Management (Concentration in International Business), B.S.
Program Overview:
The International Business concentration prepares students to lead and compete in an increasingly interconnected world economy. Students examine how businesses operate across international markets while developing the knowledge and cultural awareness necessary to navigate today’s global business environment.
Students examine international finance, economics, marketing, management, and global strategy while learning how organizations evaluate foreign markets, assess international business risks, and develop successful market-entry strategies. Emphasis is also placed on cross-cultural communication and global leadership—essential competencies for conducting business across national and cultural boundaries.
Graduates are prepared to contribute to multinational corporations, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and international institutions by bringing both business expertise and a global perspective to the workplace.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1: Apply the appropriate business processes, concepts, and methodologies.
PLO 2: Organize data to apply analytical methodologies to solve qualitative and quantitative problems in business.
PLO 3: Communicate effectively in teams to complete projects and tasks.
PLO 4: Examine professional ethics in light of legal, organizational, and societal responsibilities.
PLO 5: Apply evidence-based solutions to international business problems or opportunities.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Code | Title | Credits |
| General Education Requirements | 49 |
FS | Understanding College | 1 |
WRI1 | Writing | 3 |
OC1 | Presentation | 3 |
QR1 | Mathematics | 4 |
MAT-1105 | College Algebra |
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DL | Digital Literacy | 3 |
IT-1001 | Computer Tools |
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ALC | Arts and Literature across Cultures | 6 |
ENT-1777 | Design Thinking and Innovation |
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| Choose one ALC course |
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NSS | Natural Sciences | 6 |
EP | Ethics and Philosophy | 6 |
SSS | Social Sciences | 6 |
ECO-1201 | Principles of Macroeconomics |
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ENT-1001 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship |
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HGP | Historical and Global Perspectives | 6 |
FH | Personal Wellness | 2 |
HS-1001 | Health Issues |
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RS | Religion | 3 |
| Major Requirements | 55 |
ACC-1001 | Elementary Accounting I | 4 |
BAN-2301 | Spreadsheet Analytics | 3 |
BAN-3301 | Descriptive Analytics and Visualization | 3 |
BL-2101 | Business Law I | 3 |
BUS-1001 | Organization and Management | 3 |
BUS-2001 | Global Business | 3 |
BUS-4998 | Capstone Business Policies | 3 |
ECO-2202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
ECO-2306 | Money and Banking | 3 |
FIN-3301 | Principles of Finance | 3 |
HR-2204 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
IT-1103 | Computer-Based Information Systems | 3 |
IT-3301 | Project Management | 3 |
MKT-2201 | Introduction to Marketing | 3 |
PSC-2502 | Government and Business | 3 |
Select four of the following courses: | 12 | |
BUS-2001 | Global Business |
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BUS/PHI-3342 | Business Ethics |
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ECO/ICS-3305 | European Economies |
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ECO-2306/ECO-4403 | International Economies, Trade, and Finance |
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| Select one ENT course |
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FIN-3420 | International Finance |
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ICS-1240 | Peoples/Cultures of Contemporary World I |
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ICS-1241 | Peoples/Cultures of Contemporary World II |
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IT-3410 | Fundamentals of E-Commerce |
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MKT-3330 | International Marketing |
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MKT-3370 | Travel and Tourism Marketing |
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| Liberal Arts | 9 |
| General Electives | 6 |
| Total Credits | 122 |
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
• Build a strong foundation in management, accounting, finance, marketing, economics, and global business.
• Develop analytical skills through courses in Spreadsheet Analytics and Descriptive Analytics & Visualization to support data-informed business decisions.
• Gain expertise in international business through specialized coursework in global markets, international finance, trade, marketing, e-commerce, and cross-cultural studies.
• Strengthen leadership and organizational skills with courses in project management, human resources, business law, and business information systems.
• Customize your degree by selecting four international business electives and one entrepreneurship course aligned with your career goals.
• Apply strategic thinking and global business knowledge to real-world challenges in the Business Policies Capstone.
• Enhance communication, quantitative reasoning, digital literacy, and critical thinking through a comprehensive general education curriculum.
• Graduate prepared for careers in multinational corporations, international trade, consulting, finance, marketing, and global business operations.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The International Business concentration prepares graduates for careers involving international markets, global operations, financial analysis, and cross-border business development.
• International Banker
• Business Analyst
• Business Development Manager
• Financial Markets Analyst
• Economic Advisor