NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Introduction to International Business & Trade
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Course Prefix & Number:
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IBUS 1305
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Section Number:
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351
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Semester/Year:
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FA2 21
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
The course is designed for the business student to explore the techniques for entering the international marketplace. Emphasis will be placed on the impact and dynamics of sociocultural, demographic, economic, technological, and political-legal factors in the foreign trade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade, internationalization of the firm, and operating procedures of the multinational enterprise.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required Course Materials:
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Global Business Today
C. Thomas Hill & G. Thomas Hull
11th edition & CONNECT Access
ISBN-1-978-1-260-08837-3 Bound Edition
ISBN-1-978-1-260-78061-1 Loose-leaf Edition
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Doug Akins
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth Campus, Room 205
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6261 Office
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E-mail Address:
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dakins@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Via WebEx
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Via WebEx
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Via WebEx
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Via WebEx
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By Appt
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Explain terms used in the international business environment
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Discuss internal and external factors influencing the conduct of international business
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded
Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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6
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Case Studies
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20%
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6
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Discussion Forums
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15%
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14
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CONNECT Quizzes
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20%
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2
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Exams
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20%
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1
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International Country Snapshot Project
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20%
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Totals
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100%
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A
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90% - 100% (900 - 1000 Points)
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D
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60% - 69% (600 – 699 Points)
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B
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80% - 89% (800 – 899 Points)
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F
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0 – 59% (0 – 599 Points)
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C
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70% - 79% (700 – 799 Points)
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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WK
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TOPIC
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MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS
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1
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Chapter 1: Globalization
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Chapter 1 – Quiz Case Study: BMW
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2
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Chapter 2: National Differences in
Political economic and Legal Systems
Chapter 3: National Differences in
Economic Development
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Case Study: Bangladesh
International Paper – Location Selection
Chapter 2 & 3 Quizzes
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3
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Chapter 4: Differences in Culture
Chapter 5: Ethics, Corporate Social
Responsibility and Sustainability
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Case Study: Swatch
Chapter 4 & 5 Quizzes
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4
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Chapter 6: International Trade Theory
Chapter 7: Government Policy and International Trade
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Chapter 6 & 7 Quizzes
Midterm Exam (Chapters 1 – 7)
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5
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Chapter 8: Foreign Direct Investment
Chapter 9: Regional Economic Integrations
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Case Study: Free Trade in Africa
Chapter 8 & 9 Quizzes
Country Snapshot Project Due
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6
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Chapter 10: The Foreign Exchange
Chapter 12: The Strategy of International Business
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Case Study: Yen, Peso & Pokémon Case Chapter 10 & 12 Quizzes
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7
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Chapter 13: Entering Developed and
Emerging Markets
Chapter 14: Exporting, Importing, and Countertrade
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Case Study 7: Tata Motor Chapter 13 & 14 Quizzes
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8
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Chapter 15: Global Supply Chain
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Chapter 15 – Quiz
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Final Exam
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See Final Exam Schedule
Final Exam – (Chapters 8-15)
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If you choose to not print the entire syllabus, it is vital that you at least print the class calendar. The calendar will be your guide throughout this course. It displays when each module will open and also due dates for all assignments. You will have one week to complete each module.
Do not use the to-do-list!!! You must go directly to the modules to see all assignments.
The module will be made available each Monday at 8:00 a.m. All assignments will need to be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Online Sections Attendance:
There are 8 sessions in in this semester. Students must attend at least 75% of all sessions to successfully complete this course. Attendance will be tracked using discussion forum participation and major assignment submission if no discussion forum is included. Students who miss more than 2 sessions will have a 5% penalty assessed to their final grade.
Grade Appeals and Incomplete Grades: Students can read more about the college's grade appeal processes and procedures for assigning incomplete grades by visiting the Academic Catalog: https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/academic-policies/grades-reports/student-gradeappeal.html (Links to an external site.) and https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/academicpolicies/grades-reports/incomplete-grades.html (Links to an external site.).
Withdrawing from a Course: Students can learn more about the withdraw policy and procedure by http://www.nctc.edu/current-students/drop-withdraw-class.html (Links to an external site.).
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 18, 2021.
Capstone Course Information:
The capstone for the Business Management Certificate is the BUSG 2300 – Business Leadership Application. This course may not be substituted.
The capstone requirement for the Business Management AAS Degree is BUSG 2380 –
Cooperative Education General Business. It should be taken the last semester before graduation. This course may not be substituted.
COVID-19 Specific Syllabi Statements Fall 2021
Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19 or other health related crisis, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 27, 2021 and are subject to change as conditions change.
Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students are not required to wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. In May, Texas Governor Gregg Abbott released an Executive Order prohibiting Government entities from mandating the use of masks. As a political subdivision of the State of Texas, NCTC will follow the Governor’s Executive Order for Government entities and effective immediately NCTC is no longer mandating the use of masks while on campus. This order does not mean that you cannot choose to wear a mask, rather it is no longer allowed to be mandated. These policies and procedures were updated on May 19, 2021 and are subject to change.
Return to Standard Attendance Protocol for Face-to-Face Meetings: In spring 2020, we faced an unprecedented situation in which all of us had to be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.
Faculty will:
Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.
Provide notification to campus officials if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
Connect with that class through WebEx if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.
During the fall 2021 semester, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.
Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________
- Communication
- Mathematics Government/Political Science
- Life and Physical Science Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Language, Philosophy & Culture Component Area Option
- Creative Arts
- American History
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Empirical and Quantitative
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- Teamwork
- Personal Responsibility
- Social Responsibility
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COURSE TYPE
- Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct.”
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr Cherly Furdge
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Office Location:
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Corinth Campus
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6238
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E-mail Address:
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cfurge@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Debbie Huffman
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3357
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E-mail Address:
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dhuffman@nctc.edu
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