Asian Studies in Business and Business Cultures
| Period(s) | I | II | III | IV |
| 2012–2013 | X | |||
| 2013–2014 | X | |||
| 2014–2015 | X |
Learning outcomes
The objective of the course is particularly to get the students acquainted with the legal and ethical aspects related to export and import process, technology transfer, different business modes, contract and taxation laws and Intellectual Property Rights.
Contents
The course introduces the students to the legal frames and practices of solving juridical problems in the Asia-Pacific Region. The main areas of emphasis are: characteristics of Asian, especially Chinese, Indian and Islamic business legislation, contract laws, capital and financial markets, trade and currency legislation, labor laws, taxation and intellectual property rights (IPR). Accordingly, business ethics and corruption will be discussed in the course.
Teaching methods
Lectures and exercises 20 h.
Teaching language
EnglishModes of study
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Project work, written in a group of 3–4 students.
Evaluation
Numeric 1-5.Study materials
1. Textbooks, to be announced by the lecturer.
2. Journals and other materials, informed by the lecturer.
Further information
Recommended year of study: 2.-3. year Autumn
Belongs to following study modules
