Course Offerings - International Business (IBUS)
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(See College Catalog for official description of these courses)

 
IBUS 1 - Introduction to International Business IBUS 52 - International Marketing
IBUS 20 - Export-Import Business Practices IBUS 60 - International Business Law
IBUS 30 - International Business Mangement IBUS 75 - International Logistics
IBUS 40 - International Banking and Finance  

 

IBUS 1
Introduction to International Business
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation:  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This course offers an introduction to the global business macro-environment and orients students toward a career in the field of international business. Topics covered include economic variables, cultural differences, political risk, regional trade agreements, foreign direct investment, and exchange rates.




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IBUS 20
Export-Import Business Practices
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation:  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This class consists of the basics of the export-import business, how to handle money matters and how to buy and sell. It is designed for the person seeking an entry level position, contemplating the start of an export-import business or the manager who wishes to expand a company's marketing opportunities.




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IBUS 30
International Business Management
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation:  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This class emphasizes the concept that management of an international operation differs in many ways from management of a purely domestic firm. Topics covered include multinational operations, cross cultural communication and international research.




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IBUS 40
International Banking and Finance
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation:  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This course offers an exploration of the financial requirements of international business. Topics covered include exchange rates, sources of funds, international credit and payment arrangements and methods of minimizing financial risks.




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IBUS 52
International Marketing
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation:  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

The focus of this course is on the supply chain and its key elements, covering basic concepts and terminology used in demand planning, inventory planning, material planning, distribution planning, fulfillment planning and other marketing-related supply chain concepts. (You will also notice this course in the Logistics course offerings.)




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IBUS 60
International Business Law
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 18A
Recommended preparation  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This course is designed to explore the fundamentals of international business law and examine the scope of how international disputes affect global trade. It is appropriate for students who wish to pursue a career in the business field, especially those students interested in international business.




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IBUS 75
International Logistics
Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Recommended preparation  
Transfer Status: CSU Transferable
(see counselor for limitations)

This course is designed for students and entry-level employees interested in becoming logistics professionals. Course content will focus on logistics systems and concepts, including Inventory & Warehouse Management, Logistics Information Systems, Facility Location and Global Logistics. (You will also notice this course in the Logistics course offerings.) .




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