International Trade
Rationale
The second discipline in International Trade for the IT major enables students to effectively work with customers and partners outside the United States. The outsourcing of certain areas of information technology is placing new demands upon IT professionals in the United States. They must be able to successfully interact with people in many other countries and leverage diversity to their benefit. This interdisciplinary program provides students with a global perspective, as well as technical skills, to be able to successfully develop and support IT solutions in an international environment.For more information contact Dr. Nancy Shumaker in the Center for International Studies at shumaker@GeorgiaSouthern.edu or (912) 478-5668.
Course Descriptions
| Course Number | Course Title | Course Description |
|---|---|---|
| Area F | ||
| ACCT 2030 | Survey of Accounting (3 hour) |
A study of the theory and application of accounting concepts used to gather and report economic information to users within and outside of the organization. The course stresses the use of accounting information for decision making within the framework of a free economy. Open to non BBA students. |
| Required Courses: | ||
| INTS 2130 | Introduction to International Studies (3 hours) |
Introductory course intended to provide students with a set of intellectual tools to identify and address the most pressing contemporary global events which are making headlines throughout the world today. In doing so, this course will introduce the concepts of "global" issues, the study of conflict from a regional/cultural perspective, and the study of contemporary events using a "level of analysis" perspective. |
| INTS 3130 | Contemporary World Cultures (3 hours) |
Survey and analysis of contemporary world cultures, in which selected cultural features, such as religion, political institutions, and interpersonal communications are examined across applicable cultures. Prerequisite: INTS 2130 is recommended. |
| INTS 3230 | Global Issues (3 hours) |
Study of selected global issues and problems facing all nations, states and peoples. |
| LOGT 3231 | Principles of Transportation (3 hours) |
An introduction to the principles of transportation with emphasis on transportation modal and intermodal operations (rail, highway, air, water, and pipeline transportation) and transportation management. Consideration is given to the economic, social, political and international aspects of the transportation industry. The role of logistics information technology in modern global transportation systems is introduced via topics including electronic data interchange, global positioning systems, and intelligent transportation systems. Prerequisite: Junior standing. |
| Select one course from the following: | ||
| GEOG 3230 | Economic Geography (recommended unless GEOG 1130 is taken) (3 hours) |
Study of the distribution, production and utilization of the world’s basic commodities. |
| LOGT 4232 | International Logistics (3 hours) |
An examination of the many differences between domestic and international supply chain management activities and functions. Considerable emphasis is placed upon the importance of ocean shipping and air transportation and their impact on international trade and global trade patterns. Other topics covered include INCOTERMS (international commercial terms), the use of EDI (electronic data interchange) in international transactions, the management of ocean carriers, the import/export process, the role of international agents and forwarders, and international sourcing decisions. Prerequisite: LOGT 3231. |
| LSTD 3130 | International Trade Regulation (3 hours) |
This course presents fundamentals of international trade operations, providing students with the experience of regulatory compliance while conducting the business of exporting. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. |
| MKTG 4136 | International Marketing (3 hours) |
An examination of the mechanics of international marketing with particular focus on the influence of culture on the development of marketing strategy. Coverage of marketing topics is comprehensive with a particular focus on current events and their relationship to trade. Discussion of ethics and global responsibility are infused throughout the course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "C" in MKTG 3131. |
| POLS 3236 | International Relations (3 hours) |
Introduces students to the basic concepts of international relations, including those of war and peace, power, foreign policy, international organizations, markets, demography, ecology, and the impact of information technology. Students will be provided with the necessary concepts, theories, and methods used in the discipline including quantitative analysis in order to gain a better understanding of the nature and problems of international relations. |