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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Michael L. Connell Professor
Judy Peterson Professor
Terry Gabel Associate Professor
Richard Johnston Associate Professor
Wendine R. Bolon Associate Professor
Lee Miller Visiting Assistant Professor
Kenneth McMillan Professor
Julie Rothbart Assistant Professor
Tom Prince Visiting Assistant Professor
Overview of the Program: The International Business major was designed to prepare graduates in both business fundamentals and knowledge of the economic, political, cultural, legal, and other environmental factors that shape the patterns of international trade, investment, financing, and strategic alliance in today’s global economy. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in one of Monmouth College’s study abroad/exchange programs. Participants in these programs learn about that nation’s business environment, culture, and language while studying in that particular country of interest. Career Opportunities: Career opportunities for International Business majors exist in all types of organizations since even small firms do business internationally via the Internet. Employers of international business graduates include: multinational corporations, financial and research institutions, manufacturers, management and marketing consulting, government, and technology companies. Graduates joining small and mid-sized firms will find many complex and challenging international business opportunities in the United States and abroad. Required Courses for the International Business Major: BUSI 101 Data Analysis BUSI 105 Introduction to Commerce ECON 200 Principles of Economics ACCT 203 Financial Accounting BUSI 205 Business Math and Statistics BUSI 218 Business Writing BUSI 290* International Business Practicum ECON 301 Intermediate Macro Economics BUSI 305 Business Administration and Organization BUSI 306 Business Finance BUSI 307 Marketing BUSI 345 Globalization and International Management ECON 360 International Trade and Finance BUSI 409 International Business Strategy *Students can satisfy the international travel requirement for this course by completing an approved study abroad experience or BUSI 290. Electives outside Business and Accounting: Students must choose one course from the list below or complete one elective course with approval of the program coordinator. Students may select courses from this list without prior approval of the program coordinator. With the approval of the program coordinator, students
MONMOUTH COLLEGE ACADEMIC CATALOG
2014–2015