Course Code: N1I00194 Credits: 2.0
Total Hours: 32 Lecture Hours: 0 Practical Hours: 32
Prerequisites: Economics, Management, E-commerce
Target Students: Undergraduate students majoring in Business Administration
Course Description:
Network Transactions and Trading is an elective course designed for undergraduate students in Business Administration. It focuses on hands-on training to help students master the full process of import and export operations. The course covers key stages such as company establishment, market research, client development, trade negotiation, contract signing, and fulfillment. It also emphasizes the practical application of international trade practices and regulations. The course is particularly geared toward developing students' operational skills and their ability to solve complex problems.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this course, students will be able to:
Identify suitable products for international trade;
Effectively locate potential clients and formulate business plans for import/export goods;
Perform cost calculations and provide reasonable quotations, mastering negotiation techniques;
Draft and sign legally sound trade contracts;
Understand and apply international trade practices and regulations in practical scenarios;
Handle import and export documentation, and become familiar with foreign exchange verification and export tax refund procedures;
Address trade disputes and manage post-transaction matters;
Fully grasp the complete workflow and operational details of international trading;
Improve practical English communication, comprehension, and expression skills.
Teaching Methods:
This course is entirely practice-based, with all 32 hours devoted to lab sessions—there is no theoretical lecture component. Students will engage in simulated import/export business operations throughout the course. The instructional design emphasizes interactivity and participation, incorporating methods such as case discussions and analysis of current trade issues to deepen students’ understanding and application of key concepts. In addition, students are expected to engage in independent study outside of class to strengthen their self-directed learning skills.
Assessment Methods:
Final grades consist of continuous assessment and independent study performance (50%) and a final project-based exam (50%).
Continuous assessment includes written exercises and reflection questions aimed at reinforcing key knowledge points.
The final exam takes the form of a capstone project that evaluates students’ comprehensive understanding and practical application of the course content.
