International Business Degrees Online

International Business

Business and Management

Graduate

Courses for this degree are offered at night or online and follow an accelerated (8 week) term schedule

The modern business enterprise is constantly transforming as it responds to technological innovations linking local communities with the global marketplace. The Lynn University M.B.A., delivered on ground and online, is an advanced degree designed to prepare and equip managers with the knowledge and competencies needed to administer controllable forces within their organizations in order to successfully adapt to variables and changes in an uncontrollable environment. Practitioners develop skills for deciphering and forecasting external forces and in the process become effective leader managers in the increasingly multicultural, multinational environment of the 21st century.

Located at the crossroads of world trade, Lynn University offers an unparalleled laboratory for learning. The university’s expert faculty challenge graduate students, many with international backgrounds, to examine a broad spectrum of issues confronting modern business managers.

The 36-credit M.B.A. program comprises 12 three-credit courses, of which seven to nine are foundation courses (21 to 27 credits) for the Business Administration major, and three to five are specialization courses (nine to 15 credits). Specializations are available in Aviation Management, Mass Communication and Media Management, Hospitality Management, Financial Valuation and Investment Management, International Business, Marketing, and Sports and Athletics Administration. Students also may choose to participate in an optional internship.

The Lynn University M.B.A. Program is designed to prepare qualified students for middle and upper-level management leadership responsibilities in business, not-for-profit and governmental organizations. Using a general management focus and strategic approach, students demonstrate: (1) broad and integrated knowledge of business functions; (2) knowledge of ethical and legal considerations and the social responsiveness to resolve corporate and public issues; (3) analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills and use of technology related to business decision-making; (4) communication and interpersonal skills to lead groups and business organizations; (5) foundations and tools to make and implement strategy;and (6) the depth and critical importance of the dynamic and global environment as they influence organizations, decisions and operations.

Graduate Admission Standards for M.B.A. Program

Students are required to meet the following prerequisites for admission to the program:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Undergraduate GPA 2.5 or higher.
Completion of a course in Statistics at the college level with a grade of B or better.
Completion of a course in Quantitative Methods, Calculus, or Pre-calculus with a grade of B or better.
Official undergraduate transcripts.
A résumé and personal statement.
Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources. At least one of these must be academic.
A writing sample demonstrating capacity to perform at the graduate level.
For international students who have not graduated from an accredited undergraduate institution in the United States, a satisfactory TOEFL score (550 paper-based, 213 computer-based or 80 internet-based) along with an International Transcript Evaluation and a course equivalency report must be provided.

If an applicant meets all requirements for admission except #3 and/or #4, then that applicant may be granted a probationary admission subject to the conditions stipulated below:
If an applicant has not taken a Statistics course or if the grade earned was below B, then that applicant may be admitted on probation subject to completion of RES 602 Statistics with a grade of B or better.
If an applicant has not taken a Quantitative Methods, Calculus or Pre-calculus course or if the grade earned was below B, then that applicant may admitted on probation subject to completion of MBA 500 Quantitative Methods in Business.

While not required for admission, students who have not taken a course in accounting, macroeconomics, microeconomics and/or who lack proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) may be required to take prerequisite courses in each: MBA 504 Survey of Accounting and Finance; MBA 502 Managerial Economics; and a computer information systems course, respectively, before taking the foundation courses in the MBA program.

Prerequisites for Those Without an Undergraduate Business Degree

Undergraduate transcripts from M.B.A. applicants are reviewed to determine whether the applicant has completed prerequisite course work in financial accounting, macroeconomics and statistics.

Proficiency in the use of computer applications such as Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint is essential.

The Major equips students with the professional skills in: accounting, banking and finance, management information systems, economics, and management and marketing; enabling graduates to find entry-level jobs in the world of business, finance, and government. The Program also serves as a rigorous preparation for Graduate study in business administration, and other fields.

The Bachelor of Science Degree may be obtained at the Beirut and Byblos campuses in: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Man-agement Information Systems, Economics, Family and Entrepreneu-rial Business Management, Hospitality Management, International Business, Management, and Marketing.
Major Learning Outcomes

Graduates in the Bachelor of Science in Business Studies will be able to do the following:
Work with their peers to solve relatively complex business problems, using the appropriate technologies and decision-making tools, within their respective areas of concentration, and communicate their decisions both written and orally.
Possess an understanding of their ethical, and social, respon-sibilities in the global marketplace.
Have an understanding of the global impact of economic con-ditions, and cultural dimensions, on their respective areas of concentration.
Core Requirements: 30 credits.Number Course Cr
ACC201 Principles of Accounting I 3
ACC202 Principles of Accounting II 3
BUS203 Business Law 3
ECO201 Microeconomics 3
ECO202 Macroeconomics 3
FIN301 Managerial Finance 3
MGT201 Introduction to Management 3
MIS211 Management Information Systems I 3
MKT201 Introduction to Marketing 3
STA201 Business Statistics 3

