Educators say that most MBA programs will adequately prepare students for working overseas. MBA programs include an element of international business education in their regular coursework, acknowledging the importance of global trade. For someone who wants to spend only a few years abroad, studying a language and a country s customs will go farther than getting an entire degree in international business, says Stan Nyquist, director of MBA programs at the University of St. But for those who want to spend the majority of their career working abroad, an international degree may be the right path to take, he says. St. Thomas offers a master of international management that provides comprehensive training in international business practices, ethics and economics.
Students also work on their language skills and knowledge of different cultures.
Furthermore, international students can specialize in international concentrations, including finance, human resources, or managerial communications. Metro State University provides an international concentration for its MBA students. For business owners who want to break into international business, Century College in St. Paul offers a series of seminars, conducted by members of the Service Corps Organization of Retired Executives group and the Small Business Administration. The seminars focus on international marketing and other issues, with seasoned business leaders providing insight.