BUS626 Seminar in International Management
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Department of Economics and Management
Azra Bičo
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the aspects of international business, focusing on how legal, political, economic, social, and cultural differences, as well as human resource management and leadership, and how it impacts business operations in a global economy.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Cavusgil, S. T., Knight, G., & Riesenberger, J. R. (2019). International Business: The New Realities. 5th (Global) Edition.
Additional Literature
Additional readings will be assigned in the class.Teaching Methods
The research-oriented course includes lectures (which may involve PowerPoint presentation
Video
And audio aids)
Projects
And class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture | |
| 2 | What is International Business | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Globalization of the Markets and Internationalization of the Firm | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | Article review 1 | |
| 5 | The Cultural Environment of International Business and Ethics, Corporate and Social Responsibility | Chapter 3 and 4 |
| 6 | Case study 1 | |
| 7 | Assignment 1 | |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Political and Legal Systems in National Environments | Chapter 6 |
| 10 | Strategy and Organization in the International Firm | Chapter 11 |
| 11 | Global Market Opportunity Assessment | Chapter 12 |
| 12 | Case study 2 | |
| 13 | Article review 2 | |
| 14 | Non working day | |
| 15 | Assignment 2 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS626.1 | Course | Thursday 17:00 - 19:50 | B F1.1 FBA Graduate Seminar Room | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS teams and at Office B F1.32 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Assignment
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Case study analysis
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Article review
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
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Assignment
10 hours ⏳ (2 week × 5 h)
Case study
8 hours ⏳ (2 week × 4 h)
Midterm exam study
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
Final project
42 hours ⏳ (7 week × 6 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 [BUS626] 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 | ||||||
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| BUS626 | Seminar in International Management | 3 | 0 | 6 | Th 17-19:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Azra Bičo | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 10:00-12:00 Online MS teams and at Office B F1.32 Wednesday: 10:00-12:00 Online MS team and Office B F1.32 Thursday: 11:00-12:00 Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
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| abico@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the aspects of international business, focusing on how legal, political, economic, social, and cultural differences, as well as human resource management and leadership, and how it impacts business operations in a global economy. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Cavusgil, S. T., Knight, G., & Riesenberger, J. R. (2019). International Business: The New Realities. 5th (Global) Edition. | |||||||||
| 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 research-oriented course includes lectures (which may involve PowerPoint presentation, video, and audio aids), projects, and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory Lecture | |||||||||
| Week 2 | What is International Business | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Globalization of the Markets and Internationalization of the Firm | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Article review 1 | |||||||||
| Week 5 | The Cultural Environment of International Business and Ethics, Corporate and Social Responsibility | Chapter 3 and 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Case study 1 | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Assignment 1 | |||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Political and Legal Systems in National Environments | Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Strategy and Organization in the International Firm | Chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Global Market Opportunity Assessment | Chapter 12 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Case study 2 | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Article review 2 | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Non working day | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Assignment 2 | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final project | 1 | 30 | 1, 2, 3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignment | 2 | 20 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Case study analysis | 2 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Article review | 2 | 20 | 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 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Assignment | 5 | 2 | 10 | Case study | 4 | 2 | 8 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 3 | 5 | 15 | Final project | 6 | 7 | 42 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||