Introduction to Emerging Markets – Theories and Tools (3cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

After completing this course, students will be able to: • demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the main theories and practices of foreign direct investment and issues that foreign investors have to concern when doing business in emerging markets • discuss the major changes in the world trade system and international business environment and draw implications for emerging markets • explain the specific features of emerging markets and the opportunities as well as challenges facing foreign investors in major emerging markets • analyse and evaluate appropriate strategies for firms to operate in emerging markets

Content

•As a fundamental component of the module, this introductory course will provide students with an appreciation of the additional complexities, opportunities and challenges in doing business in emerging markets. • This course will introduce students to the key theories and tools of evaluating countries, industries and firms in the emerging market context. • These theories and tools will then be applied in the follow-up area courses in the module.