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[ 515MIIMVIMU20 ] IK Special Topics in International Management

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Workload Education level Study areas Responsible person Hours per week Coordinating university
3 ECTS B2 - Bachelor's programme 2. year Business Administration Hüseyin Celik 2 hpw Johannes Kepler University Linz
Detailed information
Original study plan Bachelor's programme Business Administration 2025W
Learning Outcomes
Competences
Learning Outcomes

  • LO1: Students remember basic principles and models of international management.
  • LO2: They understand the importance of central management concepts and their effects in a global context.
  • LO3: Students apply management strategies in a targeted manner in realistic situations.
  • LO4: They analyze complex international challenges and identify relevant influencing factors.
  • LO5: Students critically evaluate different management approaches and justify their choice.
  • LO6: They develop innovative solutions and strategies for new management situations.
Skills Knowledge
Learning Outcomes

  • LO1: Students remember practical techniques and methods for international management.
  • LO2: They understand how different skills are used in specific management situations.
  • LO3: Students apply learned methods effectively in simulated international business scenarios.
  • LO4: They analyze complex situations and adapt relevant techniques to specific conditions.
  • LO5: Students reflect on the effectiveness of methods used and improve their application where necessary.
  • LO6: They develop and implement innovative methods and approaches for new management tasks.
Learning Outcomes

  • LO1: Students reliably recall central concepts and theories of international management.
  • LO2: They recognize the importance of and interactions between different areas of management.
  • LO3: Students apply theoretical knowledge to practical case studies.
  • LO4: They recognize relationships and differences between different management topics and models.
  • LO5: Students evaluate the effectiveness of models and concepts for different management contexts.
  • LO6: They combine acquired knowledge to develop new, comprehensive management concepts.
Criteria for evaluation Participation in the course: Students must have an attendance of at least 80% in order to be graded and not miss out on the content or the exchange with their peers. A written exam is mandatory.

Grading system: A total of 100 points can be achieved in this course, with the grade distribution being as follows:

PointsGrade
90-100Excellent (1)
80-89,5Good (2)
70-79,5Satisfactory (3)
60-69,5Poor (4)
0-59,5Failure (5)

The course usually consists of 60% - 70% individual work and 30% - 40% group work. The exact weighting is determined by the course instructor and can be adjusted depending on the focus.

Methods The didactic method is determined by the course instructor, but this course combines different didactic methods to cover different learning objectives and to deepen knowledge in a practical way:

Individual work:

  • Students work individually on assignments and case studies to consolidate their knowledge and develop analytical skills (LO1, LO2, LO3).

Group work:

  • Working together on complex tasks promotes intercultural cooperation and teamwork skills (LO2, LO4, LO5).

Presentations:

  • Students present project results and reflect on their work to strengthen their communication skills (LO2, LO4, LO5).

Seminar papers:

  • The production of written work enables students to explore specific topics in greater depth (LO4, LO5, LO6).

Reflections:

  • Reflection tasks help students to question their learning process and consolidate newly acquired knowledge (LO2, LO5, LO6).
Language English and French
Study material
  • Adler, Nancy J. with Gundersen, A., 2008, International Dimensions of Organizational Behavior, 5th Edition, Mason, OH: South-Western.
  • Cialdini, R., 1993, Influence: Science and Practice, New York: Harper Collins.
  • Duarte, D. L., & Snyder, N. T. (2006). Mastering virtual teams: Strategies, tools, and techniques that succeed. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.
  • Fantoni, S. et al. (2024). Quantitative Sustainability: Interdisciplinary Research for Sustainable Development Goals. Springer Nature.
  • Fisher, R., Ury, W. L., & Patton, B. (2012). Getting to yes: negotiating an agreement without giving in. London : Random House Business Books
  • Kilgour, D.M. and Eden, C. (eds) (2021) Handbook of Group Decision and Negotiation: Second Edition. 2nd Editio. Springer.
  • Morrison-Smith, S. & Ruiz, J. (2020). Challenges and barriers in virtual teams: a literature review. SN Applied Sciences, 2(6).
  • Patterson, K., Grenny, J., McMillian, R. and Switzler, A.P. 09 (2002) Crucial Conversations: Skills for Talking When the Stakes Are High. New York: McGraw- Hill.
  • Voss, C. (2016). Never split the difference: Negotiating as if your life depended on it. Random House Business Books: London.
Changing subject? Yes
On-site course
Maximum number of participants 40
Assignment procedure Assignment according to priority