Excellent Introductory course to the world of International Business
International Business Context
International Business Context
This course is part of International Business Specialization
Instructor: Stephen R. Lawrence
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Beginner level
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What you'll learn
Interpret the history of human trade, theories of international trade, and the business of trade as antecedents of the current global economy.
Critique the pros and cons of recent economic globalization.
Evaluate the political, economic, and ethical systems in which international businesses operate.
Appraise the many international trade laws and agreements and evaluate national trade laws and regulations currently extant.
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This course is part of the International Business Specialization
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AP
5.0
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
KM
5.0
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2021
Gave me an inside on how the international trade works and how international relations are maintained.
AL
5.0
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
This course provides a strong foundational understanding of how global trade, globalization, and international business systems function in the modern world.
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