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Global Industry AnalysisThe term globalisation has been used to describe a series of economic, geographical, social, and cultural processes that involve greater integration and homogeneity at an international level. As a business module, the focus of this course relates specifically to the economic and geographical characteristics of globalisation and, at a practical level, its implications for business with specific reference to the analysis of different inndustries at a global level. Given the current global financial crisis, it appears that the economic gains of globalisation in the post World War 2 years may be rolled back as nation state protectionism raises its ugly head, despite the rhetorical protestations to the contrary by the G20 countries. The objective of this course is to provide the business student with sufficient knowledge encompassing globalisation perspectives and their impact at an industrial / sectoral level, and in so doing, allow the students to have a multi-aspect understanding of globalisation particular how it pertains to international business today. The key subjects covered include: theories and processes of globalisation, the state and economic policies, the role of technology, MNEs (multinational enterprises) and global production networks, the state and MNEs, and industry / sector analyses of the agrifood industries, the clothing industries, the auto sector, the semiconductor industry, financial services and logistics, and the role of culture.