B493B Doing Business in Africa

Content

This module will explore commonalities and differences of business systems of sub-Saharan Africa.

Key topics include:

  • the economic framework conditions of sub-Saharan Africa
  • business cultures of African nations
  • African-European business partnerships

Key facts about the course

ECTS-Credits

6

 

Level

M.Sc.

Degree

Workload

60/120

class/self

Cycle

WS

generally

Course language

ENG

 

Duration of the module

1

term

Exam written

60

minutes

Maximum Student number

40

 


Objectives

This module enables students to comprehend the basics of African business systems and to explain the characteristics of management in Africa. They interpret the dynamic economic situation in sub-Saharan Africa and recognize the role of outside forces, such as the West, but also China. In addition, students identify the opportunities Africa provides for Western companies, and assess what these companies should do in order to make use of them.


Registration

Necessary!

Registration period: Aug 1st - Oct 22th, 2023

Please register for this course via  ALMA

 

Course work

Group presentation (compulsory!)

Course type

Seminar (1 SWS)

Literature

Will be announced in the lecture!

Exam

Registration: Please register with via ALMA during the registration periods for the exam on the main or repeat date.