Global Business Environment provides a comprehensive overview of key aspects of global business in the 21st century. Topics include: the global business environment and your country's place in the world; key characteristics of new global traders and new core competencies that are relatively unique to the future of global trade, such as culture, ethics, technology, supply chains and trade in services; and an introduction to planning your global business strategy. It is highly recommended that students take Global Business Environment prior to any other FITT course. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

International trade research enables companies to identify and gather the information they need to make effective decisions about when to engage in international trade and which markets will be the most profitable. This course explains the importance of research in the success of all international trade ventures, including exporting, importing and foreign direct investments. Topics include: using research to develop intelligence about international markets and competing organizations; planning and implementing research; finding effective information sources; and managing research information in an organization. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

Financing plays an essential role in international trade. International Trade Finance will take you through complex ventures and will show you how to secure financing. Topics covered include: the financing presentation; risk analysis and management; export costing and transaction viability; short-, medium- and long term financing options; export credit insurance; and cash flow planning. Students will learn how to make proposals for presentation to financing sources which will satisfy the basic needs of a company's export/import operations and/or to finance international trade projects. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

Global supply chain management enables companies to manage the flow of goods, information and finances among international trade networks in the most efficient manner. This course explains the importance of supply chain management in the success of all international trade ventures, including the exporting and importing of raw materials and finished products. Topics covered include: standard trade documentation and Incoterms; managing production, inventory and returns efficiently and cost effectively; and methods to enhance performance and reduce supply chain risk. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

When starting an international trade venture, companies select a target market and develop a marketing strategy that they think will encourage their target customers to buy. For the best chance of success, a company must first use the most effective way of getting its product or service into its target markets. This course discusses a variety of international market strategies including: exporting directly or indirectly, selling franchises or licenses, forming a strategic alliance, acquiring a company, and investing directly or indirectly in a foreign market. Students will learn about the research and planning process involved in choosing market entry strategies that fit most effectively with a company's strategic goals. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

International marketing enables companies to effectively market their products and services in the global market. Profitable international marketing is about understanding how your domestic and international markets differ and using the right promotional strategies for your target audience. This course will guide you through the steps needed to prepare for selling your products or services to the international customer and show you how to prepare an effective international marketing plan for your company. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

This course introduces students to the intricate international legal framework that enables individuals, businesses and governments to successfully and legally exchange goods and services across borders. Whether you are an entrepreneur currently invested in the international trade market, a business person contemplating an international endeavour, or a professional committed to expanding your general knowledge of the legalities of international trade, this course will be invaluable. You will gain a solid understanding of the international legal frameworks within which trade is conducted, as well as best practices for navigating the complexities of internal trade laws governing imports, exports, taxation, product liability, intellectual property and anti-competition. Prerequisite: English 12 (recommended). Business experience (recommended).

An introduction to the issues, strategies and techniques that are essential to the management of companies operating in a global economy. Technological, economic and political changes have created a new, increasingly integrated, rapidly changing and highly competitive international environment. Such conditions require diverse and adaptable skills from those who direct the fortunes of today's firms. During this course, you will acquire a solid understanding of the way managers function in the international economy and become familiar with the models and techniques associated with preparation of an international business plan that can guide expansion, market entry or product innovation in an international context. Prerequisites: FITT 0100 and FITT 0105 and FITT 0110 and FITT 0115 and FITT 0120 and FITT 0125 and FITT 0130