In this interactive course, managerial perspectives on leadership of organizations are applied to the design of the participants' individual lives and careers in international business. Fundamental notions of “purpose” and “vision” are translated to the personal level to help students evaluate fundamental choices about how they lead their lives – individually, locally, and globally.

The first three sessions of this course focus on developing the skills to design a fulfilling and impactful vision for a life within and with international business. Sessions 4-6 will each address a specialty topic. Guest speakers are invited to provide insights into different aspects of international business. 

Participants will be introduced to a number of coaching tools to sustainably impact their results. Participating in this course requires a willingness to be introspective, to interact with one another, and to consider personal feedback.

"Designing Your Career in International Business" is preceded by a written assignment (due about ten days before the first session). During and between sessions, students are tasked with written exercises related to the concepts presented in class.

During this course, students will:

• be prompted to adopt a perspective and a stance towards their life that will help their attitudes, actions and experiences become more aligned with their values, priorities, and their ultimate definition of victory for living an extraordinary life
• examine what it means (and what it takes) to succeed in a variety of life domains, including (and not restricted to) designing a career in international business
• gain insights into the challenges in international business, and how to overcome them
• be introduced to a set of coaching tools to create and maintain sustainable results

Generally, students must participate in all activities. Attendance in class is mandatory.

This course uses a combination of different teaching/learning methods, such as

• Interactive lectures
• Individual reflection 
• Student group work (in session)
• Guest speakers
• Peer collaboration and feedback

Performance components:

• 50% participation in class (presence, engagement and exercises)
• 40% assignments (to be completed prior to session 1 and in between sessions)
• 10% peer review

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