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HOSP 1505: Global Business Environment 

Effective date

May 2023 

Department

Hospitality Diploma Int'l 

School

Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business 
 




Description

Students are introduced to the structure and features of the global marketplace and how environmental, social, economic, cultural, and technological affect international companies and their operations. Students examine how various aspects of business influence international trade and how ethical practices, workplace diversity, respect for human rights, and the natural environment enhance global relationships. Key elements of environments in different sovereign countries that are necessary for local companies to make decisions and be successful in a global business setting will also be assessed.  

Credits

3.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
 

Instructional Strategies

Instruction involves interactive lectures, presentations, group discussions, role plays, and peer feedback. Learning will be enhanced through a variety of interactive classroom and collaborative activities. The interactive and practical exercises give students the opportunity to take an active role and learn by doing. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

15 

Concepts of the global business environment 

Assignments 

15 

Case studies: international business situations 

Project 

30 

Group Project: Global business plan 

Quizzes/Tests 

10 

 

Final Exam 

20 

 

Participation 

10 

Preparation for class, active discussion, participation during class 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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