HINATUAN SOUTHERN COLLEGE

Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur

Office Administration Program

OBE COURSE SYLLABUS IN OA ELEC 5

Course Name INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

Course Credits 3 units
Course Description It is designed to prepare students for administrative and managerial roles in a global context. This course blends core
office administration skills with an understanding of international business practices, cross-cultural communication, and
global economic systems.
Contact Hours/week 3 hours
Prerequisite None
Course Outcomes This course aims to provide students with a conceptual understanding of the international world system. This is
accomplished through empowering students to:
1. Develop an understanding of how the international system works (Globalization, Historical Developments,
International Economics, etc.)
2. Study the current trends that are shaping the events of current human history and evolution (development theory,
global health, food security, energy, etc.)
3. Synthesize new knowledge of the international system with knowledge of current trends to gain the ability to think
globally and anticipate solutions for unpredictable, real-world scenarios

COURSE OUTLINE AND TIMEFRAME

 Course Content/Subject Matter
Week 1 & 2 Chapter 1: Globalization
Chapter 2: Historical Development
Week 3 & 4 Chapter 3: Security
Chapter 4: International Economics
Week 5, 6, 7, and 8 Chapter 5: International Politics
Chapter 6: Culture
Week 9, 10, 11, and 12 Chapter 7: Development Theory
Chapter 8: Food Security
Chapter 9: Global Health and Pandemics
Week 13, 14, 15, and 16 Chapter 10: Energy Security
Chapter 11: Environment and International Law
Chapter 12: Career and Wrap-Up

Alignment of Course Outcomes with Summative Assessment Tasks

Course Objectives Summative Assessment Task Details
1. Demonstrate and apply the basic and  Illustrating concepts  Students express what they know about the
higher level visual/ media/ computer concept by means of illustration, drawing or mind
literacy, communication and critical map.
thinking skills need for a higher learning.  Authentic Tasks Formulation
(knowledge)
 Students write a three paragraph reflection every
2. Establish and maintain a technology-
 Reflective Exercises topic.
based environment needed for holistic
development of learners.
3. Identify and describe educational theories  Prelim to Final Examination  Presents students with a few examples of
that influence modern technology common problem type for them to work out
teaching methods and practices. solutions
4. Create an educational media and
technology conducive to learning.
 These tasks are given to evaluate students’
5. Demonstrate competencies drawn from knowledge and understanding of the subject
technology concepts, processes and
designs.
6. Apply the appropriate process in using
technology while respecting the unique
knowledge and experience of diverse
learners
7. Facilitate cooperative, creative and
constructivist learning with the use of
technology tools.
8. Apply a wide range of instructional media
as learning aids and technology for
integration in learning.
Desired Learning Course Textbooks/ Teaching and Learning Assessmen Resource
 Content/
Activities t of Tasks
Outcomes(DLO) Subject References Materials
(TLAs) (ATs)
Matter

Demonstrate advanced Chapter 1: Nayan Chanda’s Nov 19, 2003 Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
skills in office Globalization background presentation titled “What is Rubrics Video
administration, Globalization?" Available as a two-part Classroom Activities Essay Presentation
including managing Flash file - click on "Part One" AND Learning
information systems, THEN click on "Part Two" - at Yale Portfolio
utilizing office Global Online: Homework
technology, and http://yaleglobal.yale.edu/multimedia_list/
implementing efficient flash
office procedures.

Communicate Chapter 2: Naim, M. (2009). Five wars of Written PowerPoint/

effectively across Historical globalization Affairs, Jan/Feb 2003, Rubrics Video
diverse cultures, Development http://digitalcommons.wcl.american.edu/c Class Lecture Essay Presentation
understanding and gi/viewcontent.cgi? Learning
respecting cultural article=1185&context=auilr Portfolio
differences in both Classroom Activities Homework
personal and
professional contexts.
Manage and lead
multicultural teams,
fostering inclusive and
collaborative work
environments

Understand and apply Chapter 3: Brown, K., & Smallman, S. (2011). Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
international business Security Introduction to international and global Rubrics Video
principles, including studies. North Carolina: University of Essay Presentation
global marketing, North Carolina Press. Retrieved from Classroom Activities Learning
international trade, and https://www.aiu.edu/students/stu_lib_res Portfolio
cross-border financial ources_aiu.asp Homework
management.
Achieve proficiency in Chapter 4: Brown, K., & Smallman, S. (2011). Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
at least one foreign International Introduction to international and global Rubrics Video
language relevant to Economics studies. North Carolina: University of Classroom Activities Essay Presentation
international business, North Carolina Press. Retrieved from Learning
enabling effective https://www.aiu.edu/students/stu_lib_res Portfolio
communication with ources_aiu.asp Homework
global partners and
clients.

