University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Not available as an optional module for any programme.

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module builds on students' prior knowledge of International Business concepts by introducing them to contemporary dialogue and debate in International Business. The module will explore specific questions within one or more broad topics such as: globalisation and globalisation protests; neo-liberalism and free trade; the global dimension of the financial crisis; the fortune at the bottom of the pyramid; 'is the world flat?' The intention is to approach each topic from a range of perspectives, including mainstream and critical understandings. Students will be encouraged to engage with the challenges presented by these issues by means of a range of approaches, including standard lectures, tutorials, and debates.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Lectures and seminars.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr R Brown; Guest speakers