International Business – (M.Sc.)

Contents

PREREQUISITE COURSES

Prerequisite courses in the first semester

Internationalisation of the Firm provides you with an in-depth and detailed understanding of theories surrounding the internationalisation of businesses and the practical implications of these theories.

Industrial Economics has the industry as its unit of analysis. The course provides a framework for understanding the interrelatedness of industry sector, firm behaviour, and performance.

Economics of Global Industries provides a theoretical framework for analysis and assessment of industrial performance. It further applies a longitudinal perspective on the set of driving forces which between them determine industrial dynamics.

Applied Business Research Methods focuses on the production of qualified and justified knowledge which lives up to scientific quality criteria. This is a sine qua non issue for any candidate in business economics, who wish to make decisions on an informed background. The course introduces a variety of research designs applicable when carrying out research in the area of organization and management and related areas. Focus will first be on the philosophical issues pertaining to the creation of valid knowledge. In the second part focus will be on techniques for data collection and analysis. These techniques include qualitative as well as quantitative approaches.

SPECIALISATION COURSES

Specialisation courses in the second semester

Organizing and Managing the Multinational Corporation(MNC) focuses on the special organizational and management issues and challenges that the modern multinational corporation faces in the age of global competition, emerging markets, changes in the international division of labor etc. To remain competitive on a global scale, the MNC must leverage all resources in the service of knowledge and business creation. At the same time, the MNC has to facilitate innovation, learning, efficiency etc. through its network of national subsidiaries and strategic alliance partners.

Global Sourcing Strategies concerns the strategic aspects of sourcing in contemporary globalization, the initiation of sourcing decisions, modes of sourcing, management and development of sourcing operations and how these activities affect the overall international development of a company.

Intercultural Competence looks at the importance of cultural differences in the company's international operations and related managerial problems.

Human Resource Management and Development will give you a fundamental theoretical and practical insight into and understanding of the Human Resource Management (HRM) field – the dynamic interplay of person, job, and organization. The course aims to train your ability to identify and understand different HRM issues and dilemmas within the field, and also in different forms of organizations. The course will also deal with International HRM.

The courses offered by the department are planned so as to ensure that all the above-mentioned aspects of internationalisation are covered.

1st semester

Prerequisite courses:

• Applied Business Research Methods
• Economics of Global Industries
• Industrial Economics
• Internationalisation of the Firm

2nd semester

Specialisation courses

• Organizing and Managing the Multinational Corporation
• Global Sourcing Strategies
• Intercultural Competence
• Human Resource Management and Development

3rd semester

Elective courses

• Electives
• Study abroad
• Internship
• Summer University

4th semester

Thesis

In the third semester you can choose elective courses within your areas of interest. The courses can either be taken at the Business and Social Sciences during the semester, at the Summer University or at one of our more than 200 partner universities abroad. You can also participate in internship programmes either in Denmark or abroad.

The fourth semester is devoted to the final thesis. You may choose the topic of the thesis freely and so get a chance to concentrate on and specialise in a specific field of interest. The thesis may be written in collaboration with another student or it may be the result of your individual effort. When the thesis has been submitted, it is defended before the academic advisor as well as an external examiner.

Accreditation

After the Student life Section there should be a section called Accreditations , that should include the following information:

The former Aarhus School of Business, Aarhus University (ASB), is one of Europe's largest and best business schools, as is illustrated by the accreditations which ASB has earned in the past seven years. ASB has been EQUIS-accredited since 2001, and in January 2008 we were approved to initiate the AACSB accreditation process.

Proof of high quality and international focus

EQUIS and AACSB are the leading international quality systems for assessing, improving and accrediting institutions of higher education within the field of management and business administration. In order to live up to these accreditations, ASB must not only demonstrate that we are capable of high-quality performance, but also that our activities are internationally oriented. The accreditations are also proof that we have achieved a good balance between high academic quality and professional relevance through close collaboration with the national and international business communities.

These accreditations are vital for the institution to maintain and strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive sector. They are decisive for ASB's brand and for our ability to attract the right students, researchers and collaborative partners. The accreditations are renewed every three to five years, which ensures that we work on an ongoing basis to develop ourselves and to improve the quality of everything we do.

Facts about EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA accreditations

EQUIS stands for European Quality Improvement System, and accreditation is awarded by the EFMD (European Foundation of Management Development), whose members comprise leading business schools all over the world.

AACSB stands for Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, and AASCSB International awards accreditation.
The accreditations are awarded to the entire institution – not just to individual programs or parts of the organization. Both accreditation systems maintain a significant focus on strategy.
AMBA stands for Association of MBAs , which is an independent international organization for MBA students, masters and employers. The AMBA accreditation is awarded to the entire institution but relates specifically to MBA programs. The purpose of AMBA is to secure high standards for MBA programs worldwide.

ACE Denmark

In August 2007, it was enacted that higher education study programs offered by the Danish University Act must be accredited by the Accreditation Institution - ACE Denmark. Accreditation is a professional assessment carried out using centrally set criteria for quality of existing and new courses. The purpose is to ensure and document quality and relevance of the higher education study programs.
According to the Danish University Act, the accreditation council is the specific unit, which makes the decisions regarding accreditation of all higher education study programs. Decisions are made on the basis of accreditation reports prepared by accreditation operators.