Study Guide

Objective

Upon completing the course, the student will be able to apply various macro-level perspectives to the analysis of social, economic and political aspects of the business environment. The student will be able to apply various micro-level tools to the analysis of specific business environment-related dimensions that relate to strategy.

The student understands the relationship between business and politics and the significance of economic and social trends.

Content

* Theoretical perspectives
* The interface of business, economics and politics
* Analytical tools for strategy development
* Case studies
* Risk management
* Economic and social trends
* The role of the state

Prerequisites

Completed Higher Education Degree

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.