Global Business Strategy

Catalog description

The main objective of this course is to enrich students' understanding of variations in the institutional, and resource contexts of nations and the impact of these variations on national economic growth, globalization and the strategic management of multinational firms. After taking this course, students can expect to become familiar with these basic areas: (1) underlying theories of international business, (2) environmental factors affecting international activities, (3) the management of business functional operations in an international context, and (4) analyzing international situations and developing international growth strategies. These goals will be accomplished through lectures, readings, case analysis, an international trip, and a group project. The course will be fully delivered in Cairo, Egypt. In addition to class lectures and discussion, students will be able to observe directly how the institutions and resources there impact how business is done there compared to in other countries. While in Egypt, students will have an opportunity to explore the host country and participate in presentations and discussions with local experts. They will also conduct market research to help them formulate a strategy for their strategy reports. This course will be offered in January-Term 2026. This course will be taught in Egypt and will count as an Away J-Term course.