Navigate international Chapter 5: http://www.un.org/Docs/sc Smallman and Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
business laws and International Brown Text Rubrics Video
regulations, ensuring Politics Essay Presentation
compliance and Classroom Activities Learning
understanding the legal Portfolio
implications of global Homework
operations. Apply
ethical considerations
and corporate social
responsibility principles
to international
business practices.

Develop strategic plans Chapter 6: http://children.foreignpolicyblogs.com/ Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/

for international Culture human-trafficking-and-slavery-related- Rubrics Video
business ventures, moviesand-documentaries/ Essay Presentation
considering market Classroom Activities Learning
analysis, risk Portfolio
assessment, and Homework
competitive positioning.

Planned, executed, and Chapter 7: Examine the UN Millennium Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
managed projects with Development Development Goals as described on the Rubrics Video
international Theory UN webpage Essay Presentation
dimensions, ensuring www.un.or/millenniumgoals/ Classroom Activities Learning
timely completion and Portfolio
alignment with Homework
organizational
objectives. Utilize
project management
tools and techniques to
oversee global
initiatives and
collaborations.

Integrate theoretical Chapter 8: Smallman and Brown Text Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
knowledge with Food Security Rubrics Video
practical experience Essay Presentation
Classroom Activities
through internships, Learning
study abroad programs, Portfolio
and real-world projects Homework

Demonstrate the ability Chapter 9: Smallman and Brown Text BBC horizon - Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
to adapt and apply Global Health pandemic: A horizon guide [Web]. Rubrics Video
administrative and and (2008). Available from Essay Presentation
managerial skills in Pandemics http://www.youtube.com/watch? Class room Activities Learning
diverse international v=H_OyT6clx1s Portfolio
settings. Homework

Employ critical thinking Chapter 10: Smallman and Brown Text BBC horizon - Class Lecture Written PowerPoint/
and problem-solving Energy pandemic: A horizon guide [Web]. Rubrics Video
skills to address Security (2008). Available from Essay Presentation
challenges in global http://www.youtube.com/watch? Class room Activities Learning
business environments. v=H_OyT6clx1s Portfolio
Homework

Analyze global Chapter 11: Smallman and Brown Text BBC horizon - Class Lecture PowerPoint/
economic systems and Environment pandemic: A horizon guide [Web]. Video
assess their impact on and (2008). Available from Presentation
international business International http://www.youtube.com/watch? Class room Activities
operations. Law v=H_OyT6clx1s

Class Lecture
Chapter 12: Smallman and Brown Text BBC horizon - PowerPoint/
Career and pandemic: A horizon guide [Web]. Video
Class room Activities
Wrap Up (2008). Available from Presentation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=H_OyT6clx1s

Course Requirements 1. Major Examinations (Prelim to Finals)

2. Quizzes
3. Per chapter outputs as specified in the assessment
4. End of course reflective journals and compilation of outputs
5. Other additional requirements as specified by the teacher
Grading System Prelim - 20%
Midterm - 20%
Semi- Final - 30%
Final - 30%
Total 100%

Classroom Policies 1. Class attendance is essential to the learning and performance of students in this course.
2. Students must be officially enrolled for the semester where the course is being offered.
3. Active participation in virtual class is a must.
4. Outputs must be submitted on time. Late submissions will still be accepted but with corresponding
deductions.
 5. Please read and abide the College’s policies concerning classroom behavior, ethical conduct, plagiarism and
academic honesty as contained in the Student Handbook.

Student’s conformed:
I have read the course syllabus and understand that I have to comply with the requirements of the course and expectations from me as a student of
OA ELEC 5 International Studies for the First Semester of SY 2024-2025. I am fully aware of the consequences of non-compliance with the
requirements and expectations.
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Student’s signature over printed name
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Date

Prepared by: Approved by:

RIEZL JOY V. ADLAWAN, MBM BETHEL JOY D. BANDOLA, MBA

Instructor BSOA Program Head