International Business Course Descriptions

INB 101: Introduction to International Business, 1 cr.

This is an introductory survey course which outlines the scope of International Business as an academic discipline and as a major field of study. It introduces students to certain important aspects of the international business environment and to the opportunities and challenges faced by managers in a multi-national corporation.

INB 401: International Finance, 4 crs.

A comprehensive overview of the international financial system. Considers foreign currency relationships as well
as hedging and techniques in risk management. The course explores international banking, securities, and corporate
finance with an emphasis on case studies and simulated market participation.
Prerequisite: FIN 301 or 321 and ECN 400

INB 405: International Law, 4 crs.

Provides an overview of the international legal environment, including an emphasis on common and code law
systems and their impact on the conduct of international business. Explores international jurisdiction, world legal
agreements and bodies, treaty agreements and treaty law.
Prerequisites: LAW 300 and ECN 400

INB 410: International Management, 4 crs.

This course applies the concepts and principles learned in MGT 230 (Principles of Management) to the context
of the global business environment and to multi-national corporations. It provides an overview of the evolution
of multi-national corporations and global corporate strategy over the last century. It discusses the differences in
organizational structures and management styles in different regions of the world. The learning in the course is
accomplished through a combination of lectures, case discussions, and presentations. Students are required to
analyze and make detailed presentations of cases. External sources of information such as the Wall Street Journal
are used to acquaint students with the most recent developments in global business and related areas.
Prerequisites: MGT 230, MKT 208

INB 415: International Marketing, 4 crs.

This course addresses global issues that challenge today’s international marketer while defining concepts relevant
to all international marketers. It explores the global enterprise environment, export and import practices, the
international legal environment, global market research and promotion, global marketing management, and the
financial requirements for global marketing.
Prerequisites: MKT 208 and MGT 230

INB 420: International Trade, 4 crs.

Examines the bases of trading among nations with emphasis on resources, foreign exchange, balance of payments,
investments, tariffs, import quotas, export controls, nationalism, free trade, protectionism, and the institutions
aiding in world trade.
Prerequisites: ECN 221, 222