ULMS Electronic Module Catalogue |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | BUSINESS IN EMERGING MARKETS | ||
Code | MKIB369 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr R Frank Strategy, IB and Entrepreneurship Regina.Frank@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
MKIB225 BUSINESS IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY; MKIB253 INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
6 |
30 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 Assessment Type: Coursework Size: 3000 words Weighting: 80% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessment: Ye | 0 | 80 | ||||
Assessment 2 Assessment Type: Coursework Size: 1000 words Weighting: 20% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessment: Ye | 0 | 20 |
Aims |
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This is an optional module focusing on the business environment in emerging market economies. The module discusses the increasing importance of the emerging markets and emerging market firms in global economy. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To understand the reasons for rapid emergence of the emerging markets |
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(LO2) To be able to identify criteria which determine for rapid growth of emerging markets |
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(LO3) To understand who are the key stakeholders in emerging markets and how they interact with each others |
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(LO4) To explore potential trade offs between rapid economic growth and social and other dimensions of the markets |
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(LO5) To examine other potential emerging markets to identify those which are most likely to grow rapidly |
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(LO6) To understand in detail the dynamics in specific emerging markets such as China, India, Brazil and Russia as well as other nations. |
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(LO7) To understand the challenges facing Western firms that attempt to operate in the emerging markets |
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(LO8) To understand whether the high growth rates recently recorded by some emerging markets are likely to continue in future |
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(S1) adaptability |
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(S2) Problem solving skills |
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(S3) Commercial awareness |
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(S4) Teamwork |
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(S5) Organisational skills |
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(S6) Communication skills |
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(S7) IT skills |
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(S8) International awareness |
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(S9) Lifelong learning skills |
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(S10) Ethical awareness |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method: Lecture Self-directed Learning Hours: 120 Skills/Other Attributes Mapping Skills / attributes: Ethical awareness Skills / attributes: Lifelong learning skills Skills / attributes: International awareness Skills / attributes: IT skills Skills / attributes: Communication skills Skills / attributes: Organisational skills Skills / attributes: Teamwork Skills / attributes: Commercial awareness Skills / attributes: Problem solving skills Skills / attributes: adaptability |
Syllabus |
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Mapping Emerging Markets |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |