MBA - Area Focus Electives - Global Economies & Markets
Global Economies & Markets
The Global Economies and Markets (GEM) area applies the ideas and methodologies of economics to the analysis of the business environment in which firms operate and managers make decisions.
The objective of the First Year GEM course is to help students develop frameworks for analyzing both opportunities and risks when operating in the global business environment.
Darden also offers a variety of international opportunities in the MBA curriculum, including: Global Business Experiences, Global Field Experiences and exchange programs.
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Courses
Required Courses
Electives
- Management of Economic Growth and Society
- Business-Government Relations
- Managing International Trade and Investment
- Emerging Markets Finance
- Global Industry Economics
Please note: courses are subject to change each year. Consult the course directory for the most up-to-date course offerings.
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Clubs
Asia Business Club at Darden (ABCD)
ABCD strives to maximize the positive impacts that students interested in Asia can provide for the Darden Community. Members pursue this mission by facilitating educational activities that promote the vibrant Asian economy; social activities that heighten cultural awareness of Asia; student life support activities for ABCD members; and admissions, recruitment and alumni relations activities.
Darden African Business Organization (DABO)
The mission of DABO is to contribute to the learning environment and diversity at Darden by serving as a medium for students and faculty to learn more about African business, economies, politics and culture.
Darden South Asia Society (DSAS)
DSAS seeks to bring together members of Darden School of Business who are interested in living or working in South Asia post-Darden or at some point in their careers. The club organizes events for members to learn more about the culture and business practices prevalent in the region.
European Society at Darden (ES)
The European Society promotes awareness of the Darden School of Business in Europe and appreciation of European culture, business and political affairs in the Darden Community.
Latin American Student Association (LASA)
LASA provides students interested in Latin American cultures with a forum to pursue cultural, professional and social opportunities.
View the full list of Darden student organizations.
Required Courses
Electives
- Management of Economic Growth and Society
- Business-Government Relations
- Managing International Trade and Investment
- Emerging Markets Finance
- Global Industry Economics
Please note: courses are subject to change each year. Consult the course directory for the most up-to-date course offerings.
Asia Business Club at Darden (ABCD)
ABCD strives to maximize the positive impacts that students interested in Asia can provide for the Darden Community. Members pursue this mission by facilitating educational activities that promote the vibrant Asian economy; social activities that heighten cultural awareness of Asia; student life support activities for ABCD members; and admissions, recruitment and alumni relations activities.
Darden African Business Organization (DABO)
The mission of DABO is to contribute to the learning environment and diversity at Darden by serving as a medium for students and faculty to learn more about African business, economies, politics and culture.
Darden South Asia Society (DSAS)
DSAS seeks to bring together members of Darden School of Business who are interested in living or working in South Asia post-Darden or at some point in their careers. The club organizes events for members to learn more about the culture and business practices prevalent in the region.
European Society at Darden (ES)
The European Society promotes awareness of the Darden School of Business in Europe and appreciation of European culture, business and political affairs in the Darden Community.
Latin American Student Association (LASA)
LASA provides students interested in Latin American cultures with a forum to pursue cultural, professional and social opportunities.
View the full list of Darden student organizations.
Global Economies & Markets Faculty
Alan R. Beckenstein
Professor of Business Administration
Gaurav Chiplunkar
Assistant Professor
Peter Debaere
Professor of Business Administration
Kinda Hachem
Associate Professor of Business Administration
Anton Korinek
Associate Professor of Business Administration
Frank E. Warnock
James C. Wheat, Jr. Professor of Business Administration
