MGT250 Asia-Pacific Business (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Management (MANAG)
Duration: One session.
Abstract:
This subject studies recent developments in the Asia-Pacific region and their implications for international business. A thematic approach is used to analyse economic systems, political systems and business culture in the region. Case studies provide detailed analysis of issues and problems in several countries. Australia's changing role in the region is assessed.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga |
| Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney |
| Internal | Canberra Inst. of Technology |
| Internal | Holmesglen |
| Internal | Northern Sydney Institute |
| Distance | Albury-Wodonga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Holmesglen | Session 3 |
| Internal | CSU Study Centre Melbourne |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MGT250
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Assumed knowledge in this subject is equivalent to that covered in MGT100
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to identify key economic and social trends in the region.
- be able to discuss the importance of business culture in conducting international business.
- be able to explain the ethical dimensions of conducting business in the Asia-Pacific.
- be able to assess alternative strategies for managing political risk.
- be able to discuss the future role of APEC and ASEAN.
- be able to state the economic and political roles of Australia in the region.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- An overview of the geo-politics of the region.
- A comparative analysis of economic systems, with reference to market economies, command economies and mixed economies.
- Political systems and their implications for international business.
- Business culture: doing business in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Newly industrialising countries.
- The economic giants: Japan and China.
- Economic cooperation in the region:
- Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)
- Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC).
- The role of the United States
- Australia's place in the region, at present and in the short to medium term future.
- Commercial opportunities and challenges.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.