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FITT
3101
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Global Business Environment This course provides a comprehensive overview of key aspects of global business in the 21st century. It allows the learner to understand the key forces driving the international economy and it also provides a basic introduction to the skills required of successful international trade practitioners in today’s global business environment.
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FITT
4102
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International Marketing The International Marketing course guides the learner through the steps needed to prepare for selling products and services to the international customer. A review of the principles of marketing, market research, as well as political, legal, regulatory and cultural considerations relating to international marketing is included. Pricing, promotional and e-marketing strategies as they relate to the international market are also discussed. One of the most important tools for achieving international success is a well researched and evolving international marketing plan. This course will assist the learner to prepare an effective international marketing plan for a customer or organization.
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FITT
4103
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International Trade Finance Through the study of International Trade Finance, the student will develop the practical skills needed by world class trade professionals to handle the financing aspects of international trade transactions.
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FITT
4104
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Global Supply Chain Management This course focuses on the essential basics of global supply chain management. The learner will understand 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. Standard trade documentation and Incoterms are also covered. As well as the principles for managing production, inventory, delivery and returns efficiently and cost effectively. Methods to reduce supply chain risk and enhance performance are also included.
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FITT
4105
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International Market Entry & Distribution This course focuses on how to evaluate market entry strategies and how to select a strategy that is appropriate to the proposed venture(s). While examining possible entry strategies, students will develop a better understanding of the roles that investment and partnering play in facilitating international trade activities.
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FITT
4106
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International Trade Research This course describes the essential basics of international trade research. It explains the importance of research in the success of all international trade ventures, including exporting, importing and foreign direct investments. The use of research to develop intelligence about international markets and competing organizations is also covered. The various stages of a professional research process are discussed in some depth, including: defining research objectives; creating a research brief; selecting research design and data sources; collecting the information; analyzing and organizing the information to address the research
objectives and effectively communicating the results.
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FITT
4107
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Legal Aspects of International Trade This course reviews the basic legal principles applicable to any businessperson or corporation carrying on the many differing activities that comprise a Canadian business venture. Included is an overview of the Canadian legal system, Canadian laws of contract, intellectual property, product liability and sale of goods. It also addresses business transactions in an international setting including the resolution of international disputes, legal aspects of carriage of goods, payment, finance, and export controls.
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FITT
5108
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International Trade Management International Trade Management provides 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.
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INTB
3205
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International Business Culture This course provides students with an introduction to the cultural diversity of the global marketplace. The course will emphasize the geographical perspective in the investigation and analysis of the major culture realms with the aim of providing students with key concepts and analytic processes so that they will be able to research potential markets in a cultural context.
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INTB
4205
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Resources for Exporters This course provides students with a solid introduction to the basic requirements for accessing foreign markets. It also gives the student a comprehensive knowledge of the export support infrastructure which is available to most Canadian companies. The course provides coverage of the various agencies, programs, services and information tools (faxlink, Internet sites, etc.) that are available to assist Canadian exporters. The student will learn how each of these tools can be used to meet a wide variety of export needs.
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INTB
5450
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Independent Applied Research Lab This course provides the student with the opportunity to expand his/her skills and knowledge in an area of international business that is of personal interest. The subject matter to be learned is chosen by the student and agreed upon by the instructor based on the needs of the individual student..
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INTB
5997
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Internship For the learner your Internship experience is an opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test and to prove to yourself and your employer(s) that you are a capable and motivated employee. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your skills, knowledge, initiative, attitude, and you willingness to seek out and take advantage of opportunities to learn from your co-workers and supervisors. You are also an ambassador for Nova Scotia Community College and for other students who follow you. The best advertising for the Internship program is a satisfied employer who wants another good Intern just like the last one.
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MGMT
2041
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Business Project Planning Learners in this course will learn the theory and develop skills to effectively plan, manage, and implement projects in a business environment.
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MKTG
2015
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Professional Selling The main focus of this course is selling skills needed in the work force. Many skills are introduced through theory and practice. Learners will be able to use the skills acquired in any profession they enter. This course introduces consultative selling techniques to develop strategies and tactics that get and keep customers.
Learners will receive certificates from the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) for successfully completing the ‘Professional Selling’ course.
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SAFE
1000
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Introduction to WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems) This course offers the students the introduction to WHMIS, which is training required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge in WHMIS for the workplace and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.
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SAFE
1001
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Introduction to NS OH&S Act This course offers the students the introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act of Nova Scotia, which is required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge of the Act for the students and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.
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Students must complete one (1) unit / credit of electives from business and business related courses. Recommended courses are MGMT 3420 (Small Business Management) and INTB 2008 (World Geography).
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International Business open elective course requirement. Recommended course is MGMT 2030 (Contemporary Business Ethics). Note: Spanish courses (SPAN 1000, SPAN 2000, SPAN 3000) may not be used to satisfy this requirement.
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