The courses are worth one full-year credit and are contingent on adequate enrolment. Students are not permitted to register for more than one course at a time.
Classes will take place Monday to Thursday from approximately 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Field trips will occur during scheduled class time AND outside of class time. A detailed schedule will be available at the time of admission.
MGT397Y0 Global Business Fundamentals: A Middle Eastern Perspective
Discover Dubai, where tradition meets innovation in a vibrant business landscape. This course explores international business fundamentals through the Middle Eastern lens, covering global trade, market entry strategies, and cross-cultural communication. Engage in interactive lectures, case studies, and real-world projects to develop essential skills for navigating the complexities of the region. Network with local entrepreneurs and industry leaders while immersing yourself in the rich cultural tapestry that shapes business practices. Broaden your global perspective and prepare for success in an interconnected world—this course is your gateway to the future of business!
Prerequisites: None
CR/NCR option: Eligible
2026 Course Outline (Draft)
Note: Rotman Commerce students may take this course and it will count as the equivalent of an RSM course towards their degree/program requirements. However, if Rotman Commerce students opt for CR/NCR, the course cannot count towards their program requirements, including the 8.0 RSM requirement. It would simply be an elective towards the 20.0 credit degree requirement
Applies towards:
- Focus in Strategy and Innovation: Requirement 2
- Focus in International Business (UofT Global Scholar): Requirement 2
- Focus in Managing in Diverse Economies (UofT Global Scholar): Requirement 3
Instructors
Michael Khan is an Associate Professor, Teaching Stream in Accounting at the Rotman School of Management. He has taught in both the MBA and Commerce programs and has won awards for excellence in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. His involvement in professional accounting training includes teaching at the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario’s annual School of Accountancy and the Professional Education Program (PEP). Michael is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) and holds an MBA, from the Schulich School of Business, York University as well as specialized professional designations (CISA, CITP and CGEIT) in the field of Information Technology Audit, Controls and Governance. His professional experience includes internal and external audit, accounting and consulting positions at EY, Deloitte, Rogers Communications and George Weston Limited. Michael is also co-author of “Contemporary Business”, an introductory business textbook used at universities and colleges across Canada that is currently in its 5th edition.