GSM 537 International Business & Finance
This course discusses, analyzes and debates current issues in global business, with a focus on the role of emerging markets in today's integrated global economy. Topics such as foreign direct investments, global sourcing, and recent history of western multinational businesses in the emerging markets will be explored, with an emphasis on the increasing importance of large BRIC businesses in the global market place. In a parallel fashion, this course will pay special attention to international finance issues faced by international investors and corporations, including currency markets and currency-derivative markets. Currency trading and arbitrage practices are illustrated and analyzed. Exchange rate risk management using these instruments is illustrated and analyzed. Important international financial parity conditions are discussed. Basic financial management concepts will be applied in an international framework. International capital markets and international portfolio investments are also covered.