Business in the Black Sea Region
Brief description
- Parameters and Economic Indicators of the Black Sea Region
- Theoretical concepts of political risk management
- Identification of political risks
- Evaluation and prioritisation of political risks
- Generic strategies in political risk management
Mode of delivery
face to face
Type
compulsory
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
- Leitner, Meissner (2017): State Capture, Political Risks and International Business. Cases from the Black Sea Region, Routledge.
- McKellar (2010): A Short Guide to Political Risk, Routledge.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Input, group work, reading materials, case studies, group discussions
Assessment methods and criteria
- Exam method: 30% assignments; 70% written final exam
- Assessment criteria: degree of problem identification, literature reference in answers, completeness of answers
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Modules Economics 1 und Economics 2
Infos
Degree programme
Logistics & Transport Management (Bachelor)
Cycle
Bachelor
ECTS Credits
3.00
Language of instruction
English
Curriculum
Part-Time
Academic year
2025
Semester
5 WS
Incoming
Yes
Learning outcome
After successful completion of the course, students can
- explain the specifics of the economic framework of the Black Sea region
- describe the theoretical foundation of political risk management
- identify, evaluate, and manage political risks
- analyse the interdependencies of political conditions and business strategies
Course code
0391-21-01-BB-DE-55b