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Course Outline
Course Information
Course Code and Title: ADMN-1017 Introduction to International Business

Course Section: F2023FA [CFN03 248962] [CFN04 248965]

Department/Program: Business Management & Leadership / International Business

Total Hours: 45

Credit Hours: 3

CO U RS E DE S C RI P TI O N:
This course will provide the student with an introduction to the economic, political, and cultural
factors that influence the international marketplace. Through discussion and practice, the student will
learn how to apply international business theory as it relates to current trends and practices in
international business. The student will also develop a global perspective on business and acquire
the intercultural awareness skills required to work in an increasingly global and diverse workplace.

RE C O G N I TI O N O F P RI O R L E A R NI N G ( RP L ):
RPL is a process in which students have the opportunity to obtain credit for College-level knowledge
and skills gained outside the classroom and/or through other educational programs. It is a process
that documents and compares a student’s prior learning gained from education, work and life
experience to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information about RPL
at RRC Polytech, refer to the RPL website at rrc.ca/RPLservices or A14 - RPL Policy.

For general information and assistance with RPL, contact RRC Polytech’s RPL Advisor at
204.632.3094 or rpladvisor@rrc.ca.

A CC E S S I B I L I TY S TA TE ME NT:
RRC Polytech is committed to providing persons with documented disabilities fair and equal access
to educational programs, services and facilities. If you are a student with a disability* and require
reasonable accommodations, you must connect with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) who will
assist in developing and implementing your accommodation plan. Refer to the Student Accessibility
Services webpage for information about SAS locations and how to book an appointment. Students
with disabilities are also encouraged to have a private discussion with their instructor(s) to facilitate
greater understanding of their learning needs.

*RRC Polytech’s definition of “disability” is consistent with the Manitoba Human Rights Code. In the
educational setting, “disability” refers to a permanent or temporary medical, physical, sensory,

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mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression), learning, or neurological (e.g., ADHD, Autism Spectrum
Disorder) condition that interferes with a student’s ability to fully participate in their studies and/or
other associated activities.

A CA DE M I C I N TE G RI TY :
Academic Integrity describes a commitment to honesty, truthfulness and accountability in teaching,
learning and research. Academic misconduct describes acts and activities that breach standards of
academic integrity, including and not limited to fraud, cheating, plagiarism, misuse or
misrepresentation of sources, unauthorized collaboration, etc. Clear expectations will be
communicated to students to promote positive academic practices in compliance with RRC Polytech
policy S4 Academic Integrity. Contact academicintegrity@rrc.ca for additional information.

CO U RS E DE L I V E RY ME T HO DS :
Blended Online Classroom

The following communication tools will be used in this course:

Email

LEARN

Microsoft Teams/WebEx
This course will require the use of a workable device, and we strongly recommend bringing a laptop
or tablet to class. If you don’t have a laptop, you can borrow one from the RRC Polytechnic Library:
https://library.rrc.ca/BrowseBorrow/laptoploan

The following communication tools will be used in this course:

Course format:
This course will be conducted via content provided online via LEARN and discussions facilitated
through other communication tools.

This course will be conducted in class with content provided online via LEARN.

Effective Date:

August 30, 2023

Instructor Information
Instructor’s name: Kim Stephens

Email: nkstephens@rrc.ca

Office location: E211

Office hours: See LEARN for Office Hours

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*Note: Please email me or send me a message in MS Teams to arrange meetings outside of my
designated hours

Student Readiness
TE C H NO L O G Y A N D E Q UI P ME NT RE A DI NE S S :
In-Class: Personal computer

Virtual: Personal computer, reliable internet connection, headset, microphone, and camera (for video
conferencing capacity)

S TU DE NT CO M MI TME NT S A ND CO NTA CT TI ME S :
Attendance is key to success in this course. Your instructor will share their specific attendance and
late-arrival policies in your first session.

CO U RS E RE S O U R CE S :
Course resources are posted on the LEARN site.

Textbook(s):
Global Business Today: 6th Canadian Edition, Toronto, Canada, McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2021. ISBN:
9781260326864

(Textbook package includes Connect chapter quizzes and Learn Smart reading assignments)

References:
Various media as assigned by the instructor including but not limited to the following:

Bloomberg News https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/

Global Affairs Canada https://www.international.gc.ca

Export Development Canada (EDC) https://www.edc.ca

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Student Learning
L E A R NI N G O UT C O ME S :
By the end of this course of study, you should be able to...

LO 1: Understand what globalization means and what are the challenges and opportunities it
presents for Canadian companies interested in global markets.

LO 2: Explain how countries differ in their political, legal, religious, ethical, social, economic and
cultural systems and how international businesses can navigate these differences.

LO 3: Explain how governments control trade and investment and why they join trading blocs to
advance their economic interests and trade.

LO 4: Compare the types of market entry strategies available to export companies and how to use
them to gain market entry.

LO 5: Describe how products or services need to be adjusted to fit the needs and wants of different
international markets and how they are distributed and produced strategically.

LO 6: Analyze an international business plan for a company wanting to expand into new international
markets.

LO 7: Synthesize strategies and actions on how to improve the company’s export plan.

