In-depth course in international data sources, market analysis, and export mechanics. Emphasis on current international business practices and market conditions. Includes carrier organization, operations, marketing strategies, finance, control, sales, labor relations, and shipper-carrier interaction. Issues and decisions related to strategy planning and implementation in marketing organizations. Student must take in senior year.
Students carry on approved research projects in their major area under supervision of staff member.
Project to be approved by department chair and supervised by departmental faculty member. Credit allowed only after acceptance of student's written report by department chair and supervising faculty member. Independent research open only to those students enrolled in the honors program. Thesis supervised by departmental faculty member.