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  • Program Overview

    The international business program at Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ College will enable you to operate in a multinational arena and manage in cross-cultural environments.

    Program Overview

    As the global economy continues to expand, demand is increasing for business professionals with expertise in international business. As an international business major at Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ, you will develop basic managerial competencies as well as the specialized skills, knowledge, and perspectives required to become an effective decision maker in the global marketplace.

    Foreign language courses that use the latest communicative methodologies and overseas study and internship opportunities are designed to complement the international business curriculum. You will be required to pursue two years of college-level foreign language study or to demonstrate an equivalent proficiency in a language other than English.

    You are also strongly encouraged to spend a minimum of one semester in a country other than your home, either in a study abroad or internship experience.

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  • Curriculum

    Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 125-126

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    First Year - Credits: 32-33

    • ACC 175Ìý-ÌýFinancial Accounting (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 110Ìý-ÌýBusiness Computers I (Cr: 3)
      or elective
    • BUS 120Ìý-ÌýBusiness Fundamentals I (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 121Ìý-ÌýBusiness Fundamentals II (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 122Ìý-ÌýBusiness Problem Solving (Cr: 3)
      or Elective
    • ECN 201Ìý-ÌýMacroeconomics (Cr: 3)
      Satisfies the Global Issues General Education Requirement
    • ECN 202Ìý-ÌýMicroeconomics (Cr: 3)
    • ENG 111Ìý-ÌýCritical Reading and Writing I (Cr: 3)
      Satisfies the Writing Designated Core requirement
    • ENG 112Ìý-ÌýCritical Reading and Writing II (Cr: 3)
      Satisfies the Writing Designated Core Requirement
    • INT 100Ìý-ÌýInternship I (Cr: 2)
    • MTH 126Ìý-ÌýApplied Statistics (Cr: 3)
      Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning General Education Requirement

    Sophomore - Credits: 32

    • Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education RequirementÌý(Cr: 3)
    • Individual and Society General Education RequirementÌý (Cr: 3)
    • Literary Perspectives General Education RequirementÌý (Cr: 3)
    • General Education ElectiveÌý (Cr: 3)
    • ACC 185Ìý-ÌýManagerial Accounting (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 200Ìý-ÌýMarketing (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 210Ìý-ÌýFinance (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 249Ìý-ÌýIntroduction to Business Analytics (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 270Ìý-ÌýCommunicating in Business (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 303Ìý-ÌýInternational Business (Cr: 3)
    • INT 100Ìý-ÌýInternship I (Cr: 2)

    Junior - Credits: 31

    • Science and Technology General Education RequirementÌý(Cr: 3-4)
    • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement Ìý(Cr: 3)
    • World Cultures General Education Requirement (Cr. 3)
    • International Business ElectivesÌý (Cr: 9)
    • BUS 320Ìý-ÌýOrganizational Behavior (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 350Ìý-ÌýGlobal Marketing Management (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 370Ìý-ÌýBusiness Analysis and Research (Cr: 3)
      Satisfies Writing Designated Requirement
    • BUS 379Ìý-ÌýSemester Internship Strategies (Cr: 1)
    • IDS 316Ìý-ÌýIntercultural Communication (Cr: 3)

    Senior - Credits: 30

    • International Business ElectiveÌý (Cr: 3)
    • General Education ElectivesÌý (Cr: 6)
    • BUS 415Ìý-ÌýBusiness Negotiation (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 480Ìý-ÌýSemester Internship (Cr: 12)
    • BUS 489Ìý-ÌýSenior Research (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 490Ìý-ÌýSenior Thesis (Cr: 3)
      Or
    • BUS 491Ìý-ÌýSenior Capstone (Cr: 3)

    International Business Electives

    International business students must also complete two years of foreign language study at the college level or demonstrate an equivalent proficiency in a language other than English.

    Choose four from the following:

    • BUS 249Ìý-ÌýIntroduction to Business Analytics (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 327Ìý-ÌýSupply Chain Management (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 340Ìý-ÌýInternational Finance (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 355Ìý-ÌýRisk Management (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 365Ìý-ÌýBusiness, the Environment, and Sustainability (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 425Ìý-ÌýBusiness and Society (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 442Ìý-ÌýContemporary Topics in Management (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 450Ìý-ÌýDynamics of Leadership (Cr: 3)
    • BUS 475Ìý-ÌýBusiness Strategy and Policy (Cr: 3)
    • HST 310Ìý-ÌýEconomies and Peoples (Cr: 3)
    • POL 220Ìý-ÌýComparative Political Models (Cr: 3)

    Learning Outcomes

    Upon completion of the international business program, students will:

    • Demonstrate the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to solve complex challenges in international business.
    • Calculate and interpret quantitative data effectively.
    • Evaluate evidence systematically in developing solutions to international business problems.
    • Demonstrate the critical inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage constructively in intellectual discourse within the international business arena.
    • Communicate effectively in oral and written form within the conventions of international business.
    • Apply a range of business 'best practices' in a professional international business environment.

  • Internships and Careers

    An Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ education means you'll graduate with a degree and a resume.

    Whether you pursue graduate school or embark on your career right away after graduation, we believe that your time at Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ will prepare you for the next step. Take a look at what our graduates have been up to lately.

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    Recent Internships

    • Brookwood Financial
    • Horvath & Tremblay
    • INTEGRA Biosciences
    • Target
    • Tommy Hilfiger

    Alumni Employment

    • Hamilton Lane
    • Target
    • Education First
    • United Nations Development Programme
    • Principal Financial Group