North American and International Management Graduate Diploma

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1 North American and International Management Graduate Diploma PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This two year graduate diploma program provides students with foundational management knowledge and the skills and decision-making tools needed to do business in an often diverse and turbulent North American and International economic environment. Today s global business environment is highly dynamic. Managers in countries around the world who want to do business with Canadian or U.S. companies must be able to respond to rapid changes in technology, resource allocation, structural shifts in the economy, geographic differences, changes in consumer preferences, competitive approaches, and shifts in the employment market. The first year of this program focuses on Canadian specific business issues and trends. A broad set of topic areas within the business field are explored. Subjects include advanced Canadian communications and interactions, North American businesses structure and operation, business performance and strategy, North American corporate law, finance and cross border strategic human resource management. Students will study Canadian multiculturalism, effective North American business management practices and project management. In addition, learn valuable team leadership, social responsibility and corporate ethics. Today, over 35% of Canada s jobs relate to international trade. In the future, the continued globalization of trade will have a significant impact on Canada s role on the world stage. These factors make an international business education very valuable in the business world. The second year of this program offers students an opportunity to specialize in the area of international business management. The program will be of interest to students who wish to pursue a career in companies where international activities play an important role. The program provides individuals with an opportunity to gain valuable high level North American specific and international business skills that are beneficial to a business career in any industry or sector. Unlike many graduate or masters level programs, this program is open to students who have little or no work experience. The program aim is to provide a range of subject matter and learning experiences that will both meet the needs of a diverse student group and offer opportunities for multicultural interaction. The program is a contemporary, critical, integrated and applied program of study offered at a graduate level within the area of North American and international business. During the second year of the program students will expand their international learning experience and complete the 2 nd term of the second year abroad at Hertfordshire University in England. There students will benefit from an international study abroad experience as well as learn from international faculty. This will also be an excellent opportunity to create lifelong connections with students from around the world and aspire to become leaders in international business and potential partners for their peers. The structure of the program is designed such that students can consolidate their understanding of a wide range of business-related disciplines, and of the relationships between functions within organizations, while building up specialist knowledge of the distinctive challenges of

2 communicating, operating and marketing effectively in North American and across international borders. A wide range of skills are developed during the second year of the program including International Business Strategy, International Finance, Information Management, Working with Multicultural Teams, and developing an awareness of differences in the cultural, socio-economic and political context of business operations. Students develop and apply the ability to critically analyze complex international business problems and generate and evaluate options leading to effective solutions. Lectures are supported by guest speakers, group projects and current readings. Classes are offered face to face, online and mixed mode. In the research component of the program, (term 6) students have the option to write a traditional 15,000 word dissertation or to undertake a supervised and integrated research project focused on a live case business problem. The research component is at a level of rigor expected of a Masters student, and it provides sufficient flexibility so that students can engage in meaningful research in a rapidly changing world. Graduates are equipped for careers in a wide range of North American and international organizations, including the not for profit sector, small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand internationally, and firms with home bases in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe and Latin America, as well as established Western multi-national companies. This program is primarily designed for international undergraduate students from around the world. These international students will have recently completed an undergraduate BBA degree, or equivalent in their home country. Recent immigrants to Canada with an undergraduate degree in a related discipline may also be interested in this program. International students who graduate from a Canadian or North American BBA program will require Department approval and substitute course selection. International or local students at University who have completed a Bachelor in Communications Degree, Bachelor of Tourism Degree or Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal) Degree can ladder into this two year graduate program. Students Entering From BBA International BBA (or equivalent) Other Canadian BBA 's or Tourism BA Non BBA Degree at or Elsewhere University International Management Graduate Diploma (1 year) NA& Int Management Graduate Diploma (2 years)

3 CREDENTIAL TO BE AWARDED On completion of 36 credits during the first year of the program, full-time students graduate with a North American Business Management Post-Baccalaureate Diploma from University. On completion of the full 2 year program and 72 credits, full-time students receive an International Management Graduate Diploma from University. As well, through an articulation agreement, students will also receive a MSc International Business from the University of Hertfordshire. PROGRAM LENGTH: Two year, 6 semesters full time, or 3-4 years part time. FIRST OFFERING OF THE PROGRAM: September 2012 FREQUENCY OF STUDENT INTAKE: September intake each year. An additional January intake if demand permits. FORMAT: International students are expected to maintain a minimum course load of 9 credits per semester however accommodation will be made for part time students also SCHEDULE: The program will be offered in the daytime, Monday to Friday. Some of the first year course section offerings will be a mix of these students as well as regular full and part-time BBA students. These courses and sections will be available in the day and/or evening.

