BUSN 418 – Strategic Management – A Global Perspective

Strategic Management entails making long-range plans for business organizations. This course utilizes business case studies, company visits and class discussion to examine global corporate strategies. The course is designed to integrate and apply skills acquired throughout the business core curriculum. Beyond the social and cultural dimensions that the program explores, the course will focus on developing an increased understanding of global strategy while exploring international business opportunities and challenges.

Based in Paris, and Bordeaux France, this program provides an immersive experience designed to develop and deepen a global mindset. The course is structured to give students an opportunity to obtain personal familiarity with the global environment while gaining an understanding of issues faced by global managers in France (World’s 7th largest economy) and the European Union (World’s 2nd largest economy).

Required Prerequisites: BUSN 300, BUSN 304, BUSN 311, BUSN 323. All required prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the end of the Spring 2025 semester.

Steps to Apply:
1. Create an Account (if you do not have one)
2. Click Apply to the Program
3. Complete all Application Forms

**Passport Requirement**
Deadline: December 1, 2024

Student with a Valid Passport:
Students who have a current passport will need to upload an image of their passport by December 1, 2024 to their enrollment forms.

Student without a Valid Passport
Apply for or renew your passport immediately. After November 1, students must pay to expedite the application process. Do not delay beginning this process.

Application & Renewal Website:
The routine processing time is currently up to 8 weeks and expedited services is up to 3 weeks. These processing times are subject to change and can lengthen significantly. We highly recommend applying for or renewing your passport as soon as possible. Most countries require at least 6 months remaining time on your passport expiration from your intended date of departure. Example: If your passport expires December 1, 2025, you would need to renew your passport to travel in the summer 2025.

**Preparing for Travel**

Travel and Entry Requirements: U.S. State Department Website:
Each country has established entry requirements and travel restrictions set for foreign visitors and their citizens. Any country can change their regulations at any time. We encourage all students and their families to review details about the country or countries you plan to travel to and to continue monitoring the information leading up to your departure.