I NS T R UC TI O NA L S CH E D UL E , A S S E S S ME NTS A N D D A TE S :
NOTE: The following dates are subject to change based on the needs of the students at the instructor’s prerogative.
Students will be notified ahead of time of any changes.

DATE MODULE TOPIC AND LEARNING OUTCOME(S) ASSESSMENT WEIGHT

Aug 31 Globalization
1
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo5
Sept 7 Country Differences
2
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6
Sept 14 Culture
3 Quiz 1 (Module 1 – 3) 3%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6
Sept 21 Ethics in International Business
4
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6
Sept 28 Political Economy
5 Current Topic #1 9%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Oct 5 Regional Economies
6 Quiz 2 (Module 4 – 6) 3%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7

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 DATE MODULE TOPIC AND LEARNING OUTCOME(S) ASSESSMENT WEIGHT

Oct 12 Global Monetary System

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(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Mid Term Exam (Module 1 – 7) Mid Term Exam (Module 1 –
Oct 19 15%
Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7 7)
(3 hrs)

Oct 26 Global Strategy

8 Global Assignment Part A 10%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Nov 2 Entering Foreign Markets
9 Current Topic #2 9%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Importing, Exporting and
Nov 9
10 Countertrade Quiz 3 (Module 8 – 9) 3%
(3 hrs)
Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Nov 16 Global Market Research
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(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Nov 23 Production & Logistics
12 Quiz 4 (Module 10 – 11) 3%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7
Nov 30 Final Exam (Module 1 – 12) Final Exam (Module 1 – 12) 15%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7 Global Assignment Part B 10%
Dec 7 Global Assignment Oral PPT
Global Assignment Oral PPT 10%
(3 hrs) Lo1, Lo2, Lo3, Lo4, Lo5, Lo6, Lo7

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 ASSESSMENT WEIGHT
Connect Smart Book Modules (1 – 6, 7 – 12) @ 5% 10%

In-Class Connect Quizzes (4 x 3%) 12%

Current topics in International Business – Group (2 x 9%) 18%

International Business Plan Assessment Written – Group (Part A & B = 20%

10%)
International Business Plan Assessment Oral Presentation – Group 10%

Mid-term Exam 15%

Final Exam 15%

Total: 100%

L E TTE R G RA DE D I S TR I B U TI O N:
LETTER GPA PERCENTAGE

A+ 4.5 90 to 100%

A 4.0 80 to 89%

B+ 3.5 75 to 79%

B 3.0 70 to 74%

C+ 2.5 65 to 69%

C 2.0 60 to 64%

D 1.0 50 to 59%

F 0.0 0 - 49%

A grade of D is required to pass this course. A program GPA average of 2.0 is required for an
International Business Advanced Diploma.

Course Policies
G E NE RA L A CA DE MI C P O L I CI E S :

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It is the student's responsibility to be familiar with and adhere to the RRC Polytech Academic
Policies. These Policies can be found in the RRC Polytech calendar or online under A SERIES –
ACADEMIC MATTERS at rrc.ca/legal/policies.

S UP P L E ME NTA RY P O L I C I E S :
Of particular interest to the students would be Series A "Academic Matters" and Series S "Student
Matters." The Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities (Policy S1) outlines the behaviours,
attitudes and conduct expected of all students registered at Red River College. The rights and
responsibilities included in the Code are based on the values of learning, respect, inclusiveness,
integrity, a healthy environment and contribution to the community as defined in the Red River
College Statement of Values.

The penalty for missing the assignment/project deadline is a 10% penalty every 24 hours. Once
assignments have been marked and returned, late assignments will no longer be accepted.

Grammatically unacceptable papers will be returned unmarked and must be resubmitted within 72
hours at a reduction of 30% of the assignment mark.

See "Academic Honesty/Academic Misconduct" in the Student Handbook.

There will be no makeup quizzes or tests for all in-class tests and quizzes.

All Supplemental program policies apply as listed in the International Business Program Handbook
on LEARN.

DA TE RE V I S E D:
April 27, 2023

Mental Health and Well-being at RRC Polytech

Having good personal health and well-being will support your success in this program.

W E E N CO U RA G E Y O U TO :
• Recognize that stress is an expected part of being a college student.
• Rethink how you view difficulty. Being challenged is actually a part of learning and
reaching success.
• Reflect on your role in taking care of yourself throughout the term. Do your best to balance your
schoolwork and life demands.
• Reach out to your instructor, program coordinator, or College supports at any time if something
is affecting your academic performance. It’s always best to reach out early and it’s the
responsible thing to do.

CO L L E G E S UP P O RTS RE A DY A N D W I L L I NG TO A S S I S T Y O U:
• Student Counselling Services

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• Indigenous Student Supports
• International Student Supports
• Academic Success Centre
• Student Accessibility Services
• Health Services
• Library Services
• Campus Well-Being
• United Way 211 community resource

A UT HO RI Z A TI O N:
This course is authorized for use by:

Name Here Date here

Chair, Department/Program Date

© RRC Polytech 2022 Approved by Senior Academic Committee Apr 22, 2022