Applying economic theory to the study of business strategy, this course focuses on competition analysis in global markets that are dominated by corporations in their post-entrepreneurial phase. In addition to plenary lectures, small-group micro-teaching, and directed student presentations, the course uses a sophisticated, whole-of-enterprise business simulation set in a competitive global production and consumption environment. Ethical decision-making and corporate citizenship are part of modern business practice and, hence, also are important components of the simulation and of students' graded performance in the course.
Economic growth and development of developing countries. A survey course.
Managing a country is difficult. Internal factions and vested interests need to be dealt with. Uprising, revolts, and rebel groups may threaten, as may terror organizations. Mass atrocities and genocides can and do occur, perhaps in neighboring countries whose refugees now stream into your country. Military alliances may need to be built and maintained, and competition and cooperation with other countries occupy leaders’ time. In the midst of peace and security challenges such as these, an economy has to be run, the well-being of the population to be ensured, and the natural environment to be protection. In a word, much conflict potential needs to be managed and actual conflict resolved. What do economists know about the causes, conduct, and consequences of conflict? Can economics help to make the world more peaceful?