IBF318 International Management
IBF318 International Management
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International Business and Finance
Ognjen Riđić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The purpose of this course are to familiarize students with the international concepts of business management. Core topics include the international business environment, the role of national culture, social responsibility, ethics and sustainability, communicating across cultures, cross-cultural negotiation, decision-making, strategy formulation, and implementation.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Deresky, H. (2017). International Management: Managing Across Borders and Cultures, Text and Cases. Pearson. 9th. Ed.
Additional Literature
N/A.Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids) and class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intro to the Course & Assessing the Environment - Part 1 | Chapter 1 |
| 2 | Assessing the Environment - Part 2 | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Understanding the Role of Culture - Part 1 | Chapter 3. |
| 4 | Understanding the Role of Culture - Part 2 | Chapter 3. |
| 5 | Quiz Nr. 1. | TBD |
| 6 | Managing Interdependence: Social Responsibility, Ethics and Sustainability | Chapter 2. |
| 7 | Communicating Across Cultures | Chapter 4 |
| 8 | Midterm Exam (MT) | TBD |
| 9 | Non-working day per University Rule | Tuesday, 25.11.2025 |
| 10 | Cross-Cultural Negotiation and Decision Making - Part 2 | Chapter 5 |
| 11 | Formulating Strategy - Part 1 | Chapter 6 |
| 12 | Formulating Strategy - Part 2 | Chapter 6 |
| 13 | Implementing Strategy - Part 1 | Chapter 7 |
| 14 | Implementing Strategy - Part 2 | Chapter 7 |
| 15 | Final Exam | TBD |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBF318.1 | Course | Tuesday 15:00 - 17:50 | B F1.9 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 15:00 - 16:50 | B F1.13 | |
| Thursday | 15:00 - 17:50 | B F1.13 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 & 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
Class Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 & 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Quiz
13 hours ⏳ (1 week × 13 h)
Mid-term Exam Study
26 hours ⏳ (1 week × 26 h)
Final Exam Study
38 hours ⏳ (1 week × 38 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [IBF318] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| IBF318 | International Management | 3 | 0 | 6 | Tuesdays: 15:00 - 17:50 o' clock | |||||
| Prerequisite | IBF205 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Ognjen Riđić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 15:00-16:50 Thursday: 15:00-17:50 |
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| oridic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The purpose of this course are to familiarize students with the international concepts of business management. Core topics include the international business environment, the role of national culture, social responsibility, ethics and sustainability, communicating across cultures, cross-cultural negotiation, decision-making, strategy formulation, and implementation. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Deresky, H. (2017). International Management: Managing Across Borders and Cultures, Text and Cases. Pearson. 9th. Ed. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation, video and audio aids) and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Intro to the Course & Assessing the Environment - Part 1 | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Assessing the Environment - Part 2 | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Understanding the Role of Culture - Part 1 | Chapter 3. | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Understanding the Role of Culture - Part 2 | Chapter 3. | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Quiz Nr. 1. | TBD | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Managing Interdependence: Social Responsibility, Ethics and Sustainability | Chapter 2. | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Communicating Across Cultures | Chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam (MT) | TBD | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Non-working day per University Rule | Tuesday, 25.11.2025 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Cross-Cultural Negotiation and Decision Making - Part 2 | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Formulating Strategy - Part 1 | Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Formulating Strategy - Part 2 | Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Implementing Strategy - Part 1 | Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Implementing Strategy - Part 2 | Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Final Exam | TBD | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 3, 4 & 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 1 & 2 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 20 | 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Class Participation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 & 5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Quiz | 13 | 1 | 13 | Mid-term Exam Study | 26 | 1 | 26 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 38 | 1 | 38 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 30/01/2026 | |||||||||