Globalisation and Political Context module (GA11001)
Learn about globalisation across economic, cultural, political, legal and ecological dimensions. You will also cover their impact on business management
Explore globalisation and its far-reaching effects on the business environment.
You will examine globalisation from many perspectives. You will develop your understanding of the major forces shaping international business.
Topics covered include:
- globalisation theories and models
- the business and cultural environment
- the global economic environment
- the political environment and the interrelationship between politics and business
- the legal environment
- ecology and climate change
- ethics and social responsibility
- the prospects for sustainable business
Each area you examine will pay attention to its practical implications for business management decision-making.
You will learn how a country's culture, history and political context influence management practice. You will also learn how technology is reshaping the international business landscape.
You will examine the factors that drive and constrain global expansion. This includes labour availability, technological capability and financial resources. This will be done in relation to real business scenarios.
The module prepares you to think critically about globalisation and its consequences. This will connect your learning to your workplace experience.
What you will learn
In this module, you will:
- learn explanations of globalisation theories and models. Learn about their relative strengths and weaknesses across different dimensions of the global environment
- analyse the impact of a country's culture, history and politics on business decision-making and management practice
- evaluate the factors affecting international business. This includes cultural bias, social institutions and stereotyping
- assess the role and impact of technology in the international business environment
- examine the legal, ecological and ethical dimensions of globalisation. This includes corporate social responsibility
- evaluate the factors influencing global expansion and the prospects for sustainable business
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
- understand globalisation theories and models and their application to the business environment
- analyse the impact of cultural, political, legal and ecological factors on international business decision-making
- evaluate the role of technology and ethics in the global business environment
- critically assess the factors influencing global expansion and their implications for business management
Assignments / assessments
- essay (50%)
- You will produce a written essay on a key globalisation topic. This will be issued by the module leader.
- essay (50%)
- You will produce a written essay on the globalisation effects at the workplace or chosen organisation
Both essays will be an opportunity for you to show your understanding of relevant theories, models and their practical business implications.
This module does not have a final exam.
Teaching methods / timetable
You will attend three-hour weekly sessions. These combine short lectures with group and individual activities and facilitated discussions.
You will take an active learning approach. This will include activities and discussions that connect globalisation theory to real business and workplace contexts.
You will learn through blended learning. This will consist of one day per week on campus, supported by independent study in the workplace.