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International Business in the Italian Context

Unit code: HBI562

Credit points12.5 Credit Points
DurationOne Teaching Period
Contact hours36 Hours
CampusHawthorn
PrerequisitesCompletion of all Stage 1 units or equivalent
CorequisitesNil

Aims and objectives

At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
  • Familiarise students with the contemporary Italian business practices
  • Understand the business environment in Italy
  • Recognise and analyse the factors unique to Italy
  • Appreciate the commercial relationship between Australia and Italy
  • Understand Italy’s place in the global market place
  • Work effectively in a team environment.

Teaching methods

Classes in either weekly or block mode

Assessment

Group presentation 10-20%
Individual assignment 20-30%
Class contribution 10%
Class exam 40-50%

Generic skills outcomes

Swinburne University of Technology works to produce higher education graduates who are capable in their chosen profession, can contribute in an entrepreneurial and innovative way within their workplace or community, to operate effectively and ethically in their business life and are adaptable and able to manage change. It is expected that graduates will leave with a diverse wealth of experiences and will have developed individual knowledge, abilities and attitudes.
Within this context this unit will contribute to students developing the following key generic skills:
  • Ability to engage in critical inquiry and discussion
  • Teamwork skills
  • Presentation and communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems
  • Ability to work independently

Content

  • Examine Italy’s political economy
  • Describe the key economic characteristics of the Italian economy
  • Examine Italian Industrial districts
  • The Italian Stock Market
  • The Italian Banking system\Trade between Australia and Italy
  • Italy’s place in Europe
  • Key economic indicators of the Italian economy.

Text books

Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.