This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead diverse teams in a globalized environment. It focuses on fostering innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex global challenges. Through experiential learning, students will develop strategic leadership capabilities and cultural intelligence. The course prepares future leaders to drive sustainable growth and transformative change in their organizations.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Develop strategic leadership skills to effectively manage and inspire diverse, global teams.
2. Cultivate innovative problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in an international context.
3. Enhance cultural intelligence and adaptability to thrive in multicultural environments.
4. Foster a commitment to sustainable growth and transformative change within organizations.

Introduction to Global Business Leadership; Leadership theories and models; Characteristics of effective global leaders;Leadership styles in cross-cultural contexts; Role of leadership in driving global business success:

Diplomatic Strategies in International Business;Principles of diplomatic negotiation;Diplomatic protocols and etiquette;Conflict resolution techniques in international business; Diplomatic immunity and its implications for global business leaders:

Cross-Cultural Communication; Understanding cultural dimensions and frameworks;Communication styles across cultures;Overcoming language barriers in global communication;Non-verbal communication cues in cross-cultural interactions:

Global Leadership Development;Leadership development programs and initiatives; Mentoring and coaching for global leaders;Developing emotional intelligence and resilience; Continuous learning and self-improvement in leadership:

Strategic Decision-Making in Global Business; Strategic thinking and planning in global business contexts; Risk assessment and management in international business;Formulating and implementing global business strategies;Evaluating strategic outcomes and adjusting course as needed:

Ethical Leadership in a Global Context;Ethical theories and frameworks in business;Corporate social responsibility (CSR) in global business leadership;Ethical dilemmas in cross-border business operations;Building a culture of integrity and accountability in global organizations:

Global Business Diplomacy;Economic diplomacy and its role in international business;Diplomatic relations and alliances in global business; Public-private partnerships in diplomatic initiatives;Leveraging diplomatic networks for business success:

Cultural Intelligence and Adaptability;Developing cultural intelligence (CQ) for global leadership; Adapting leadership styles to diverse cultural contexts; Building trust and rapport across cultural boundaries; Managing multicultural teams effectively:

Global Business Negotiation; Negotiation strategies and tactics in international business; Power dynamics and influence in global negotiations;Handling challenging negotiations and conflicts;Achieving win-win outcomes in global business negotiations:

Leadership in Global Business Sustainability;Sustainability leadership and corporate sustainability strategies; Integrating sustainability into global business operations;Addressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in global leadership;Driving positive social and environmental impact through business leadership.