Preparation and Case Study Facilitation
Worth: 35% overall
PART A: Tutorial Preparation – Solutions to Tutorial Activities [Weeks 3-11 = 2.5 marks per week scaled
up to 25 marks total]
Due: 4 pm Monday of Teaching Week 11.
Starting week 3 (upto week 11), you are required to prepare solutions to the set tutorial activities on a weekly
basis. You are required to compile and submit the weekly solutions as a single portfolio document online
by the due date and time. The preparation component will help you learn and understand each weekly topic.
Students are expected to conduct additional research to substantiate their responses. It is expected that each
week’s solution will have a MAXIMUM word count of 750 words.
Your tutor will go through the solutions in class on a weekly basis. You are required to discuss your solutions of
the weekly set tutorial activities in class. You are strongly encouraged to share your ideas and add value by
participating in class discussions.
You will be assessed based on the marking guide available on Blackboard against the five criteria (for each
weeks solution), namely, completeness, understanding, research, analysis and writing mechanics.
ONLINE SUBMISSION: The compiled document MUST BE submitted through the blackboard. You need to go
to ‘Assessments’ then you need to click on the link ‘Tutorial Preparation’ ‘View/Complete’ assessment with your
tutorial class or campus location that has the TURNITIN logo. There is NO need to submit a HARD COPY of
your assessment. Your tutor &/or local lecturer will have access to your assessment in soft copy
through the system.
PART B: Case Study Facilitation – [10 Marks total] Due - Once during the semester (weeks 3-11)
You will be required to prepare for, and facilitate the discussion on that week’s end of chapter case study from
the text book. You will be assessed based on the case study facilitation marking guide available on the
blackboard that will look mainly into your preparation, contribution to, and control of, case study questions and
discussions using the five criteria in this marking rubric.
The tutorial preparation and case study facilitation is worth 35 marks in total and will be marked against the
following general criteria
Evidence of completing preliminary reading & preparation activities from Blackboard
Evidence of applying theoretical knowledge to analysing the set weekly case study problems
Evidence of research into other organisations and theories that demonstrate practical application of the
theory
Contributing thoughtful comments and questions to group and class discussions
Actively enabling other class members to participate in discussions
Preparation and facilitation of discussions in the weeks you are a designated discussion leader
Your tutor will assess each student in accordance with the assessment criteria listed above.
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2. Assessment 2 – Research Report - Group
Worth: 30%
Due: 4pm Monday of teaching week 8
Based on study groups (4 students per group maximum), students are required to prepare a 3000 word (plus or
minus 300 words) research report, based on the set research topic. Papers are due by 4pm on the Monday of
teaching week 8. While the system will be allowed to accept any late submissions, the system will mark those as
late. Late papers will be penalised at the rate of 10% for each calendar day the assignment is late. Papers
submitted or e-mailed in after seven calendar days (without prior arrangement with and approval of the Unit
Coordinator) will not be assessed and will receive a zero mark. The research report must be submitted in soft
copy online. Please see below further details of online submission.
You will be assessed on your ability to recognise, analyse and discuss the key issues in the topic; and on your
ability to appropriately use reference material in support of your arguments. The quality of the sources of
information you use, as well as your referencing skills (e.g. establishing linkages amongst the sources used
within the assignment etc…), will be assessed. Written assignments must use the Chicago Referencing System
16 and papers that are unsatisfactorily referenced will be unmarked and students will be notified. You are
expected to use at least twelve (12) different academic sources to support your arguments and discussion. The
use of WIKIPEDIA online encyclopaedia is not allowed. This is not an essay task, it is a REPORT.
It is
your responsibility to understand the format of a report. There are numerous business communication books
that will show you the format/layout if you are unsure of what is required. In addition, our CBS Skills and
Communications Centre provide ‘high flyers’ to assist you in your writing. It is worth it to check their website: htt
p://www.business.curtin.edu.au/business/current-students/writing-and-study-skills-support
The Executive Summary needs to be included but is NOT counted in your word count. Please design and
include a cover page in line with the one found on the Blackboard.
