CCSF Catalog International Business Courses

INTR 162. Survey of International Business (3)
Lec-3
A comprehensive overview of international business, including a global perspective of international trade, foreign investments, impact on financial markets, international marketing, and the operation of multinational corporations. CSU

INTR 163. International Marketing (3)
Lec-3
Concepts and principles of international marketing through the use of practical examples and actual case studies of international marketing organizations. Studies include: international marketing position of the United States, market entry strategy, analysis of foreign markets, culture and marketing, product design, pricing, distribution, promotion, and sales. CSU

INTR 166A. Letters of Credit (0.5)
Lec-1 (3 wks)
Methods of structuring, negotiating, and processing letters of
credit, discussing costs and defining fees involved. Rights and
obligations of the bank, the customer, and the beneficiary are examined, including sources of technical advice, typical problems, payment arrangements, and ways of working with the bank’s international division. CSU

INTR 167. International Law (3)
Lec-3
Introduction to the legal aspects and ramifications of international trade topics including multinational enterprises, sovereignty, technology transfer, arbitration, negotiation, and diplomacy. CSU

INTR 170. International Finance (3)
Lec-3
Repeat: max. 6 units
An in-depth examination of the process of international banking and financial transactions. Case studies will emphasize techniques, terminology, philosophies, and various successful as well as unsuccessful approaches to international export-import financing. Special focus will be given to preparing small and medium-sized business enterprises to compete in a global environment. CSU

INTR 172. International E-Business: Resources and Tools (3)
Lec-3 P/NP available
A practical exploration of conducting successful international business using the tools and resources of today's Internet, including E-commerce marketing, product and trade data access, search engines, web site alternatives, transportation tracking, governmental resources and assistance, electronic submission of customs documentation, electronic payments, internet software tools and business related hardware options. CSU

INTR 173. Export-Import (3)
Lec-3
A comprehensive examination of the process of international Export and Import practices. The course includes techniques, terminology, philosophies, and various approaches to international export-import business. Special focus will be given to preparing small and medium-sized business enterprises to compete in a global environment. (Please note that students that have taken either INTR-164A or INTR-165A are not eligible to take this course.) CSU

INTR 175. Business Practice: Vietnam (2)
Lec-2 P/NP available
A course covering the current business environment in Southeast Asia with a focus on Vietnam, including legal developments, infrastructure issues, policy changes, trade agreements and labor practices. CSU

INTR 176. Business/Culture: Vietnam (3)
Lec-3, field trips P/NP available
A course exploring Vietnamese culture and its impact on business. Subjects include history, aesthetics, communication, social structures, and customs. This course will create a context for doing business in Southeast Asia. CSU
INTR 176 = ASIA 176

NONCREDIT COURSES:

INTR 9456. Export/Import Shipping and Insurance (3 hrs)
An introduction to shipping exports via air and sea and to obtaining the necessary insurance.

INTR 9457. Export/Import Marketing (3 hrs)
An introduction to international marketing. Identification and evaluation of markets abroad. Developing a marketing strategy.

INTR 9458. Export/Import Financing (3 hrs)
An overview of the various methods of receiving payment for export sales, the types of financing available through commercial banks, letters of credit, and government assistance programs.

INTR 9459. Export/Import Basics (3 hrs)
An overview of the import/export process including comparison of domestic and international transactions, methods and sources of market research, assessment of product import/export potential, and assistance available from various government agencies.

INTR 9460. Export/Import Documents (3 hrs)
An examination of the simultaneous flow of documents, goods, and payments in an export or import transaction, and an explanation of the various documents which may be required. Practice in the preparation of the most commonly used documents.

INTR 9480. International Business (18 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3500
A survey of the methods, problems and environments of selected trading partners. Covers exporting, importing, finance, investment, human resources, culture and marketing as applied to world trade. Various regions may be emphasized by arrangement.

INTR 9773. U.S. Trade Competitiveness (3 hrs)
A discussion of the causes and possible remedies for the current U.S. trade imbalance.

INTR 9785. U.S. Trade with Asia Part I (Japan and South Korea) (3 hrs)
An analysis of trade relationships between U.S. and Japan and the U.S. and South Korea. Identification of current problems, future trends and prospects. Particular emphasis will be focused on U.S. trade competitiveness, marketing, cultural dimensions, business negotiating, and bilateral Japanese and South Korean, U.S. agreements and protocols..

INTR 9786. U.S. Trade with the Americas (3 hrs)
An overview of the trade relationships between U.S. and the other countries of the western hemisphere.

INTR 9787. U.S. Trade with African Countries (3 hrs)
An overview of the trade relationships between the U.S. and the countries of Africa.

INTR 9790. U.S. Trade with Asia Part II (China, Hong Kong and Taiwan) (3 hrs)
An analysis of trade relationships between the U.S. China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Identification of current problems, future trends and prospects. Particular emphasis will be focused on U.S. trade competitiveness, market development, cultural perceptions and practices, business negotiating, and bilateral trade agreements.

INTR 9791. U.S. Trade with Western Europe (3 hrs)
An analysis of U.S. trade relationships with the countries of western Europe. Particular attention will be paid to the impact of the European Union on U.S. trade potential.

INTR 9792. U.S. Trade with Eastern Europe (3 hrs)
An analysis of U.S. trade with East Europe and the countries of the former Soviet Bloc, and an assessment of future trends.

INTR 9793. U.S. Trade with the Middle East (3 hrs)
Assess the state of U.S. trade with the countries of the Middle East and evaluate future prospects.

INTR 9794. Developing the International Business Plan (3 hrs)
Analysis and preparation of international business and marketing plans.

INTR 9795. International Bids, Proposals (RFPs) and Tenders (3 hrs)
Assess and evaluate international bids, proposals and tenders. Identify the essential elements and steps in preparing a winning proposal.

INTR 9796. International Trade Agencies and Agreements (3 hrs)
Analysis and review of the role of International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization. Examination of trade agreements such as NAFTA and the European Union and their effect on U.S. import/export trade.

INTR 9797. U.S. Trade with Asia Part III (Southeast Asia) (3 hrs)
An analysis of trade relationships between the U.S. and Japan and the U.S. and South Korea, identification of current problems, future trends and prospects. Particular emphasis will be focused on U.S. trade competitiveness, marketing, cultural perceptions and practices, business negotiating, and bilateral trade agreements.