4 PROGRAM COURSES Year One Year One Year One BADM 218 CMNS 305 IBUS 434 NABU 351 BMKT 365 BADM 470 Leadership in Teams Adv Int l Interactions Adv Cross Culture Bus NA Law & Finance Mrktg Strategy & Decisions Bus Policy & Strategy BADM 330 Cross Border Issues in HR NABU 504 Strategic Mgmt BADM 318 Project Mgmt BADM 460 Business & Society NABU Wk Practicum 12 Credits 12 Credits 12 Credits Year Two University Year Two University of Hertfordshire Year Two Term 3 University INMA 500 International Business Strategy INTB 505 International HRM INTB 510 The Effective Manager INTB 515 Marketing Across Cultures INTB 520 Graduate Research Methodology Information Management The Global Economy International Supply Chain Management International Finance INTB 530 Integrated Research Project in Int l Business or INTB 535 Dissertation in International Business 5x3=15 Credits 4x4=16 Credits 1x6=6 Credits Total Program Credits: 73

5 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: The entry requirements for the program are: Secondary Requirement: Completion of a recognized undergraduate business degree, economics degree or equivalent, from a non-canadian or American institution. Note: This program is not designed for students who have completed the University Bachelor of Business Administration as this is a duplication of coursework. International graduates from University will require special permission and alternate course approval from the School of Business. English Language Requirement: In addition, all students must produce evidence of their English Language proficiency. The standard required is: (a) An overall score of 5.5 or better, and no one score less than 5.0 on the IELTS test, or an equivalent score on a test recognized by the University; The English Language proficiency requirements will be waived if the student has successfully completed an undergraduate degree at a university where study was in English and the student was based in that university s home country during study. Interview: A personal interview will be conducted before acceptance into the program if the student is residing in Canada. A phone or Skype interview will be conducted if the student is living abroad. Sponsorship: Some international companies may choose to sponsor their employees in taking this program. The program is subject to s Principles, Policies, Regulations and Procedures for the Admission of Students to Undergraduate Programs. COORDINATING FUNCTIONAL AREA: School of Business CONTACT PERSON: Sharka Stuyt, Faculty School of Business [email protected] PROGRAM NUMBER:

6 PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES Graduates of this program will possess the qualities and transferable skills necessary for successful employment in international organizations in North America and abroad. Program Student Learning Outcomes. upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to: Using current business examples develop reasoned strategies and arguments for assessing business related problems and opportunities, and create practical recommendations which recognize the North American context of business practices. Understand, leverage and incorporate North American specific perspectives, values, beliefs, diversity and cultural differences when communicating those recommendations to others. Engage in a personal reflection of how North American business practices compare and contrast with the business practices of the students country of origin and express that reflection through a case analysis and presentation which demonstrates an ability to function in the North American business community. Given a business situation, (problem or opportunity), incorporate the North American perspective of community/global consciousness, responsibility and sustainability in the analysis of the situation, the development of alternative strategies, and the management of a chosen approach to a situation. Demonstrate numerical literacy in the analysis, management and implementation of contracts, policies, financial strategies and daily business operations of a business operating in North America. Successfully demonstrate team leadership and membership in a North American organizational context. Develop reasoned strategies and arguments for assessing business related problems and opportunities, and create practical recommendations which recognize the international context of business practices. Understand, leverage and incorporate international specific perspectives, values, beliefs, diversity and cultural differences when communicating those recommendations to others. Engage in a personal reflection of how international business practices compare and contrast with the business practices of the students country of origin and express that reflection through a case analysis and presentation which demonstrates an ability to function in the international business community. Incorporate an international perspective of community/global consciousness, responsibility and sustainability when analyzing business problems or opportunities, developing appropriate alternative strategies and selecting courses of action. Demonstrate numerical literacy in the analysis, management and implementation of contracts, policies, financial strategies and daily business operations of a business operating in international markets. Demonstrate team leadership and membership in an international organizational context.