

This course will broaden EMBA students' awareness of the impact of global economic, financial, political, and demographic trends on all business. It also provides students with conceptual frameworks and tools for analysis critical to conducting business in the international environment. Implications for human as well as economic development are discussed. Current trends and case studies as well as important historical events and models are studied. Topics covered include the raging debates over globalization, trade deficits, offshoring of jobs, exchange rates, and possible manipulation of currencies.