CIS3533 Doing Business in Japan 

 

Credit Hours: 3 Hours

Course Mission: This trip is to grow future global business leaders interested in doing business in Japan via exciting, exhilarating learning experiences.

Course Description: Appalachian State University is offering this course to educate students about doing busness in Japan.  The objective of this course is to develop a cross-cultural skill set for improving daily communications with Japanese business professionals and students in face-to-face and long-distance contexts. 

Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: Seminars provide an overview of the international challenges and opportunities associated with doing business in a global context, outside the US domestic market, and specifically in Japan.  In particular, we will focus on developing a practical introduction to and working knowledge of the business environment within Japan. You will learn practical communication tools and develop a range of effective interpersonal strategies for communication with the focus on business and social etiquette, attitudes towards time, negotiating practices, relationship building, leadership, motivation and team building.



Highlights 



• Observe the economic strength and social vitality of Japan

• Witness the preparation of Tokyo for a successful 2020 Olympics 

• Visit international firms operating in Japan

• Network with top executives to explore international internship opportunities

• Group discussion with local students in business and culture classes

• Build international friendships with local students via academic and social activities

• Tour major attractions in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Okayama and Kurashiki 

• Develop keen skills and knowledge to conduct business in Japan

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