DBA 9040 - Emerging Markets and Global Models for Business

3 Credit Hours
Description
This course examines how globalization impacts market intelligence analysis, organization design, and business operation with a focus on differences in business models and practices around the globe. The course is designed to help students appreciate and analyze how cultural, political, and economic systems in emerging markets impact international business activities. The course examines key players in emerging markets, makes comparisons to developed markets, and assesses the informational and institutional voids that exist. It explores how managers can develop strategic alliances that may be employed to create competitive advantage. Emerging markets in regions such as the Americas, Eastern and Central Europe, Asia, and Middle East-North Africa will be examined in more detail.