ONLINE SUBMISSION: Assignments MUST BE submitted through the blackboard. You need to go to ‘Assessm
ents’ then you need to click on the link ‘Research report’ ‘View/Complete’ assessment with your tutorial class or
campus location that has the TURNITIN logo. There is NO need to submit a HARD COPY of your
assessment. Your tutor &/or local lecturer will have access to your assessment in soft copy through the
system. Please ensure you submit a well-organized and professional assessment (REPORT) INCLUDING
the reference list.
Research Topic
Each group will be required to critically address the research topic (see below) providing supporting examples
where appropriate. Students should be prepared to draw from different sources and provide an evaluation of
relevant scholarly perspectives pertaining to each question covered. Your assessment research topic is:
Explain the role of cross-border joint ventures in the internationalisation process. What are they and why
are they important? Using a case study approach, research one successful and one unsuccessful
cross-border joint venture. Identify and discuss the reasons why one succeeded and the other one failed.
Based on your findings, make recommendations on how organisations can successfully manage
cross-border joint ventures.
The following sections must be included in your report: Executive summary, introduction, main body (use
sub-sections/headings), concluding recommendations and reference list.
NB: Though this research project can be completed without the need to contact any organisation, but in case you
intend to contact any organisation for the purpose of completing this research project, students must provide the
unit Coordinator/lecturer and tutor with full details of the organisation(s) before any such contact is made to allow
the Unit Coordinator seek the appropriate ETHICS approval from the University, which might take a long time. F
urther, it is expected that students keep the unit coordinator, &/or local lecturer and tutor fully informed
throughout the semester as any industry or external organisational contacts develop. Indeed, this needs a
special treatment by the university’s research department.
Further assessment information is available on the Blackboard including the key rubric and the marking guide.
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3.
Assessment 3 – Exam
Worth: 35%
A final examination consisting of two essay type questions (each worth 10%) and one case study (worth 15%)
will be conducted during the examination period. All questions will be based upon course content. It will be a clos
ed book examination. It is recommended that you collate and regularly revise your notes from readings, lectures,
tutorials and YOUR further research. This will assist you to see the main themes and to more clearly understand
key concepts and ideas. By the end of the semester, you should be able to answer questions such as the
following:
How does globalisation impact upon the role of the international manager?
What factors influence national culture?
Describe why a company would choose to adopt a global functional structure.
How can national culture impact upon job motivation?
These are examples of the questions worth 10% each.
The case studies will require students to show an understanding of the concepts related to International
Management and be able to apply those in a practical manner to the case studies provided.
Students are required to list their local lecturer &/or class tutor’s name on the front cover of the examination
booklet. Only examination booklets correctly completed will be marked.
The final exam will be held during the formal examination period. It is the responsibility of the student to
check the date, time and venue of the final examination on the Curtin website. This information will NOT
be provided by the Unit Coordinator, the lecturers or tutors.
Fair assessment through moderation
Moderation describes a quality assurance process to ensure that assessments are appropriate to the learning
outcomes, and that student work is evaluated consistently by assessors. Minimum standards for the moderation of
assessment are described in the Assessment Manual, available from
policies.curtin.edu.au/policies/teachingandlearning.cfm
Late penalties
Late Assessment Policy
This ensures that the requirements for submission of assignments and other work to be assessed are fair, transparent,
equitable, and that penalties are consistently applied.
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All assessments which students are required to submit will have a due date and time specified on the Unit
Outline.
Accepting late submission of assignments or other work will be determined by the unit coordinator or Head of
School and will be specified on the Unit Outline.
If late submission of assignments or other work is not accepted, students will receive a penalty of 100% after the
due date and time ie a zero mark for the late assessment.
If late submission of assignments or other work is accepted, students will be penalised by ten percent per
calendar day for a late assessment submission (eg a mark equivalent to 10% of the total allocated for the
assessment will be deducted from the marked value for every day that the assessment is late). This means that
an assignment worth 20 will have two marks deducted per calendar day late. Hence if it was handed in three
calendar days late and marked as 12/20, the student would receive 6/20. An assessment more than seven
calendar days overdue will not be marked. Work submitted after this time (due date plus seven days) may
result in a Fail - Incomplete (F-IN) grade being awarded for the unit.
Pass requirements
Students must obtain an overall mark of 50/100 (50%) and attempt all assessments to pass this unit.
Referencing style
Students should use the Chicago referencing style when preparing assignments.
More information can be found on this style from the Library web site: library.curtin.edu.au.
