The general and specific objectives of the discipline are established in line with the objectives of the degree program in which the discipline is included. The course aims to provide students with critical tools to interpret the complexity of geopolitical phenomena and their influence on business strategies. The analysis of historical discontinuities helps to overcome the rigidity of static theoretical models, providing a more nuanced understanding of the dynamics of change in the business world. In addition, the inclusion of a geopolitical perspective enables students to acquire a more conscious and strategic vision, enabling them to face the challenges of a constantly changing global market.
1st Form: (32 hours)Acquisition of knowledge related to geopolitics and geo-economics, considering current political changes.
2nd Form (16 hours) development of skills and competences: knowing how to make market decisions in specific geopolitical contexts.
Course Prerequisites
Some Elements of European and global Geography.
Teaching Methods
Lectures for 48 hours. Use of computer and video-projector. Use of power point. Thematic workshops. Games of Situations room and Role play
Assessment Methods
The final assessment consists of an oral exam on the entire syllabus. The aim is to assess the students’ skills and in their understanding of the issues discussed during the course, in particular the acquisition of critical approaches and the ability to assess the complexity of geopolitical phenomena. The alignment and correspondence between the objectives of the discipline (general and specific) and the skills and knowledge acquired will be assessed. Skills will be assessed in terms of knowledge, know-how, and interpersonal skills (Dublin objectives). Knowledge: knowledge acquired in the field of geography and geopolitics; Know-how: ability to simulate crisis situations in companies and connect them with geopolitical phenomena, ability to suggest solutions for businesses; Interpersonal skills: ability to suggest solutions. During the exam 2 or 3 questions will be asked (1 more, depending on the answers to the first two). The examination will last 15/20 minute. The grading scale ranges from 1 to 30 with honours (cum laude): 1-17 fail; 18-21 sufficient; 22-24 fair; 25-27 good; 28-29 very good; 30-30 with honours (cum lude) excellent. The inclusion of this statement is consistent with the AVA3 framework, particularly regarding the attention to be devoted to students with disabilities, Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), and other special educational needs. It may also represent a strength in view of the next ANVUR institutional review scheduled at our University in 2027, which will also involve several degree programmes.
Texts
The Syllabus for students who take the exam for 6 academic credits is the following: Barbara Loyer, Geopolitica. Metodi e concetti, a cura di Giuseppe Bettoni, Utet, 2020, 2026 In class, some didactic Modules articles on specific course topics will be analyzed.
Contents
Geopolitics and its Influence on Markets and business Decisions
Course Program for 2026/2027 academic year – Course of Study: Geopolitics and Market Evolution Academic credits: 6 Professor: Maria Teresa Giusti e-mail: m.giusti@unich.it The course aims to study the geopolitical implications of Globalization, post-Globalization and their impacts on business strategies.
Course Language
Italian
More information
The program is the same for attending and non-attending students. For attending students, voluntary training on the topics studied are provided for the class, in the form of short PP or at choice; the presentation will be assessed for the final examination.
