MG5606 Global Business and Investments Assignment/Coursework Brief for 2026 | Brunel University

MG5606 Global Business and Investments Assignment/Coursework Brief for 2026

Main Objective of the assessment

This assignment invites you to critically examine the diverse impacts of globalisation on both developed and developing countries. You will explore how globalisation shapes economic, social, and political landscapes, and assess the role of international financial institutions in influencing global trade, investment, and monetary systems.

By completing this assignment, you will:

• Analyse the differential impacts of globalisation on national economies and societies.
• Assess the roles and influence of global institutions such as the IMF, World Bank, and WTO.
• Develop a nuanced understanding of the interplay between global forces and national policy responses.

Description of the Assessment

Write a 2,500 words [excluding references, cover page, table of contents, and appendices] analytical essay that addresses the following:

Part A: Comparative Impact of Globalisation (Approx. 2,000 words)

1.Select two countries: one developed (e.g., Germany, Japan, USA) and one developing (e.g., India, Nigeria, Brazil).

2.Analyse how globalisation has affected each country in terms of:

• Economic transformation (e.g., trade, investment, industrialisation, labour markets)
• Social change (e.g., inequality, migration, cultural exchange)
• Political implications (e.g., policy autonomy, governance, civil society)

3.Compare and contrast the experiences of the two countries, highlighting:

• Key similarities and differences
• Factors that explain divergent outcomes (e.g., institutional capacity, historical context, policy choices)

Part B: Reflection and Policy Implications (Approx. 500 words)

1.  Propose two policy recommendations for national governments or international institutions to mitigate the negative effects of globalisation.

Further Guidelines

The essay should be 2500 words (this word limit does not include title page, executive summary, table of contents, references or appendices but everything Else), word processed: 1.5 space; 12 font; Times Roman; 1 inch square margin. References should be in 11 font and single spaced. All appendix material should also be 11 font and single spaced.

PG mark bands and grade point bands [Senate Regulation 3] are:

Submission Instructions

Coursework must be submitted electronically via WISEflow. The required file format for this report is Adobe PDF. Your student ID number must be used as the file name (e.g. 0123456.pdf). You must ensure that you upload your file in the correct format and complete the coversheet before submitting your assignment.
Please note that submissions of ‘.pages / .docx etc’ documents will not be accepted and must be converted to approved format.

Marking criteria