DBA 8360 Contemporary Global Issues, Trade, and Investment
Contemporary Global Issues, Trade, and Investment covers what organizational decision-makers need to know about trade, industry structure, and investing in the global economy. This course begins with an overview of the drivers of international trade, foreign direct investment, and investments in foreign securities. Special emphasis is placed on hedging the risks associated with doing international business using forward-looking financial instruments including forward contracts, currency futures, currency options, and currency swaps. Topics in international finance including the balance of payments, exchange rate systems, parity relationships, and global money and banking are also covered. Finally, contemporary economic issues surrounding economic development, the role of the government in the global economy, and dealing with financial crises will be studied from the perspective of decision-makers doing business in a complex global environment.
Prerequisite
Admission to DBA Program