Semester 1

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the key components of international business expansion, focusing on foreign investment, multinational corporations, capital markets, and stock exchanges. It equips students with the analytical tools and regulatory knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of global business operations.

Unit 1: Foreign Investment and Multinational Corporations

This unit explores the role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Multinational Corporations (MNCs) in the global economy. Topics include:

• Theories of FDI and the motivations behind international expansion.
• The structure and strategies of MNCs in different global markets.
• The economic, political, and regulatory environment influencing foreign investment.
• The impact of MNCs on host and home countries, including benefits, challenges, and policy debates.

By the end of this unit, students will understand the driving forces behind FDI, the factors influencing multinational business operations, and the regulatory and ethical considerations of global expansion.

Unit 2: Capital Markets and Stock Exchanges

This unit focuses on the financial markets that support international business development, including the structure, instruments, and regulatory environment of capital markets. Key topics include:

• The primary and secondary markets, including IPOs, stock exchanges, and private placements.
• The role of capital market instruments such as equity, bonds, derivatives, and hybrid securities.
• The importance of financial regulations, corporate governance, and compliance in capital markets.
• The functioning of forward and futures contracts, clearing mechanisms, and risk management in stock exchanges.

By the end of this unit, students will have a strong grasp of how capital markets facilitate global investment, the regulatory frameworks ensuring transparency and stability, and the corporate governance principles critical to financial markets.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, students will be able to:
✅ Analyze the role of FDI and MNCs in international business.
✅ Evaluate capital markets and stock exchanges as drivers of economic development.
✅ Understand financial regulations and corporate governance principles in a global context.
✅ Apply knowledge of financial instruments and investment strategies to real-world business scenarios.
✅ Assess the challenges and opportunities of international market expansion.

This course is essential for students and professionals seeking careers in international business, finance, investment, or corporate strategy. It provides the foundational knowledge needed to navigate global markets, manage multinational operations, and develop effective international business strategies.