Syllabus

Title
2516 Global Strategy and International Alliances
Instructors
Valentin Kiefner, MSc., Univ.Prof. Dr. Alexander Mohr
Contact details
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
09/11/24 to 09/19/24
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Monday 10/07/24 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM TC.4.15
Monday 10/14/24 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM D2.0.326
Monday 10/21/24 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM D4.0.136
Monday 11/11/24 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM D2.0.392
Monday 11/18/24 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM TC.4.15
Monday 11/25/24 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM TC.4.15
Monday 12/02/24 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM D2.0.374
Monday 12/09/24 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM D2.0.392
Contents

The international expansion of their operations is central for the survival of an increasing number of firms. In a context of deglobalization, nationalism and geo-political tensions this internationalization poses novel challenges for firms and requires them to rethink their existing (global) strategy and develop adjusted strategies for their international business operations, in particular, the role of international strategic alliances. In this module we will analyze both the global strategies used by MNEs and their use of international strategic alliances to compete in the global marketplace.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course you will:

1. Have greater awareness of the strategic management, global strategy and international strategic alliances

2. Become aware of the various types of international strategies available to internationally operating firms

3. Be able to recognize how particular characteristics of firms and their environments affect the choice and implementation of global business strategies and international strategic alliances

4. Develop the skills needed for solving the challenges faced by firms when considering different international business strategies and their implementation in a dynamic environment

5. Demonstrate improved critical thinking and problem-solving skills

6. Improve communication skills necessary for effective team performance

Attendance requirements

Attendance is required at 80% of the sessions to pass this module

Teaching/learning method(s)

This course is comprised of lectures, in-class case analyses, two research projects, teamwork reflection, and two team presentations. This is a highly interactive course. Thus, students are expected to be fully engaged and participate in classroom discussions. The course is designed in such a way as to maximize your learning by balancing between lecture and your involvement in discussions, cases, and exercises. All course documents, assignments, lecture notes, etc. will be posted online.

Assessment

20% Participation

40% Group work/presentation 1

40% Group work/presentation 2

Readings

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Availability of lecturer(s)

Institute for International Business

Building D1/5th floor

amohr@wu.ac.at

Last edited: 2024-05-07



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