Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2019-2020
MGMT 786 - GLOBAL BUSINESS OFFSITE
Long Title: GLOBAL BUSINESS OFFSITE
Department: Management
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: .75 TO 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Program(s):
MBA
MBA for Professional Extended
MBA for Professionals
MBA for Professional Weekend
MBA - Executive Program
MBA for Online Program
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Graduate Quadmester
Description: This course, led by Rice Business faculty, takes place in an international business setting and consists of a combination of lectures by local university faculty and business leaders and site visits to companies in the region. Students have the opportunity to meet with corporate executives, investors, and scholars to discuss opportunities and challenges of doing business in the country. The objectives of the course are to further an appreciation of the opportunities and obstacles of doing business in different parts of the world, increase sensitivity to cross-cultural issues, and broaden perspectives on issues dealing with global business. Department Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.