IBF403 Multinational Corporation and Process of Globalization
IBF403 Multinational Corporation and Process of Globalization
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International Business and Finance
TBA
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The purpose of this course is to help students develop the essential skills needed to formulate and implement successful strategic moves in the competitive global environment
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Cullen, B.J. &Parboteeah, K.P. (2014). Multinational Management. 6 e. Mason, OH: Thomson South Western
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids)
Student presentations
Projects
Case discussion
Individually and as team members
Case studies and debates.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overview and principles of the course | |
| 2 | Multinational management in a changing world | Ch 1 |
| 3 | Culture and multinational management | Ch 2 |
| 4 | The institutional contex of multinational management | Ch 3 |
| 5 | Case study | |
| 6 | Strategic management in multinational corporationas: Content | Ch 5 |
| 7 | Strategic management in multinational corporationas: Formulation | Ch 5 |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Multinational and Participation Strategies: Content | Ch 6 |
| 10 | Multinational and Participation Strategies: Formulation | Ch 6 |
| 11 | Small Business and International Entrepreneurship | Ch 7 |
| 12 | Case study | |
| 13 | International Strategic Aliences | Ch 9 |
| 14 | Multinational e-commerce: Strategies and Structures | Ch 10 |
| 15 | Project Presentation |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Project and Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
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
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Home study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Final exam
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Midterm exam study
30 hours ⏳ (2 week × 15 h)
Project
16 hours ⏳ (1 week × 16 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 [IBF403] 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.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| IBF403 | Multinational Corporation and Process of Globalization | 3 | 0 | 6 | Tu 15-15.50; Th 12-13.30 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Currently not available |
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| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | abrankovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | The purpose of this course is to help students develop the essential skills needed to formulate and implement successful strategic moves in the competitive global environment | |||||||||
| Textbook | Cullen, B.J. &Parboteeah, K.P. (2014). Multinational Management. 6 e. Mason, OH: Thomson South Western | |||||||||
| Additional Literature | ||||||||||
| 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), student presentations, projects, case discussion, individually and as team members, case studies and debates. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Overview and principles of the course | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Multinational management in a changing world | Ch 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Culture and multinational management | Ch 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The institutional contex of multinational management | Ch 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Case study | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Strategic management in multinational corporationas: Content | Ch 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Strategic management in multinational corporationas: Formulation | Ch 5 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Multinational and Participation Strategies: Content | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Multinational and Participation Strategies: Formulation | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Small Business and International Entrepreneurship | Ch 7 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Case study | |||||||||
| Week 13 | International Strategic Aliences | Ch 9 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Multinational e-commerce: Strategies and Structures | Ch 10 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Project Presentation | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 25 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| Project and Presentation | 1 | 25 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| Participation | 10 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Home study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| Final exam | 20 | 1 | 20 | Midterm exam study | 15 | 2 | 30 | |||
| Project | 16 | 1 | 16 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||