International Business Degrees Online

The International Business concentration of the management major provides a broad international business perspective for students who wish to be employed by businesses that have international presence. This includes both big businesses such as GM, Ford, IBM as well as small to medium (SME) size multinational corporations. Typically, more than 60 percent of revenues of these corporations are derived from their overseas operations. This program of study prepares students for global career by providing sound business skills as well as geo-political understanding, language skills and cultural and value awareness of specific geographic regions (area studies). Although it is not necessary, the students are encouraged to pursue a double major in Political Science (International Relations) or Geography (City & Regional Planning) or Foreign Language. A double major in International Business and any one of these three areas can be earned in 135 credit hours or less.

The International Business courses offered at WKU are normally taught by highly qualified faculty who write, teach, and offer service in this field. Most classes are small enough to permit a high level of student-faculty interaction. The design of the International Business curriculum include: 39 hours of business core, 15 hours of international business courses, 9 hours of foreign language, 9 hours of area study courses, 3 hours of world regional geography, and 3 hours of international politics. Students are encouraged to participate in the activities of international club. The learning and service opportunities provided can be very helpful in the development of a career.

Name:International Finance
Award:MSc
Study Mode:Full-Time
Napier Code:W31205

Why choose this course?

Designed for students from a wide variety of non-financial disciplines and employment backgrounds, this course combines mathematical and communication skills to offer you a rounded approach to the world of international finance. Whether you’re looking for a role in the provision and management of financial services, or planning to undertake research in the area, this course will equip you with the skills needed to enter the financial industry, and the appropriate theoretical and practical learning.
Skills

As well as communication and presentation skills (vital in this complex industry) you’ll gain knowledge of accounting practices, statistics, financial management, banking and insurance, plus a thorough overview of the international financial environment. You’ll graduate with the mathematical and informational analysis skills you need to create a rewarding career in the industry, and the means to apply your knowledge of research methods.
Career Prospects
As Scotland’s Number One University for Graduate Employability (HESA 2008) and Graduate Prospects (The Independent and The Times University Guides for 2009), we can offer you a valuable head-start in your chosen career.

The world of international finance is a fascinating and lucrative one. This degree will enhance your employability, and open the doors to a global career. You’ll be eligible for graduate level positions in areas such as banking, insurance and finance.

If you are a person who understands that the world has become a global marketplace, and you wish to take advantage of the opportunities and benefits of a global career, then the concentration in International Business will be of interest to you.

The concentration in International Business is a 15-hour curriculum focused on economic and management foundations of global business. The purpose of the International Business concentration is to provide a vehicle for business majors to pursue in-depth study of the global business issues. It is designed to integrate coursework from the Economics Department and Graduate School of Management to provide a formal framework for international studies in business. Business Leadership majors only are eligible to participate. Its primary audience includes students interested in careers in multinational or global companies or in organizations engaged in international trade or development.

Concentration requirements. 15 credit hours of study to include:

BUAD 6360 Global Business
ECO 3330 International Economics & Finance
or ECON 7310 International Economics (permission required)
or FINA 7320 International Finance (permission required)

Select 2 courses from the following (6 credit hours):

ECO 4332 Comparative Economic Systems
ECO 4335 Economic Development
BUS 3321 International Marketing Management
BUS 3352 Topics in Business Leadership (international topic)
BUS 4352 Topics in Business Leadership (international topic)

Select 1 course (3 credit hours) of Advanced Grammar or Advanced Communication (3323) or Advanced Composition in a modern language offered by the University.