International Business

Ms. Amber Hall

Classroom 125

ahall@lps.k12.co.us

www.amberhall.net

Voice Mail: 303-734-6785 

Course Description: 

International Business is a 1 semester, 5-credit course that will provide students with the foundation for becoming informed about international business and the global business environment.  Students will learn the economic, cultural and political factors that influence international business.  In addition, students will discuss importing, exporting, foreign exchange, U.S. customs procedures and documentation, international organizations, and careers in international business, and then apply this knowledge in the Global Corporation Project.  The course will be divided into the following units:

Unit 1:  Living in a Global Economy

Unit 2:  Global Economics

Unit 3:  Cultural Influences on Business

Unit 4:  Government and Political Influences in Business

Unit 5:  International Business Organizations

Unit 6:  Importing, Exporting and Trade Relations

Unit 7:  Foreign Exchange and International Finance

Unit 8:  International Career Planning

Materials:

• Textbook:  Dlabay, L.R., and Scott, J.C. (2001).  International Business.  Cincinnati:  South-Western Educational Publishing.
• Notebook:  It is recommended you maintain a 3-ring binder, which will contain all notes, handouts, tests and information presented in class.  You will need this to reference past assignments regularly in class and as a portfolio of your work throughout the semester.
• Remote: Each student will be assigned a remote number and will be responsible for picking it up and returning it during designated times. 
• Google Group - please check here when you miss class for updates.

Classroom Expectations:

1. Come to class everyday on time and prepared to learn with your class notebook.
2. Respect and contribute to your learning environment, your peers and your instructor.
3. No food or beverages are allowed in the computer lab.

Attendance and Late Work

Your attendance and active participation is vital to your success and learning in this class. 

• Unexcused absences are unacceptable and will result in a loss of 50% of your Work Habits points during each 6 week grading period (Work Habits account for 10% of your total grade).  2 unexcused absences = a parent meeting, 3 = referral to a Vice-Principal.
• Late work: Students must notify Ms. Hall in writing when they are submitting late work to earn credit.  This includes assignments turned in late after missing a class (it is better to email the assignment to me on time then to turn it in late with an excuse).  Projects with deadlines stated in the document must be submitted by the deadline for full credit.
• Modifications and Accommodations: Ms. Hall is willing to provide a variety of opportunities to demonstrate your learning ONLY IF you attend class regularly and do not have unexcused absences or excessive tardies in your record.

Evaluation:

Assignments are assessed for achievement of the learning goals as well as completeness, professionalism, critical thinking and accuracy.  Grades are based skill and subject mastery demonstrated through portfolio completion, participation in class, group activities, team collaboration, projects, quizzes, skill assessments, unit exams and demonstration of work habits and citizenship. 

Grading:

Your class grade is a direct result of your input to the class and your achievement of the learning goals.  It is earned by you, not given by me!  Letter grades will be determined based on the Littleton High School grading curve and are automatically calculated in Infinite Campus.  Ms. Hall does not round grades and attempts to keep online grades current within two weeks of when work is submitted. 

Professional Involvement (FBLA)

Most professional employment positions have organizations for membership.  You are encouraged to join Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) to develop leadership skills, volunteer for school and community projects and, if interested, compete in the spring.  This is a good opportunity for you to share your enthusiasm and knowledge with peers.  Participation in professional groups is encouraged for job hiring and promotion—and provides you with another marketable skill on your resume.