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2025/2026  KAN-CSCAV2503U  Global Strategy and Cross-Border Networks

English Title
Global Strategy and Cross-Border Networks

Course information
Language English
Course ECTS 7.5 ECTS
Type Elective
Level Full Degree Master
Duration One Semester
Start time of the course Autumn
Timetable Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk
Study board
Study Board of Markets & Innovation
Course coordinator
  • Grazia Santangelo - Department of Strategy and Innovation (SI)
Main academic disciplines
  • Globalisation and international business
  • Strategy
Teaching methods
  • Face-to-face teaching
Last updated on 12/02/2025

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Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to provide students with a strong theoretical foundation in global strategy with a focus on cross-border networks to give them the tools to make sound strategic decisions in a global context where networking within the firm's unit across space as well as with external partners geographically separate has gained strategic relevance. After this course, the student should be able to master the following learning objectives:
  • Identify, evaluate and discuss key theories, frameworks and models in relation to global strategy
  • Assess global market opportunities and threats
  • Identify, evaluate and apply different theoretical perspectives on the firm's global strategy-making
  • Analyze business case studies by applying relevant concepts and theoretical perspectives on global strategy
Examination
Global Strategy and Cross-Border Networks:
Exam ECTS 7.5
Examination form Written sit-in exam on CBS' computers
Individual or group exam Individual exam
Assignment type Case based assignment
Duration 4 hours
Grading scale 7-point grading scale
Examiner(s) One internal examiner
Exam period Autumn and Winter
Aids Closed book: no aids
However, at all written sit-in exams the student has access to the basic IT application package (Microsoft Office365 (minus Excel), document camera and paper, 7-zip file manager, Adobe Reader DC, PDF24, Texlive, VLC player, Windows Media Player – ATTENTION no sound allowed), and the student is allowed to bring simple writing and drawing utensils (non-digital). PLEASE NOTE: Students are not allowed to communicate with others during the exam.
Make-up exam/re-exam
Same examination form as the ordinary exam
The number of registered candidates for the make-up examination/re-take examination may warrant that it most appropriately be held as an oral examination. The programme office will inform the students if the make-up examination/re-take examination instead is held as an oral examination including a second examiner or external examiner.
Description of the exam procedure

The exam consists of a case essay with assignment questions. 
Course content, structure and pedagogical approach

The course provides students with theoretical frameworks to understand the global strategy of multinational enterprises (MNEs), with a particular emphasis on their cross-border networks across both market and non-market domains. These networks include internal structures, such as geographically dispersed teams and subsidiaries, as well as external linkages, such as global value chains and relationships with host country politicians and regulators. While leveraging these networks is vital for sustaining an MNE's competitive advantage, their management involves navigating complex challenges, particularly in relation to sustainability and geopolitics. Through this course, students will gain the tools to analyze the formation and management of diverse cross-border networks and their strategic implications for MNEs operating in a globalized environment.

 

 

NORDIC NINE

The course 'Global Strategies and Cross-Border Networks' gives the students deep business knowledge placed in a broad context (NN1). The course equips students with the capabilities to create value from global connections for local communities (NN9). The students learn to balance competitiveness in business and compassion towards society (NN4) while addressing ethical dilemmas of strategy (NN5). The course also develops the capacity of students to understand how to produce prosperity while protecting the prosperity of next generations (NN7).
Research-based teaching
CBS’ programmes and teaching are research-based. The following types of research-based knowledge and research-like activities are included in this course:
Research-based knowledge
  • Classic and basic theory
  • Teacher’s own research
Research-like activities
  • Discussion, critical reflection, modelling
Description of the teaching methods
Teaching methods and materials in-class lectures, exercises with case studies and student presentations
Feedback during the teaching period
Students will receive feedback from in-class discussion and student presentations. None of these are mandatory but function as exam preparation. Attendance and active participation will also secure continuous feedback. Faculty staff teaching the course will be available during office hours for the duration of the course.
Student workload
Preparation time (readings, group work, etc.) 120 hours
Lectures/ class exercises/ “homework café”/ workshops etc 32 hours
Exam (incl. preparation for the exam and actual exam period) 75 hours
Further Information

This course is part of the minor: "Global Strategy: Connecting Business Across Networks."
Last updated on 12/02/2025