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Plagiarism
Plagiarism occurs when work or property of another person is presented as one's own, without appropriate
acknowledgement or referencing. Plagiarism is a serious offence. For more information refer to
academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au.
Plagiarism Monitoring
Work submitted may be subjected to a plagiarism detection process, which may include the use of systems such as
'Turnitin'. For further information, see academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/students/turnitin.cfm.
Additional information
Academic Integrity
Work submitted will be subjected to a detection process, which includes the use of ‘Turnitin’. For further information see
http://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/students/turnitin.cfm. This semester, ‘Turnitin’ is embedded in the blackboard, so
the minute you submit your assessment, it will be assessed through ‘Turnitin’.
Enrolment:
It is your responsibility to ensure that your enrolment is correct - you can check your enrolment through the eStudent
option on OASIS, where you can also print an Enrolment Advice.
Supplementary/Deferred Exams:
Supplementary and deferred examinations will be held at a date to be advised. Notification to students will be made
after the Board of Examiners meeting via the Official Communications Channel (OCC) in OASIS. It is the student's
responsibility to check their OASIS account on a weekly basis for official Curtin correspondence. If your results show
that you have been awarded a supplementary or deferred exam you should immediately check your OASIS email for
details.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of every student to be aware of all relevant legislation, policies and procedures relating to their
rights and responsibilities as a student. These include:
the Student Charter
the University's Guiding Ethical Principles
the University's policy and statements on plagiarism and academic integrity
copyright principles and responsibilities
the University's policies on appropriate use of software and computer facilities
Information on all these things is available through the University's "Student Rights and Responsibilities website at:
students.curtin.edu.au/rights.
Disability
Students with a disability or medical condition (e.g. mental health condition, chronic illness, physical or sensory
disability, learning disability) are encouraged to seek advice from Disability Services www.disability.curtin.edu.au. A
Disability Advisor will work with you and liaise with staff to identify strategies to assist you to meet unit (including
fieldwork education) and course requirements, where possible. It is important to note that the staff of the university may
not be able to meet your needs if they are not informed of your individual circumstances.
Recent unit changes
We welcome feedback as one way to keep improving this unit. Students are encouraged to provide unit feedback
through eVALUate, Curtin's online student feedback system (see evaluate.curtin.edu.au/info/ ). Recent changes to this
unit include:
Changes to submission of assessment 1 Part A and development of new marking criteria and template.
Case study facilitation marks and marking criteria.
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See evaluate.curtin.edu.au to find out when you can eVALUate
this unit.
Program calendar
Semester 2, 2012 Program Calendar
Teaching
Week
Week
Begin
Date
Lecture Pre-readings Tutorial Assessment
Due
9 July Orientation
1 16 July The International
Management
Environment
2 23 July Social Responsibility
& Ethics
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 1
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 2
Introduction,group-work
and facilitation
The International
Management
Environment
3 30 July Role of Culture Deresky (2011)
Chapter 3
Social Responsibility &
Ethics
Case study
facilitation
4 6 August Communicating
across Cultures
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 4
Role of Culture
Case study
facilitation
5 13 August Cross-cultural
Negotiation &
Decision-making
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 5
Communicating across
Cultures
case study
facilitation
6 20 August Global Strategic
Management &
Alliances
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 6
Cross-cultural
Negotiation &
Decision-making
Case study
facilitation
27 August Tuition Free Week
7 3
September
Global Alliances Deresky (2011)
Chapter 7
Global Strategic
Management &
Alliances
Case study
facilitation
8 10
September
Global Structure Deresky (2011)
Chapter 8
Global Alliances
Case study
facilitation
Ass 2 due 10 Sep,
4pm – to be
submitted online
through
Blackboard
9 17
September
International HRM Deresky (2011)
Chapter 9
Global Structure
Case study
facilitation
10 24
September
Expatriate
Management
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 10
International HRM
Case study
facilitation
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11 1 October Motivating & Leading
across Cultures
Deresky (2011)
Chapter 11
Expatriate
Management
Ass 1A - Tutorial
preparation due 1
Oct, 4 pm – to be
submitted online
through
Blackboard +
Case study
facilitation
12 8 October Summary and
Revision
Revision Slides
Motivating & Leading
across Cultures
15
October
22 & 29
October
Study Week
Examinations weeks
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