Business

BMA285

2012  BMA285  Managing Business in the Asia Pacific

Unit Level: Intermediate

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter BMA285 H Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 H On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

The Asia Pacific is a rapidly growing region which presents attractive market opportunities for foreign businesses. However, this is also a complex and dynamic region, posing particular difficulties for foreign businesses operating in the region. Based on theories and concepts of international business, this unit examines the operational environment of the region and the strategic and managerial responses of foreign businesses to the complex environment. The management systems of major Asian players are also discussed in this unit.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT:

Continuous assessment and/or exam as approved by the Head of School.

TEACHING PATTERN:

Delivered over 13 weeks and may include lectures, tutorials, workshops or on-line activities.

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - H
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Resource supported teaching & learning - H
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

INTERNATIONALISATION
This unit includes specific international contexts/case studies.
This unit includes international cross-cultural issues/skills.

REQUISITE INFO

M.Excl	BMA385
Prereq	for BBus: BMA101 and BMA181

TEXTS
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STAFF: Dr F Liang

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