Learning Model

Learning Outcomes

The Master of Global Management (MGM) program is based on six learning outcomes:

1. Global Thinking
2. Problem Solving
3. Communication
4. Working with Others
5. Innovation
6. Critical Thinking.

These learning outcomes guide the design of the MGM curriculum in order to prepare students to do business internationally and perform under conditions of uncertainty, ambiguity, and perhaps even environmental stress. Uncertainty and ambiguity is driven by diversity of cultures, economies, social systems and political regimes within the international economic system.  The MGM serves professionals with a stronger global perspective and capacity to function effectively with individuals from other cultures, regions and ideologies.

The delivery format is face-to-face and experiential; task and project based, with an appropriate balance between academic theory and practical experience. This program focuses on international business skill and competence development. Those skills include, but are not limited to, negotiation, risk assessment, persuasive communication, selling, critical thinking, problem solving, active listening, and effective (rational and ethical) decision-making. Assessment will be appropriate to course content and program goals and will include but not limited to written and oral presentations.

Curriculum

The Master of Global Management program consists of a three-week online preparation course, a one-week on-campus foundational course, eleven core courses, and a specialized elective, for a total of 42 credits.  Our curriculum centres on four themes: cross-cultural awareness, ethical and rational decision-making, self awareness, and international business skill development. Course content is delivered by experienced faculty, guest speakers, and international business practitioners in order to bring the knowledge, skills and values needed by global professionals.

Core Courses

Core courses create the knowledge base for the program. The Master of Global Management program includes ten three-credit core courses, two of which may be taken overseas, and a six-credit cultural studies course (36 credits total).

• International Gateway - Required Online Activity
• MGM Cultural Foundations - Required On-campus Activity
• Cross-Cultural Studies
• Political Geography and International Economics
• International Business Strategy
• Comparative Management
• International Institutions and International Business Law
• International Market Entry and International Brand Management
• Decision-making Tools in an International Context
• Sustainability and International Corporate Citizenship
• International Business Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Corporate and International Finance
• International Business Negotiations

Option

• Choice of: International Industry Analysis or Canadian Internship

Pre-Residency

In preparation for the start of the MGM program, we require students to fully participate and complete all activities of an online pre-residency session called 'International Gateway' (IG).  This official start to the program begins three weeks prior to arriving on-campus, and guides students through a variety of technical and program-related activities relevant to a business program. The IG encourages exploration of the learning platform, formation of the learning community, and introduction to subject matter specific to the MGM program. It is critical that all students fully engage in the IG session to best position themselves for success in the program.

As all students may not be equally comfortable with the MS Office suite of software, students are encouraged to visit Computer Services Technical Training Tips to work through self-directed tutorials before coming to campus to attend their first residency. Students who need more formalized training may wish to register for an in-person course at a computer training institute.  Additional RRU tutorials available for new students are Math Assessment Quizzes and Online Learning Readiness Assessment.

Cultural Foundations

Throughout Foundations you will participate in a variety of workshops such as Team Development and Case Analysis, and you will begin your Cultural Studies course.  This week will also provide orientation to the university staff and services, as well as training for various RRU resources such as our online systems and research. Homework, readings, and team meetings may be done outside of regular class hours.

Options

Students are given the choice of completing the program in 12 months with the International Industry Analysis Project, or completing in 18 months with the Canadian Internship option.

The International Industry Analysis requires the student to design his or her own project, focused on addressing an issue faced by an organization that operates in an international context. Each student will investigate an industry using various models of industry analysis, collect appropriate data on their selected industry, apply appropriate models and investigate the current position and future trends in the industry.

The Internship option begins with a preparatory course focused on understanding the operation and culture of a Canadian workplace, followed by a six-month internship at a Canadian organization.  The precise nature of the internship opportunity will depend on the availability and the experience and skills of the student choosing this option.