International Business Major

 The Harrison College of Business offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in International Business.

The primary objective of the International Business Program is to provide a specialized curriculum for students interested in in preparing themselves for managerial careers in international business. Students will gain competence in various facets of international business. The major is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes the development of cultural, financial, managerial, marketing,and economic understanding of international environment.

This program includes course work in

• University Studies (51 hours)
• general business core (39 hours)
• an international business core (9 hours)
• a required minor (3-12 hours in accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing)
• foreign language/cultural classes (3-12 hours) (foreign language or cultural awareness courses depending upon previous multiple language skills displayed).

The University Studies requirements provide a common base with all University Students related to becoming a life-long learner. The general business core provides a common background with other business majors. The international business core provides a common base with other international business majors. The functional minor offers a specific concentration that gives students a fundamental understanding within a functional area of business. The foreign language/cultural minor contributes to the students cultural functioning within the international business environment.

To supplement course offerings , students are required to participate in an international business related experience. This experience could be satisfied by completing international business study outside the U.S. or participating in an international business oriented internship. This international experience further enhances students' international understanding and capability.

The graduates of the International Business Program will seek employment with companies participating in international business trade. The potential employers will be small businesses and large multinational corporations.

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