INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
BBA BUSINESS major
BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS on a GLOBAL SCALE
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
the MAJOR
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (BUS) :
All commercial activities that take place across national boundaries. This includes the movement of goods from one country to another (exporting, importing, trade); the development of operations, sales, manufacturing, research and development and distribution facilities in foreign markets and the contractual agreements (intellectual property, licensing, franchising, etc) that allow for the exchange of resources across national borders. The development of infrastructure to support the organization’s processes.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS REQUIRES AN EXPERIENTIAL COMPONENT – STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DOUBLE MAJOR OR ADD MINORS FOR DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE IN A SPECIFIC BUSINESS FUNCTION.
Earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a major in International Business demonstrates that you have an understanding of the political, cultural and regulatory environments that shape international business and trade that can be applied to any size organization. The International Business major requires an experiential component as part of the major and many students are encouraged to double major or add minors for depth of knowledge.
COURSEWORK TOPICS INCLUDE: Accounting for International Business Global Marketing International Economics International Finance International Operations Management International Study Tour Multicultural Marketing Organizational Management and more.
If you are interested in different cultures, markets and geographies, open to travelling internationally and solving commercial challenges, then a major in International Business can provide you with the ability to have an impact on local and global organizations International Business professionals that understand complex intercultural issues, as well as transactions motivated by non-financial gains such as corporate social responsibility and political favor can benefit organizations and provide big picture thinking.
ADAPTIVE THINKING
COLLABORATION
CRITICAL THINKING
CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
CULTURAL SENSITIVITY
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
GLOBAL THINKING
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
ENGAGED LEARNING
The International Business program offers a variety of learning opportunities beyond the classroom including semester-long study abroad programs with partner universities in other countries, faculty-led study abroad tours, internship opportunities in different countries or with local international companies and more
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS FOR LEARNING AND NETWORKING.
FUTURE potential
Most IB Majors go on to earn their MBA or industry credentials such as the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP).
INTERNSHIPS, CO-OPS and CAREERS
A PROMISING FUTURE FILLED WITH EXPANSIVE AND ENGAGING OPPORTUNITIES.
Valuable, relevant work experience prior to graduation is provided through internships and co-ops and collaborative classroom projects with international companies. CSU participates in the Ohio Export Internship Program - providing students the opportunity to apply for state subsidized internships with Ohio companies looking to expand internationally.
EMPLOYERS include
Cleveland Clinic
Eaton
Jergens Inc.
Lubrizol
Overdrive Inc.
Parker Hannifin
Pipe Line Development Company (PLIDCO)
PolyOne Corporation
Sherwin-Williams
TLC Products
the MINORS
Accounting
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
CAREER outlook
25%
$2K to $5K of Employers surveyed plan to hire
More per year in earning potential with an IB Major**
9% to 20% Job Growth through 2026 depending upon specialization (ie: Management Analyst, International Financial Management)
the CAREERS
Customs Broker
Foreign Currency Investment Advisor
Global Brand Manager
Import/Export Agent
International Business
Development Manager
International Human Resources Specialist
International Investment Professional
Management Analyst
Policy Analyst
Supply Chain Manager
Trade and Customs Manager
Trade Specialist Translator
COMPLEMENT AND ENHANCE YOUR DEGREE WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPECIFIC BUSINESS SKILLS THROUGH MINOR COURSE WORK AND APPLICATION.
Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Health Care Management
Human Resources Management
Information Systems
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Professional Selling
Property Management
Sport & Entertainment Management
Taxation
NACE 2019 Job Outlook Survey **
Nyamweru was born and raised in Tanzania , a country in east Africa. She graduated from Cleveland Central Catholic High School in 2019. While at Cleveland State University, Nyamweru was a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, Beta Gamma Sigma (the business honor’s fraternity) and the Student Government Association. She also served as the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Director of Sustainability for the TRIO program which provides special services to first-generation college students.
NYAMWERU ADRONIC
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MAJOR
2023 GRADUATE
ROTARY CLUB OF CLEVELAND HONOREE
APPLY TODAY – YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE.
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Apply as early as possible to get your admittance decision.
Applying and getting a decision allows you to apply for and receive financial aid and scholarship packages to help you make your college selection.
Applications for Fall Semester open annually on August 1.
INCOMING FRESHMEN apply for the Honors Program: January 15; all other Programs: March 1.
TRANSFER STUDENTS apply for the Honors Program: February 28; all others programs: April 1.
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