With globalization on the rise, organizations require individuals not just to understand its implications but also possess the tools to handle it in a business context. This program focuses on exploring opportunities and risks in the international business landscape. Students take on the role of aspiring consultants, guiding businesses in crafting successful international strategies, identifying opportunities, and entering new markets. The minor is designed to equip you as an entrepreneur, business developer, or consultant, capable of formulating effective business strategies globally. Throughout the program, you will cultivate skills in managing innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. 

Content

Globalizing Business explores the integration of diverse markets and the evolving organizational landscape. In this minor, we delve into fostering business innovation, social responsibility, and identifying opportunities for internationalization in a globalized world. 

At the heart of this program is the European Union-funded project INTENSE (International Entrepreneurship Skills Europe), concentrating on the internationalization of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). As a participant, you will assume the role of a consultant, providing practical business advice on European internationalization. This collaborative project involves student teams from partner universities in Finland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Croatia, and France. Completing this minor establishes your theoretical foundation and equips you with the skills and mindset for success in international business and collaborative teams. 

The minor finishes with an International Week with visiting students and guest lecturers from India and Indonesia. You will play an International Business Simulation game with these visitors.

Courses

The programme consists of the following courses:

Consultancy: 5EC

Managing Change and Innovation: 5EC

Topics in International Business: 5EC

Business in Society: 5EC

Global Management Project: 10EC

All reading material will be provided. No additional costs are required. 

This minor addresses a large variety of learning objectives, at levels 2 and 3:  

• Consultancy skills level 2  
• International Business knowledge level 3  
• Project Management skills level 2  
• Change and Innovation Management Skills level 2  
• Communication Skills level 3  
• Sustainable business management knowledge level 3  
• Professional attitude level 2  

To join this program, all you need is an interest in business and management, a curious attitude, and a willingness to engage with diverse cultures while collaborating in learning teams. The Globalizing Business minor program welcomes both business and non-business students. 

• Mintzberg, H. (2013). Simply Managing What Managers Do - and Can Do Better. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.  
• Daft, R., Murphy J. &, Willmott, H. (2020). Organization Theory & Design: An International Perspective, 4th Edition. Cengage  
• Raworth, K. (2017). Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist. Random House UK.   
• Anderson, C. (2018), TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking. John Murray Press  
• Ghemawat, P. (2007). Redefining Global Strategy: Crossing Borders in a World where Differences Still Matter. Harvard Business Press.  
• Hamidizadeh, M. R., & Zargaranyazd, M. (2014). Analyzing International Readiness of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises. Central European Business Review, 3(4), 43.  
• Meyer, K., & Peng, M. W. (2016). International business. Cengage Learning.  
• Nidumolu, R., Prahalad, C. K., & Rangaswami, M. R. (2009). Why Sustainability Is Now the Key Driver of Innovation. (cover Story). Harvard Business Review, 87(9), 56–64.  
• Osterwalder, A., Pigneur, Y., & Clark, T. (2010). Business model generation: a handbook for visionaries, game changers, and challengers. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.  
• Stroh, L.K. & Johnson H. H. (2006): The Basic Principles of Effective Consulting. Lawrence Erlbaum Publishers: London  
• Vangen, S., & Huxham, C. (2003). Nurturing Collaborative Relations: Building Trust in Interorganizational Collaboration. The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, 39(1), 5–31. https://doi-org.hu.idm.oclc.org/10.1177/0021886303039001001  
• Lewicki, R. (2022). Essentials of Negotiation 5th (fifth) edition.  
• Why are transferable skills so important? (n.d.). Michael Page. https://www.michaelpage.co.uk/advice/career-advice/making-your-next-career-move/transferable-skills  

There will be 3 teaching days, which days is not known yet.

With the exception of the first teaching period of the academic year (starting September), the lesson and test schedules are always posted on Mijn Rooster four weeks before the start of each teaching period. The schedule for the first teaching period of the academic year can be found on the site three weeks before the start. The most up-to-date schedule is always visible on Mijn Rooster. 
At HU, full-time education may be scheduled between 08:30 and 19:00. 

You will be assessed through: 

• Professional portfolio 
• Reports 
• Presentations (traditional, pitch style, poster and role play) 
• Collaboration with the professional field for the project. 

Signed learning agreements for minors in period AB or Lint period can be uploaded up to and including 28 June 2024 in Osiris Application, see the instructions on the learning agreement or check our site. Learning agreements that are received after 28 June will not be processed. 

Signed learning agreements for minors in the CD period can be uploaded up to and including 6 December 2024 in Osiris Application, see the instructions on the learning agreement or check our site.
Learning agreements that are received after 6 December will not be processed. 

Please note: Learning Agreements will be considered in order of entry in Osiris Application (first come, first serve). A submitted learning agreement will not entitle you to a spot within a minor unless the following is the case: 

* The minor is not yet full: each minor has a maximum number of places per period 

* The student has submitted the learning agreement in full (including his/her own details and signature and the stamp of the examination board). 

* HU has signed and stamped the learning agreement