Outsourcing and Offshoring: Multinationals, Technology, and Globalization (Spring, 2012)
Course Number:
ECON 262f (1)
Call Number:
7096
Instructor(s):
Mann, Catherine
Time(s):
M, W 03:30 - 05:00 PM; Lemberg, 54
Description:
Meets for one-half semester and yields half-course credit.
Outsourcing and offshoring raise questions of economic theory, business strategy, and policy emphasis for both industrial and emerging economies. This course examines and assesses empirically different theories of the multinational firm. Addresses how pervasive application of information technology exposes firms to business opportunities and economies to policy challenges. Usually offered every year.
