International Business Major
As a growing number of U.S. firms become involved with foreign operations, college graduates with a global perspective are in demand. The International Business Program at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ allows students to gain the knowledge and skills required for jobs with businesses from the U.S. to Timbuktu. So, go global: We’ll prepare you for a career that can take you anywhere in the world.
Why Choose an International Business Major at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½?
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½’s International Business Program is the only interdisciplinary major within ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½’s Franklin P. Perdue School of Business allowing students to tailor their courses to specialize in their unique area of interest. Since the curriculum allows multiple majors, concentrations and tracks, students may combine such areas as accounting, economics, finance, information systems, business administration, marketing and management and with an international business degree.
What sets ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ apart from other international business degree programs across the country is its focus on experiential learning. Our program consists of three components to give students real-world experience in their field, instead of just lecture time in the classroom:
- Internships. All international business students are required to complete an internship with an organization before graduation. This Applied Business Learning Experience (ABLE) internship helps students prepare for their careers by gaining hands-on experience.
- Foreign language learning. Students have the option to take courses counting toward their degree in one of the major business languages: Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi or Korean. Alternatively, students may also take courses focused on geography and political science—crucial to prepare students to engage with the global business climate.
- Study abroad opportunities. ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ offers a number of study abroad and foreign exchange programs, providing invaluable experiences that both impress future employers and leave a lasting impact on students. Currently, ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ has three exchange programs allowing students to study abroad for a semester, an academic year or more: (Hong Kong), (France) and (Costa Rica). For students wishing to pursue this option for their business degree, many study abroad scholarships are available.
Careers for International Business Majors
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½’s program prepares students to graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities to live and work in the highly competitive global economy. In the international business major, students develop skills that make them valuable for U.S.-based companies with foreign operations, export houses, and nonprofit, federal or international organizations. What jobs can you get with an international business major? By gaining a global perspective, students become knowledgeable as well as cultured, preparing them for careers such as:
- Case Manager
- Foreign Affairs Analyst
- Foreign Services Officer
- Human Resources Representative
- Immigration Specialist
- International Consultant
- Paralegal
Meet Lauren – International Business Major
Find out how Lauren has gained a well-rounded knowledge of business and has also expanded her worldview through studying abroad.
International Business Faculty with Real-World Experience
Our faculty in the Perdue School of Business participate in the bi-annual study abroad program, and many faculty members have participated in teacher exchanges or other individualized programs.
Meet Your International Business Faculty:
Nitya Singh
Dr. Nitya Singh, an Associate Professor in the Management Department and seasoned business professional, earned his PhD from the University of Georgia and the University of Toledo. Originally from India, he has worked with corporate giants like GE and Samsung, specializing in international marketing and strategy. Currently a Professor of Strategy and International Business, he has lead study abroad programs to India and currently leads one to Spain, drawing on his diverse experiences from living and working across multiple countries. His expertise and global perspective enrich both his teaching and research, establishing him as a respected figure in academia and beyond.