Bangalore, India

Spring 2010 Semester - MGIB 850 AE
Travel Component: March 12-21, 2010
 
This course will focus on how organizations have adapted their teams and management approaches in an increasingly globalized workplace.  A significant percentage of US based firms outsource their back office functions to capitalize on the low-cost of labor in developing nations.  India has captured a large percentage of this outsourcing because of a sizable workforce of English speaking, well-educated people with a focus on Information Technology.

Additionally, this course will focus on the impact on teams of having the work managed in the US and completed in India.  We will look at the impact on team development, effectiveness, conflict management, communication and motivation.  Specifically this course will be designed to help students learn how adding systems and structures such as increased communication, clarification, and creating a company culture within the country culture.

Faculty Leader
Jodi Detjen

Faculty Co-Leader
C. Gopinath

Academic Component
Course Syllabus will be available in the beginning of the Fall 2009 semester.
 
Class Sessions:
Before Travel
Saturday, January 30, 10am-1pm
Discussion Board
Friday Feb 26, 4:30pm - 7:10pm
Friday March 5, 4:30pm - 7:10pm 

After Travel
Friday, April, 2, 4:30pm - 7:10pm

Note: All class sessions are mandatory and are held at times that do not conflict with other classes or holidays.

Costs
Tuition for 3 credits plus a $3,800 seminar fee 

Seminar Fee Includes:

• Round-trip airfare 
• Visa
• Centrally located accommodations (based on double occupancy) 
• Ground transportation throughout the seminar
• Business programming 
• Cultural programming, including:
  -Bangalore city tour
  -Day trip to Mysore 
• Many meals including, welcome reception and farewell dinner