This major provides a strong foundation in the current issues and problems that international managers face. It is based on an analytical approach that is comparative in nature, and the orientation is toward practical applications.Global problems related to population, resources, energy, food, the environment, and other pertinent topics are also presented and discussed. A variety of international cultures are studied with particular attention given to values and consumer patterns in those cultures. Students will have the opportunity to analyze business activities across cultures, social and environmental consequences of location decisions, and the alternative use of resources. This major is based on an understanding of basic economic and business decision making.

Program Objectives

Students earning their degree in the area of international business will be able to accomplish the following:

• understand the interrelated forces affecting the growth of international business activity and the basic forms of international business activity.
• assess the role of international organizations such as the IMF on the international marketplace.
• demonstrate an appreciation for the significance of multicultural diversity in the work force and knowledge of the complexities associated with expatriate life in the global marketplace.
• make the strategic choices international mangers face when entering new markets and competing in the overseas business environments.
• judge the meaning of 'business ethics' and its importance/significance in international business.
• draw conclusions regarding the role of external forces such as culture on international business.