Web Syllabus(講義概要)

　この講義は英語で行います。
　In the past, for many Japanese enterprises, their international activities were rather limited and their relationship with foreign countries have been centered on export and import. But globalization has developed rapidly and widely, and now it is quite common to see foreign direct investments, global marketing and sales, global production system, research and development and so on in the enterprises’ activities. Many enterprises are taking advantage of the situation. They operate more globally than before and succeed in reaping profits. At the same time, however, they face new challenges and need to address various issues. In the previous semester, we studied multinational enterprises (“MNE”) focusing on their general activities and environment. In this course, we will continue studying MNEs’ activities, focusing more on their practical strategies and operations.

　To understand global environment surrounding MNEs, their activities and their practical strategies and operations. To learn the basics of international business.

　Final exam; 40%, Mid-term exam: 30%, Class participation, including report and/or presentation; 30%

　No specific textbook
　Reference: Charles W.L. Hill 『International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace, 10th edition』 McGraw-Hill Education

　Reading the materials distributed in classes.
　To prepare for the report and/or presentation in classes, students are expected to study subject matters through newspapers, books, internet, etc.

　To better understand the global business, it is recommended to learn cases or examples of MNEs through internet, newspapers, books, etc.