Business & Government: Understanding and Influencing the Regulatory Environment

3 units

The United States as well as many of the world's governments has entered a new episode with respect to the interaction of business and government. Now, more than ever, government regulations are attempting to spur job growth and the economy on one hand, but also is intruding into many aspects of business and the markets on the other hand. Business students must not only understand the shifting business government landscape, but also how to engage government officials and legislators to help shape policies that affect their firms and industries. As an introductory course, student will learn from business and government leaders how to interact with and affect the processes of regulation.