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Learning Outcome 1: Be able to critically discuss the impacts of globalisation on organisations.

1.1 Analyse the effects of globalisation on organisations operating nationally using PESTLE approach.

1.2 Evaluate the role of the EU on organisations with global presence.

1.3 Explain the roles and responsibilities of international organisations for harmonising business practice globally.

Learning Outcome 2: Be able to critically discuss the socio- cultural, ethical and moral issues that affect global organisations. 2.1 Critically analyse various socio-cultural, ethical and moral factors that may affect global organisations.

2.2 Compare and contrast organisational approaches to ethically manage globally diverse workforce.
2.3 Critically discuss the roles and responsibilities of global organisations to improve workforce welfare.

Learning Outcome 3: Be able to analyse the role of corporate governance in global organisations. 3.1 Justify the significance of responsible corporate governance in global organisations.

3.2 Critically analyse the regulatory requirements that shape corporate governance in global organisations.

3.3 Critically evaluate the impact of regulatory requirements on corporate stakeholders' interests in a global organisation.

Learning Outcome 4: Be able to critically discuss International Consumer Protection laws.

4.1 Analyse the significance of national and international legal frameworks covering consumer protection laws.
4.2 Examine key international consumer protection laws that may affect the operations of a global organisation.
4.3 Evaluate the measures that exist in a global organisation to protect consumers' interests.

Learning Outcome 5: Be able to critically analyse regulations related to online trading.

5.1 Analyse the significance of the UK legislations related to online trading.
5.2 Determine the actions that need to be taken by organisations to ensure they are adhering to the key online trading legislations.

Scenario

You are a mid-level manager at UrDevice a company that aims to revolutionise mobile phones and tablets. The CEO, Mrs Dee Zasterm, is a believer in alternative system and has been watching the progresses of Ubuntu for years, she also noted that Jolla received a lot of publicity with their phone and tablet. Inspired by the crowdfunding success of Jolla, Mrs Dee Zaster former UrDevice 1 year ago, believing that there was a market for a cheaper alternative than the market leaders (iPhones, Samsung, etc) with a more efficient operating software than iOS and Android.

UrDevice understand that the market in Advanced Economies such as USA, UK, South Korea and Japan is already dominated by the big ones and consequently you are looking as developing economies in order to make a name for yourself, you are thinking about one of the BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) due to the sheer number of potential customers. In addition, and although the company is based in London, you believe that production for hardware and even the programming should be delocalised to cut the cost down.

Task 1 - Report

Instructions:

Prepare a memo concerning the impact of globalisation and the expectations:

Using PESTLE as a framework (and using examples) explain the effects of globalisation on national economies
Evaluate the role of the EU and International institutions (e.g. IMF, WTO, etc.) on business organisations

Task 2 - Presentation

Instructions:

Prepare and deliver a presentation meeting for Mrs Dee Zaster regarding corporate governance and Corporate Social Responsibility.

Given the current economic environment, review various ethical, moral and socio-cultural issues (including responsibilities to employees) affecting global organisations.
Compare and contrast organisational approach to ensuring positive policies of ethics and maintaining workforce diversity.

Critically explore the significance of corporate governance in global organisations.
Analyse the regulatory requirements that shape corporate governance andevaluate their impacts on stakeholders' interest

Task 3 Instructions:
Select a BRICS country (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) and prepare a report in which you should have:

An introduction in which you should analyse the significance of consumer protection laws and online trading in your chosen country.
A section providing a summary of the consumer protection laws and online trading,

Conclusions as explaining what UrBusiness should do to comply. You should however not limit yourself to the legal requirements and should investigate the measures taken by competitors such as Jolla, Apple and Google in order to create appropriate policies.

Attachment:- Globalisation and Corporate Governance.rar