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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Contemporary U.S. Business and Society
Module Code	LG212
School	School of Law & Government
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Gary Murphy Semester 2: Gary Murphy Autumn: Gary Murphy
Module Teacher	Shane Martin
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

INACTIVE - In the United States of America business operates within a legal and regulatory system delineated by government and politics. It can, therefore, be in the interest of US business to try to influence government decision-making. The contemporary power and influence of the US in the world, and the nature of international economic activity, mean that the character of American business and society is of global significance. As the United States worldwide power is largely based upon the strong performance of its business corporations, and its economy more generally, it is important for business students to gain an understanding of how business and politics are intertwined in America. This module offers students a wide-ranging introduction to the political and societal context from within which US business exists.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe and explain of how business and politics are intertwined in America
2. Evaluate how politics and business simultaneously influence each other
3. Analyse specific areas of government-business relations
4. Appraise the nature and effectiveness of business regulation in America
5. Compare and contrast the culture of regulation in America and Europe

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Case Studies.
Case studies are key to this module..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

Array

Programme or List of Programmes

Bachelor of Business Studies

CCS

BA in Contemporary Culture and Society

EBT

BA in Global Business (USA)

BA in International Relations

Timetable this semester: Timetable for LG212