This course focuses on understanding how a firm can achieve success in complex and changing environment, from the perspective of a leader for a business entity, a corporation or division. The course will introduce concepts and frameworks based on theory of strategy, management and innovation, which are valuable in practice. The course will introduce the skills and actions general managers need for the development, communication and implementation of strategic decisions in different types of organizations, focusing on technological innovation. Taking a case-based approach, students will develop corporate strategies and business models for firms through group projects and business case analysis.

This course introduces the analytical tools of macroeconomics and international finance, and demonstrates the application to real-world contexts with an emphasis on Asia. The course is designed to help business leaders better understand monetary policy and central bank decision making, and how these factors impact the countries in which they operate, especially in times of crisis.

This topic covers major issues related to the internationalization of businesses in South East, East and South Asia, alongside the management issues endemic to multinational enterprises operating in the same region. Major decisions that will be examined include the choice of entry mode (greenfield, joint venture or M&A), the choice of region, product choice and design for entry as well as the timing of the entry decision. With respect to the management of the multinational enterprises, students will understand better how to manage the cultural, regulatory and political intricacies of multinational firms situated in the many diverse markets of Asia. Students who complete this course will be well-equipped to guide the internationalization of SMEs, or manage effectively in an MNC context.

This course provides a deep understanding of corporate governance from an international angle. It draws from the perspectives of research and practice, and places a strong emphasis on the current affairs of corporations. The course includes an overview of corporate governance mechanisms that help control managerial behaviour under different ownership structures. It deals with the policy responses to corporate governance concerns, including board of directors, board committees, accountability and auditing, compensation, disclosure and transparency, and communication with investors. In addition, the course covers emerging issues in sustainability, particularly the challenges of sustainability disclosures as well as ethics and social responsibility.

The course covers managerial economics theory and applications. It develops tools of quantitative and qualitative analysis for decision-making in situations of scarce resources, competition, and imperfect markets, with applications to business management and policy. Core topics include marginal analysis, competitive markets, market power and game theory. The techniques provide building blocks for other disciplines, including cost accounting, corporate finance, marketing, and business strategy.

The objective of this study trip is to offer students an overseas learning experience with a focus on technology and business innovation. The course consists of the following three major parts: (1) company visits with senior executives sharing their practices and insights into technology management and business model innovation, (2) workshops on creativity and innovation, and (3) lectures and seminars focusing on latest technology trends and developments. Through this study trip, students will get exposed to the frontiers of technology management and innovation and their implications for business.

Family business is the more common type of firm around the world. This is especially so in Asia, where family firms not just dominate the small firm category but also constitute the majority of companies listed on most Asian stock exchanges. This course provides students the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of family firms across Asia, with a special focus on Southeast Asia. Aside from a better understanding of how to sustain a family firm from the perspective of the family, the course will also take an outsider’s perspective, including investors, partners, executives, and policy makers.

This course will allow participants hands-on experience on doing business in Indonesia through experiential learning.