Geo-politics and comparative cultures are to be studied in relation to basic world geography. World organizations of potential assistance to the international business manager are introduced. Should be taken in the first semester of the program. The objective is to acquaint managers with the European business environment. Topic include European management, government policies, and current economic and political issues.
Special attention is given to the Islamic heritage and to the Arab-Israeli conflicts.
Other topics include management practices, government policies, and current economic and political issues. The student gains knowledge of the overall Middle Eastern business environment. Major topics covered include labor relations, management practices, government policies, and current economic and political issues. The student gains knowledge of the overall Latin American business environment. Demographics, society, politics and history are covered.