AMB336 International Marketing


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Unit Outline: Semester 2 2026, Gardens Point, Internal

Unit code:AMB336
Credit points:12
Pre-requisite:96 credit points of completed studies.
Equivalent:AMX336
Coordinator:Shane Mathews | sw.mathews@qut.edu.au
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.

Overview

Globalisation has required firms to look beyond their domestic markets to remain competitive and profitable. An understanding of global marketing is vital in today's global marketplace where different challenges and value systems exist. Companies must adapt their strategies to cater to diverse consumer behaviours, cultural nuances, and regulatory environments. This often involves tailoring products, pricing, promotion, and distribution strategies to suit local preferences while maintaining a consistent global brand identity. Firms that can effectively integrate global insights with local responsiveness are better positioned to achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge of global marketing concepts and principles in analysing global marketing issues. [KS 1.1]
  2. Discuss the range of global marketing strategies with which to compete in different country markets. [KS 1.1, HO 2.1]
  3. Critically evaluate global marketing issues from ethical and social responsibility perspectives and formulate and justify evidence-based solutions that respond to key issues. [HO 2.1, SE 5.1]
  4. Analyse and evaluate the impact and opportunities of technology and digitalisation on internationalising business and make recommendations with reference to specific global marketing contexts. [KS 1.1, HO 2.1]

Content

This unit covers issues relevant to the challenges of global marketing. Global marketing decisions are made within a context influenced by political, economic, social, and legal environments that are explored in this unit. It also examines the use of strategic planning, market analysis, and the implementation of marketing plans in a global context. Other topics relevant to global marketing that are covered include product and branding strategies, global services marketing, export and pricing strategies, as well as global channels of distribution and promotional strategies.

QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)

The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.

Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.

Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgment and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.

Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.

Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.

Social, Ethical and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.

Learning Approaches

This unit incorporates a range of interactive learning activities that engage you in authentic, real-world problem-solving and decision-making through case studies, scenarios, and both domestic and international examples. You will also complete an applied assessment involving the development of a case study. Learning materials and resources will be available on Canvas in advance to support your preparation and participation. These activities are designed to strengthen your leadership, communication, and critical analysis skills while deepening your understanding of global marketing practices.

You should refer to the unit Canvas site for the latest information.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:

  • Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
  • Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
  • Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
  • Indirect: to the whole class

A series of tutorials are used to give verbal feedback on assignment 1 and assignment 2. Assignment 1 due in Week 6 and assignment 2 due in Week 12 will have written feedback and a criteria reference assessment attached on return. Further, tutors when requested will assist students if they have questions about how to improve their assignment when they are returned.

Assessment

Overview

Assessment in this unit includes a real-world case study and a global marketing report. Please refer to the overview of assessments available on the Canvas site for further details.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Case Study

You are required to present a concise overview of a current situation by identifying the key ethical dilemma in an global marketing context. Your response should address the issue through the lens of ethical understanding and provide a realistic, well-justified marketing recommendation. Detailed guidelines and the grading rubric are available on Canvas.

The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines. 

The assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative

Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1) and SE (5.1)

Weight: 50
Length: 2,000
Individual/Group: Individual
Due (indicative): Week 6
Related Unit learning outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4

Assessment: Report

You are required to analyse the opportunities and challenges of contemporary digital marketing within global marketing contexts. The international consumer environment in the target market, along with the nature of the product, should be key considerations in your analysis. You will examine these opportunities and challenges through the perspectives of country, company, and customer contexts to develop a realistic and well-justified marketing recommendation. Detailed guidelines and the grading rubric are available on Canvas.

The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.

This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative

Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1)

Weight: 50
Length: 2,000
Individual/Group: Individual
Due (indicative): Week 13
Related Unit learning outcomes: 1, 2, 4

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Resource Materials

Recommended text(s)

Cateora, P., Money, B.,  Gilly, M. and  Graham, J. (2024), International Marketing 18th edition, McGraw Hill, New York, ISBN: 9781260547870

Risk Assessment Statement

There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with this unit. 

Standards/Competencies

This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.

QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)

HO (2.1): Critical Analysis

Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, Case Study, Report

KS (1.1): Discipline Knowledge

Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, Case Study, Report

SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding

Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

Course Learning Outcomes

This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.

BS05 Bachelor of Business

  1. Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
    Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  2. Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
    Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  3. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
    Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

BS06 Bachelor of Business

  1. Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
    Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  2. Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
    Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  3. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
    Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

BS08 Bachelor of Business - International

  1. Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
    Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  2. Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
    Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, Case Study, Report
  3. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
    Relates to: ULO3, Case Study