Undergraduate Courses 2025-26

Undergraduate courses marked with [EXP] may adopt the approach of experiential learning subject to different offerings. Students should check the delivery mode of the class section before registration.

• GBUS 1000

  Global Leadership Development

  0 Credit(s)
  Description

  The course is designed to promote students' personal development, teamwork, communications skills, career preparation, leadership capability, and a global mindset. For GBUS students only. Grade PP, P or F.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Demonstrate an understanding of personal strengths, leadership styles to determine areas for growth as a global business.
  • 2.
    Identify key principles of effective professional communication and their role in global business environments.
  • 3.
    Develop career skillsets by identifying global opportunities and aligning professional goals with market trends.
• GBUS 2010

  Global Business Analysis

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course develops students' proficiency in business analysis by building competence in using fundamental tools for business problem solving and delivering professional presentations. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Identify basic skills required to solve common business problems.
  • 2.
    Apply a structured approach to problem-solving.
  • 3.
    Describe the appropriate fact-based analysis tools, such as modeling technique.
  • 4.
    Develop and deliver a clear, fact-based business recommendation using PowerPoint, supported by a logical storyline and high-quality charts.
  • 5.
    Demonstrate effective teamwork skills by collaborating with peers.
• GBUS 2030

  From Zero to Exit – Journey of A Start-up

  2 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course is designed for students who are interested in starting a business or working for an entrepreneurial company. Students are expected to understand the opportunities and challenges of a start-up journey, from coming up with their own start up idea to incepting the idea, pitching for funding and to growing their own start-up. At the end of the course, they will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to kick start their business as an entrepreneur. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the course. For GBUS students only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Analyze start-up ecosystems and evaluate the dynamic challenges faced by founders.
  • 2.
    Evaluate key aspects of entrepreneurial ventures—particularly technology ventures—from both buy-side and sell-side perspectives.
  • 3.
    Demonstarte broad understanding of core business functions and practices, those not typically covered by academic curriculum.
  • 4.
    Apply critical and creative thinking to make effective decisions supported by analytical techniques.
  • 5.
    Demonstarte resilient by constructively handling objetcion and rejection.
• GBUS 2040

  Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Corporate Project

  1 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  GBUS 2010

  Mode of Delivery

  [EXP] Experiential learning

  Description

  This is a required course for Global Business students that aims to cultivate students’ interest and commitment in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). In this course, students will work with organizations (e.g., non-governmental organizations (NGO) or small and medium enterprise (SME)) to explore ESG initiatives and strategies. This course takes an experiential learning approach that allows students to apply their business knowledge and skill in helping organizations address pressing ESG needs so as to generate value and effect positive changes. For GBUS students. Graded P or F.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand and analyze ESG needs and issues from various stakeholders’ perspectives.
  • 2.
    Design appropriate initiatives or strategies to address organizations’ ESG-related needs.
  • 3.
    Work effectively in teams and with organization executives in ESG projects.
• GBUS 2050

  Blue Ocean Strategy Innovation and Execution

  2 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  GUBS 4000E

  Description

  This course introduces students to Blue Ocean Strategy, one of the most original ways of developing innovative strategy to appear in business thinking in recent years. This approach to strategy innovation distinguishes between the conventional cutthroat way most companies compete based on price and product features, known as the red ocean, and a new way of competing that emphasizes finding new markets that are free of competition – blue oceans. The course equips students with a set of highly practical tools that can be used in any organization both to develop strategic innovation and then to implement this change successfully. For GBUS students only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Analyze and gain insights from case studies from well-known global companies that illustrate the Blue Ocean approach in a stimulating way
  • 2.
    Develop a practical set of tools for building and implementing innovative strategies
  • 3.
    Develop a highly relevant approach to lead significant change in teams or organizations
  • 4.
    Apply the tools learned in the course to real-world scenarios and become familiar with their use and application
• GBUS 3010

  Global Perspectives on Contemporary Issues

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course aims to develop students' capacity for critical reflection. To deal with human interactions in a global setting, we need to equip ourselves with a spectrum of understanding and responses that go beyond our parochial mind-set. The course exposes students to issues outside the business field, providing an opportunity to explore relevant topics concerning their community, their world and themselves. For GBUS students or students with consent from instructor.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Demonstarte a well-developed awareness of major political, economic, social and ethical issues that are relevant to anyone operating in the global environment.
  • 2.
    Formulate and communicate their views on these issues in a clear and persuasive manner.
  • 3.
    Develop and present convincing arguments in a debating environment.
  • 4.
    Experience how to collaborate successfully and effectively with newly-formed teams.
  • 5.
    Understand how to give and receive feedback and learn from others.
  • 6.
    Critically reflect on their own perceptions and mindset and demonstarte a willingness to adapt or change these.
• GBUS 3030

  Global Business Case Studies

  4 Credit(s)
  Description

  This is an advanced case studies course that develops students' proficiency in conducting business problem solving and presentations under conditions simulating real business settings. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Apply a structured approach to problem-solving, as used in top management consulting companies.
  • 2.
    Develop and deliver a clear, fact-based business recommendation using PowerPoint, supported by a logical storyline and high-quality charts.
  • 3.
    Deliver profesional presentation and improve skills by incorporating feedback from peers and instructors.
  • 4.
    Demonstarte effective collaboration skills in a team settings.
  • 5.
    Apply business judgment to new situations.
• GBUS 3040

