International Economics Units:

Welcome to the world of International business, marketing and economics.  This curriculum guide is designed to help teachers infuse international business issues and concepts into their classes and to facilitate students learning the material.  It is impossible to adequately teach business, marketing, or economics without considering the impact of international trade and our global economy.  Improvements in communications, transportation, and technology have greatly increased the volume and variety of goods and services that originate beyond national borders.  International business concerns are numerous and complex.  After studying these issues it will be apparent that a healthy world economy with few trade restrictions benefits us all.

This guide was developed at the University of Idaho during the 1996-97 year.  It is formatted and structured to closely follow the recently published NBEA standards for International Business.  The guide is divided into two main parts.  The first is the body of the document that contains descriptive narrative on the different topics covered.  The second is the activities at the back of the guide.  As you read through the narrative you will find we have referenced each activity in the section which we believe would be appropriate.

Funding was provided by the Idaho State Division of Vocational Education.  Much time and effort were put in to the design and development.  Future revisions will be available through the University of Idaho, Adult, Counselor, and Technology Education web site for Business Education and the University of Idaho Center for Economic Education web site.

Perhaps the single best set of supporting materials can be found in Virtual Economics, a CD-Rom produced by the National Council on Economic Education.  This CD contains information and materials which address international topics in both print form and multi-media presentations.  If you are unfamiliar with Virtual Economics contact your local Center for Economic Education for availability and training.