BUS 400 - International Business and Technology

5 CR

This course examines the role of technology in international business and trade. In this class, we look at how different countries view technology, and the various ways protectionism is used to encourage international trade while simultaneously supporting each country’s domestic industry. We will discuss/examine supply chains, technology transfers, governmental and regional opportunities, and restrictions.

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Business Management and Technology, BAS, and BUS& 101 with a C or better, or permission of the instructor.

Course Outcomes

Understand how to minimize supply chain management challenges

Recognize potential advantages and disadvantages of technology transfers
Analyze legal issues surrounding IB technology
Determine ways to mitigate international risk management
Recognize protectionism and ways to still overcome these challenges
Awareness of how to protect against outside entities – technology theft

Evaluate large international technology companies compete – computer vs durable goods
Evaluate future competitive strategies for developing business management technology
Recognize the benefits of green technology transfers
Understand social considerations of international technology transfers

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