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BMGT45310

Academic Year 2025/2026

International Business& Ec.Dev (BMGT45310)

Subject:
Business Management
College:
Business
School:
Business
Level:
4 (Masters)
Credits:
10
Module Coordinator:
Dr Yousef Husein Eiadat
Trimester:
Summer
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module is an online business simulation game designed to enhance participants' understanding of the complexities involved in global business operations within a dynamic and competitive environment. Through the game, participants will gain experience in identifying and analysing key economic growth indicators, as well as environmental and organizational variables that may impact international organizations.

It integrates a wide range of concepts from various international business management disciplines, including economic development, political and financial decision-making, production, logistics, research & innovation, and marketing. The objective of the game is for participant teams to effectively manage a global mobile telecommunications company, navigating through technological evolution and the fast-paced operating environment of the 21st century. Through this simulation, participants will develop and execute strategies for their simulated company, which operates in the USA, Asia, and Europe.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in managing an international company from a strategic and general management perspective.
Develop the ability to identify and analyze key economic growth indicators and environmental and organizational variables that can impact an organization's performance within national and international markets, and how these variables may affect the organization.
Enhance their analytical decision-making skills by making decisions based on facts and understanding the financial implications of those decisions through the link between decisions and cash flows and overall performance.
Acquire practical experience in teamwork and problem-solving, and foster a competitive spirit in a dynamic business environment

Indicative Module Content:

Demand Structure
supply structure and production decisions
research and development
economic growth indicators and CSR
Prices, and Promotions
Logistics - Delivery Priorities
Tax and Financing

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Autonomous Student Learning

182
Online Learning

20
Total

202

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
a variety of interactive and reflective methods will be integrated to enhance student learning and engagement. Simulation games will be a key component, offering students the opportunity to immerse themselves in realistic scenarios where they can apply theoretical knowledge, make decisions, and observe the outcomes in a dynamic, risk-free environment. To encourage ongoing reflection and deeper learning, students will maintain learning logs, documenting their experiences, insights, and progress throughout the course. This reflective practice will help them internalize key concepts and track their development over time. Additionally, video presentations will be utilized as a medium for students to articulate their ideas, demonstrate their understanding, and develop communication skills.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Practical Skills Assessment: the results of the rounds of the simulation game Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Graded No
100
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

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