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MGMT3001 – Global Business Strategy

2026 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Yue Wang
yue.wang@mq.edu.au
Room 642, 4 Eastern Road Macquarie University
4-5 pm Friday
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
130cp at 1000 level or above
Corequisites Corequisites
10cp from BUS or BBA or MGMT units at 3000 level
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

This unit introduces a set of strategic management concepts and ideas to examine the key business policy decisions in managing an international business including: sources of competitive advantage in international competition; foreign market expansion strategies; international strategic alliances; global competitive dynamics; product and geographic diversification strategies; multinational organisational structures; and international corporate governance systems. By the end of the unit students should have an advanced understanding of the principles of developing a strategy for an international business as well the key factors that the firm must consider in respect of its external environment. Students are expected to critically apply the theoretical principles and concepts developed in this unit to solve real-world business problems through the use of the latest case studies, class debates/discussions, and presentations throughout the semester.

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Develop an advanced understanding of the key theoretical principles and concepts in strategic management and their implications for international business
  • ULO2: Evaluate and synthesise a variety of theoretical concepts and principles and critically apply them to solve key strategic problems and issues in global business
  • ULO3: Produce and deliver a persuasive and critical analysis in reflective writing and oral presentation for cases/issues related to global business strategy, both individually and in a team

General Assessment Information

Late Submission Penalties

If you submit your assessment late, 5% of the total possible marks will be deducted for each day (including weekends), up to 7 days. Submissions more than 7 days late will receive a mark of 0.

Example 1 (out of 100):

If you score 85/100 but submit 20 hours late, you will lose 5 marks and receive 80/100.

Example 2 (out of 30):

If you score 27/30 but submit 20 hours late, you will lose 1.5 marks and receive 25.5/30.

Extensions

Automatic short extension: Some assessments are eligible for automatic short extension. You can only apply for an automatic short extension before the due date.

Special Consideration: If you need more time due to serious issues and for any assessments that are not eligible for Short Extension, you must apply for Special Consideration. Need help? Review the Special Consideration page for further details.

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due Groupwork/Individual Short Extension AI Approach
Professional practice: Collaborative case analysis 30% No weekly in tutorial classes (week 8 to week 12) Individual and Group No Observed
Skills development: Case study analysis 30% No 07/05/2026 Individual Yes Open AI
Skills development: Problem solving analysis 40% No 04/06/2026 Individual Yes Open AI

Professional practice: Collaborative case analysis

Assessment Type 1: Presentation task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: weekly in tutorial classes (week 8 to week 12)
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual and Group
Short extension 3: No
AI Approach: Observed

The purpose of this assessment is to develop your ability to collaborate, research, and apply international business and strategy theories and frameworks to analyse complex organisational cases and recommend practical solutions.
 
You will work in a group to research an allocated case study, integrate evidence from academic and professional sources, and present your findings and recommendations during class.
 
 
Skills in focus:
 
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Discipline knowledge
 
Deliverable(s): Group presentation (35-45min max)
 
Individual and group assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Evaluate and synthesise a variety of theoretical concepts and principles and critically apply them to solve key strategic problems and issues in global business
  • Produce and deliver a persuasive and critical analysis in reflective writing and oral presentation for cases/issues related to global business strategy, both individually and in a team

Skills development: Case study analysis

Assessment Type 1: Problem-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 07/05/2026
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual
Short extension 3: Yes
AI Approach: Open AI

The purpose of this assessment is to develop your ability to conduct independent research, integrate diverse sources, and critically apply theoretical frameworks to analyse complex business issues.
 
You will research a prescribed question by collecting and evaluating information from academic and professional sources such as journals, newspapers, and media outlets. Your analysis will draw on relevant concepts and frameworks from the unit to develop a clear, evidence-based argument.
 
 
Skills in focus:
 
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Discipline knowledge.
 
Deliverable(s): Written essay [max 2000 words]
 
Individual assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Evaluate and synthesise a variety of theoretical concepts and principles and critically apply them to solve key strategic problems and issues in global business
  • Produce and deliver a persuasive and critical analysis in reflective writing and oral presentation for cases/issues related to global business strategy, both individually and in a team

Skills development: Problem solving analysis

Assessment Type 1: Problem-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: 04/06/2026
Weighting: 40%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual
Short extension 3: Yes
AI Approach: Open AI

The purpose of this assessment is to develop your ability to apply advanced international business theories and models to analyse and solve complex strategic problems in global contexts.
 
You will respond to a series of prescribed mini case studies or business scenarios that require theory-based reasoning and logical analysis, drawing on key theoretical concepts introduced in the unit. You will evaluate challenges, propose practical recommendations, and justify your solutions using relevant frameworks.
 
 
Skills in focus:
 
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Discipline knowledge
 
Deliverable(s): Written analysis [max 2000 words]
 
Individual assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Develop an advanced understanding of the key theoretical principles and concepts in strategic management and their implications for international business
  • Evaluate and synthesise a variety of theoretical concepts and principles and critically apply them to solve key strategic problems and issues in global business

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • Academic Success for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation.

3 An automatic short extension is available for some assessments. Apply through the Service Connect Portal.

Delivery and Resources

PRESCRIBED TEXT No prescribed text

RECOMMENDED TEXT • Besanko, D., Dranove, D., S. Schaefer, and M. Shanley, 2016. Economics of Strategy, 7th edition, New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (or newer editions) • Peng, M., 2022. Global Strategy, 5th edition, Cengage Learning. (or newer editions)

RECOMMENDED JOURNALS • Journal of International Business Studies • Journal of World Business • Journal of International Management • International Business Review • Management International Review • Asia Pacific Journal of Management • Asian Business & Management • Strategic Management Journal • Global Strategy Journal

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Unit information based on version 2026.02 of the Handbook