UF Faculty Department College
Brian Ray Department of Management Warrington College of Business
Partner Faculty Department Partner Institution
Andrea Damico Department of Management Catholic University of Uruguay
Title:
Beyond Borders: Trade, Ethics, and the Latin American Marketplace
Project Description:

This virtual exchange project brings together students from the University of Florida and the Business Strategies to Enter Latin America course within the Minor in Doing Business in Latin America of UCU to explore the intersection of ethics and culture in global business. Through a case study focused on Latin America, participants will analyze real-world dilemmas that arise when cultural differences create ethical challenges for companies seeking international expansion. By working collaboratively across borders, students will develop a deeper understanding of how cultural context shapes business decisions, identify barriers that multinational firms encounter, and discuss strategies to bridge ethical and cultural gaps. The project aims to enhance intercultural competence, critical thinking, and ethical awareness in future global leaders.

Learning Outcomes:
  • Identify and prioritize personal values and apply those to making ethical decisions.
  • Activate the moral compass and develop a personal code of ethics.
  • Identify key organizational tools, policies, systems, and laws that apply to identifying and effectively navigating ethical dilemmas in international business.
Participating Countries:
Number of Participants:
7 UF Students; 7 Catholic University of Uruguay students
Discipline:
Business
UF Course Code & Name:
BUL4443 - Global Business Ethics
Project Duration:
2 weeks
Activity Type(s):
Student-to-Student Dialogue
Time allotted to each activity:
Synchronous Activities: 1 hour per week
Asynchronous Activities: 2 hours per week
Technology Tools:
Zoom
AI
Sequence of Activities:
  • Simple student introductions.
  • International Business Ethics Case.
  • Zoom collaborations.
  • After-Zoom reflections among students.