Master in International Economics and Management 6 th edition 2011/2012
Rui Henrique Alves Maria do Rosário Moreira Rosa Forte (Director) Ana Paula Africano Raquel Meneses Introduction This Master program is a valuable asset to those looking for knowledge in the international business area. It aims to develop the soft and technical skills and attitudes that are essential for creating and enhancing the competitive advantages of businesses in the context of globalisation. The Master follows an innovative and highly practical program which includes several themes not often found in other Masters. Supported by relevant theoretical knowledge, it builds on the analysis and discussion of relevant case studies, allowing creating and upgrading skills that are precious in the job market, such as decision making, communication of results, and team work. Additionally, this Master program addresses important current issues, with presentation of real cases of internationalisation of firms.
Objectives and Applicants The Master in International Economics and Management aims at training professionals for careers that require solid knowledge of both how the global economy works and business management in a context of international competition. This Master is of particular interest to those professionals (Portuguese or foreign) involved in the management of organisations, that are already internationalised or in the process of internationalisation, who aim at expanding, developing or consolidating their skills in the area of International Business. It may also be of interest to some professionals that although not working directly in the international area, aim at developing their competencies in those subjects. This program is also an excellent opportunity for students who have completed the 1st Cycle of studies who need or desire to acquire expertise in subjects such as International Strategic Management, International Marketing, International Trade and Investment, which enable them to perform professional activities in the International Business area in a nearby future. Course Structure and Organisation The Master in International Economics and Management has 4 semesters and it is organised as follows: A curricular component, totaling 75 ECTS, with evening classes 6.30pm to 9.30pm on working days, and morning classes on Saturday; A scientific dissertation or project work, original and specifically elaborated for that purpose, or an internship with a final report, representing 45 ECTS, which begins in the 1. st semester of 2. nd year. Academic Calendar 1. st Semester Classes Evaluation Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. 2. nd Semester Classes Evaluation
COURSE CONTENT Year/Semester Curricular Units Year/Semester Curricular Units 1. st Year Multinationals and Internationalisation 1. st Semester International Trade International Marketing Option I 2. nd Year Seminars 1. st Semester Research Methodology Dissertation / Work Project / Internship 1. st Year International Strategic Management* 2. nd Semester Option II Option III Option IV 2. nd Year Dissertation / Work Project / Internship 2. nd Semester * This course works in English. The number of ECTS is 7.5 for curricular units, except the Dissertation / Project / Internship, which is 15 (2 nd Year 1 st Semester) + 30 (2 nd Year 2 nd Semester). Students can customise their course content by choosing specific option subjects of the Master in International Economics and Management or those from other FEP Master courses, with the prior approval of the Master Academic Committee. Master Course Diploma The Course Diploma in International Economic and Management Studies, which does not confer an academic degree, is obtained upon the conclusion of the curricular component. The Master s degree is awarded after public defense of the Dissertation / Project work / Internship. Part-time enrolment In this case, the student has to conclude the program in a maximum of 8 semesters. This option is more suitable for students who are also working. The student may change from part-time to full-time regime and vice versa at the beginning of each academic year, if conditions imposed by the University of Porto are satisfied.
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS Multinationals and Internationalisation Foreign Direct Investment and the multinational firm. The internationalisation process of the firm. Impact of foreign direct investment and spillovers. Institutions, regulation and public policies. International Trade International trade theories and policies. Regional trade blocks. International institutions related to trade. The external trade policy of the European Union. Institutions and support policies for exporting in the EU and in Portugal. Financing export/import operations. Export strategies case studies. International Strategic Management Strategy and global strategy. Different perspectives on the sources of competitiveness of companies. Strategies at the level of the company. Strategies at the level of the group. Corporate governance. Social responsibility. International Marketing Conditions for internationalisation. International context. Research and opportunity analysis. Segmentation and selection of markets. Targeting and positioning in a multicultural context. Analysis and management of the marketing mix. Seminars Invited speakers include both wellrenowned entrepreneurs and CEOs, who present and discuss their company s internationalisation process, and academic experts and heads of public and private institutions who deal with theoretical and policy issues related to the internationalisation of the Portuguese economy and companies. Research Methodology Provide students with the tools and processes for the preparation and presentation of the dissertation/work project/internship proposals. In particular, it includes hands on approach to both quantitative and qualitative methods of research in economics and management area, as well as the detailed presentation of statistical and bibliographical databases specifically required the International Business issues. OPTIONAL CURRICULAR UNITS WHICH ARE RELEVANT FOR THE THEMATIC AREAS OF THE MASTER Semester Unidades Curriculares ECTS 2. nd semester Markets for Internationalisation 7,5 2. nd semester International Operations Management 7,5 2. nd semester International Business Law 7,5 Other Masters 2. nd semester International Economics and Finance 7,5 1. st semester Competitiveness 7,5 1. st semester Entrepreneurship 7,5 1. st semester Market Studies 3 1. st semester Financial Accounting I 6 2. nd semester International Human Resource Management 6
COURSE DIRECTOR AND ACADEMIC COMMITTEE Professor Ana Paula Africano Professor Maria do Rosário Moreira Professor Raquel Meneses Professor Rosa Forte (Director) Professor Rui Henrique Alves FEES Full-time student: the fee payable will be defined by University of Porto. Part-time student: 75% of the maximum fee established by the University of Porto. A student is considered part-time when enrolled in a maximum of 37.5 ECTS credits per year. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Those eligible to apply for the Master s course are: a) Holders of an honours degree or legal equivalent. b) Holders of a foreign higher academic degree awarded following a 1st cycle of studies organised according to the principles of the Bologna Process by a State that has subscribed to the Process. c) Holders of a foreign higher academic degree that is recognised as meeting the aims of an honours degree by the Academic Board of the Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto. d) Holders of an academic or professional school curriculum that is recognised as proving the capacity to perform this cycle of studies by the Academic Board of the Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto. Candidates are selected taking into consideration: a) Classifications of undergraduate and other (s) degree (s) or post graduate Diploma. b) Academic and / or scientific curriculum. c) Professional curriculum. Upon the proposal of the Masters Course Director, the Academic Board of the Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto may establish other entry requirements in addition to those listed above. PREFERENCE FACTORS Good knowledge of English; Score obtained on the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test).
APPLICATIONS Applications for the Master should be submitted online between 4 th and 29 th April 2011. The online application must be accompanied by the following documents: Copy of Identity Card / Passport; Curriculum vitae; Motivation Letter including the main reasons for attending the Master; Certificates proving the academic degrees obtained (including certificates of disciplines); Two recommendation letters. NUMBER OF PLACES INFORMATION AND CONTACTS For further information or clarification contact the Masters Administrative Office: Fernanda Silva Email mfsilva@fep.up.pt Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-464 Porto Tel. +351 225 571 100 Fax. +351 225 505 050 More informations at: www.fep.up.pt/cursos/mestrados/megi The course will run with a maximum of 30 students. Enrollment and Registration 30 th to 31 st May (to be confirmed in www.fep.up.pt). Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-464 Porto Tel. 351 225 571 100 Fax. 351 225 505 050 www.fep.up.pt