Travel and tourism has always been a highly international field. Careers in travel and tourism can include Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, and Travel Agency Management, all of which require a knowledge of international business and languages. There are many opportunities within the airline industry to become involved in international business. As a customer service representative, sales personnel, or even as a flight attendant, a knowledge of international business and foreign language is expected and valued. Similar to airlines, cruise ships are in need of professionals who are trained in languages and in customer service.
Retail buyers are in charge of acquiring merchandise for their employer, a retail chain.
Often, they must source special merchandise at manufacturing plants abroad. Many large banks have become global and initiate thousands of international transactions. A knowledge of international business and foreign exchange is required. Auditing, financial accounting, and managerial accounting of multinational companies would require an understanding of foreign exchange rates, inflation rates, different tax systems, and language. As companies expand their production abroad, there is a greater need for Production Specialists with an international background.