  Business and ESG Management for Asia and Emerging Markets

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course intends to develop a deep understanding of the contextual factors of Asia and emerging market countries, with a specific emphasis on the risks, challenges, and mitigants to doing business in these countries. In studying key business, political, economic, social, financial, and cultural characteristics of these countries, students will recognize regional differences and learn to develop relevant business strategies. Students will also explore how country differences impact business strategies and managerial decision-making. In addition, concepts that relate to corruption, corporate governance, and ESG will be covered. For GBUS students or students with instructor's approval only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Communicate ideas persuasively to inform and convince others.
  • 2.
    Demonstrate an understanding into the drivers of business decision making in Asia and the role played by managers in ensuring the integrity of the firm and maintaining appropriate levels of environment, social and corporate responsibility via case practice.
  • 3.
    Demonstrate the ability to derive and evaluate entry and market segmentation strategies in emerging markets and understand the impact of business model in marketing decisions via case practice.
  • 4.
    Develop their “business sense” in the solution of practical business problems in real world settings.
  • 5.
    Apply their understanding of ethical behavior to the solution of real-world business problems.
  • 6.
    Collaborate positively by actively seeking, and engaging in discussion of, the views of others while showing sensitivity to opposing views.
  • 7.
    Contribute to the successful and timely completion of a group project in line with their roles in teams.
  • 8.
    Approach business problems from alternative perspectives and with unconventional concepts or solutions.
• GBUS 3050

  Deal Making in Asia and Emerging Markets

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course introduces students to cross-border and cross-cultural business transactions in Asia and emerging markets. Analyzing cases studies of different types of real business deals, the course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of doing business in these regions and the opportunity to strategize as corporate decision makers through discussions, role plays, and presentations. The objective is to sharpen students' capabilities in deal structuring, financing, negotiating, and deal closing from a strategic management perspective. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Demonstrate an understanding of the techniques used to effectively structure, negotiate, and close deals in the real world
  • 2.
    Demonstrate an understanding of the different country and cultural contexts in Asia and selected emerging markets that are discussed in class
  • 3.
    Compare, contrast, and differentiate between different types of deals and the contexts in which they take place
  • 4.
    Critically analyze a new situation to identify which techniques and contextual factors are the most critical
  • 5.
    Design and implement strategies for structure, negotiate, and close deals in a variety of Asian and Emerging Market contexts
  • 6.
    Present deals effectively to potential deal partners and other team members
  • 7.
    Work effectively within a group and lead a team
  • 8.
    Enhance students' understanding of ethical challenges conducting deals in Asia and Emerging Markets
• GBUS 3060

  Value Investing in Global Markets

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  GBUS 4000D

  Description

  This course covers the basic theory and philosophy of value investing as it has developed since Graham. The styles of important value investors including Graham and Buffett will be introduced and discussed. The basic techniques of investing will also be presented: search, valuation and the construction of a portfolio. The framework developed will be adopted in class to study specific companies. This course will only focus on equities. For GBUS students only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Explain the methodology and philosophy of value investing, including key assumptions used, how value investing differs from other styles of investing and the strengths and limitations of this analysis framework
  • 2.
    Describe the key concepts, tools, and frameworks of value investing, such as search, and different types of valuation, how these types of valuation differ from each other and from those used elsewhere
  • 3.
    Apply economic tools and principles to identify, and analyze actual real-world companies
  • 4.
    Communicate these findings to the class and discuss with classmates
• GBUS 4000

  Special Topics in Global Business

  0-4 Credit(s)
  Description

  The course covers a coherent collection to topics in the current development of global business. May be graded by letter, or P/F for different offerings.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    (Each offering under the umbrella will have specific learning outcomes.)
• GBUS 4010

  Independent Study

  1-4 Credit(s)
  Description

  Faculty directed study of selected problems in global business. May be repeated for credits if different topics are taken. Graded P or F. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the course.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Demonstrate an in-depth and substantial knowledge and understanding on the topic chosen for the independent study
  • 2.
    Apply suitable business theories and framework to analyze and evaluate data relevant to the topic chosen for the independent study
  • 3.
    Develop and demonstrate critical thinking skills
  • 4.
    Articulate and present their arguments in a systematic way in a professional quality written report or oral presentation
• GBUS 4910

  Capstone Project

  4 Credit(s)
  Description

  The course is designed for final year GBUS students to synthesize skills and knowledge learned from the program by undertaking a challenging individual or team capstone project. For GBUS students only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Create professional quality project proposals.
  • 2.
    Manage a business project effectively.
  • 3.
    Collaborate effectively within a team by contributing ideas and actively engage in team discussions.
  • 4.
    Locate, gather, and organize information using appropriate information sources and technology.
  • 5.
    Integrate disciplinary knowledge and apply appropriate analytical tools in formulating solutions to practical business problems in real world settings.
  • 6.
    Deliver clear and engaging business presentations for a senior management audience.