Coursework provides exposure to the historical, legal, political, and economic factors that are key elements in a study of this subject. The dynamics of conducting business in an international context are examined. If the requisite course is waived, the student must choose an elective course from this major or from the program curriculum of another major. The student is introduced to the language and terminology of international business and major international political and economic policies that affect modern international businesses. Special attention is given to fundamental concepts of international finance, accounting, law, management, and marketing.
Students participate in seminars designed to examine contemporary issues in international business.
The professional seminar supplements the core and elective courses in the area of international business by focusing on issues of current and special interest. Course may be repeated for credit if content differs. Graduate students may apply a maximum of 3 credit hours of these seminars as electives to meet the credit-hour requirements for graduation. This course may not be completed by directed study. The student examines aspects of accounting operations within a multinational corporate environment.