The Emphasis in International Business at LAU provides a global perspective on management, finance, marketing, international af-fairs, and economics, while providing students with a firm foundation in the fundamentals of the business curriculum. The field aims at preparing students for work in the global marketplace as business professionals who can understand, and exploit, the dynamics of global business and finance.
Required (15 Credits)IBS311 Managing the Multinational Corporation 3
IBS321 Global Financial Management 3
MKT311 International Marketing 3
ECO401 International Economics 3
FIN302 Financial Institutions and Markets 3
IBS499 Senior Study/Internship 3

Any two of the following Business Electives (6 credits):BUS311 Research Methods 3
BUS301 Intermediate Business Statistics 3
ECO311 Economic Development 3
POL313 Concepts of International Relations 3
HOM321 Tourism Economic and Cultural Impact 3
IBS488 Topics in International Business 3
FEB488 Topics in Family & Entrepreneurial Business 3

BS in Business Administration and Language and Culture Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Language and Cultural Studies (BLC) is designed for students with a passion for business and a complementary enthusiasm for a foreign language. The BLC provides students the opportunity to understand the most important connection between business and language.

This degree is for students who wish to study:
French
German
Russian
Spanish
(*Arabic and Chinese are not available as BLC language options at this time)

The degree can be completed in four years even without prior foreign language study and requires a semester of study abroad in the language declared.

Upon completion of the BLC program, students will be prepared to take the American Council on the Teaching of a Foreign Language (ACTFL) oral proficiency interview and prepare for regional fluency certificates (for example, French Chamber of Commerce Certificate). The combination of study abroad, internships, and academic rigor provides students with a competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

University Requirements
120 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better
2 College Writing courses
Prove Mathematics competency
45 of the last 60 credit hours on campus, with a minimum of 15 credit hours of upper-level courses
Major Requirements
To comply with AACSB accreditation standards, Kogod students must complete at least 50 percent of their course work outside of the business school. (IBUS-200 and FIN-200 are considered business courses and may not count toward non-business course requirements even if they are taken for General Education credit). Students may complete more than 60 credit hours in business permitted 50 percent of the total credit hours completed is earned in non-business course work.

At least 50 percent of the business credit hours required for the BLC must be earned at American University. After completing 24 credit hours in BLC course work, students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 to be eligible to enroll in KSB or LFS courses. Students will declare a language track (French, German, Russian or Spanish) upon entering the program.

33 credit hours in Business Core Courses with grades of C or better (pass/fail grades are not permitted)
32 credit hours in Foreign Language with grades of C or better (pass/fail grades are not permitted)
24 credit hours in the Major Language at the 300 level or above A minimum of 6 credit hours must be business topics completed in a foreign language either at American University or at an AACSB or Kogod approved institution
A minimum of 12 credit hours must be taken abroad in a foreign language

This Major prepares students to become international business leaders who can manage effectively in an increasingly complex multicultural and multilingual global marketplace. Students graduate with the ability to understand international manage-ment concepts and trends, the international environment, institutions and practices, cross-cultural sensitivity, and interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills. Students also learn how to generate global and local creative strategies, as well as the skills to effectively implement them. The program is a combination of a solid business core, plus exposure to the culture, politics, and economics of various regions of the world. Additionally, students are strongly encouraged to follow language courses, and to participate in the International Student Exchange Program.
Career opportunities

Manager, international human resources, trader/market specialist, business development manager, and import/export manager.

The International Business major provides a broad understanding of the global marketplace and teaches students the essential tools for understanding international marketing and finance as well as the essential aspects of business policy and strategy. The major is also tailored to prepare students for experience in the areas of leadership and team building for the new global economy and how to adapt to the changes inherent within. This course prepares students for the traditional and entrepreneurial roles that await them in the higher managerial positions from a wide range of sectors that require candidates with an international perspective.

TERM I

MCO101-Management Skills (3)
MCO102-Organizational Behaviour (3)
MCO103-Managerial Accounting (3)
MCO104-Marketing (3)
MCO105-Quantitative Business Methods (3)
MCO106-Negotiation (1)
MCO107-Business Law (1)

TERM II

MCO201-Finance (3)
MCO202-Human Resources Management (3)
MCO203-Global Economics (3)
MCO204-Strategic Management (3)
MCO205-Management Information Systems (3)
MCO206-Communication Skills (1)
MCO207-Job Career Planning (1)

TERM III

MBA301-Business Policy and Strategy (3)
MBA302-International Marketing (3)
MBA303-International Finance (3)
MBA304-Leadership & Team Building (3)
MBA305-Change Management (3)
Research Report (3)

Overview of the Program

Global business education is a central point in the vision of the TU Collins College of Business. The international business and language major was developed in conjunction with the TU Department of Languages as a part of this vision. It provides an exciting educational and career opportunity for those students who enjoy the study of language.

Access to convenient international travel and instant communication technologies have virtually eliminated perceptual and real distance between countries. In many parts of the world, political borders have become irrelevant while fluency in two or more languages is increasingly the norm in the business arena. This major provides an exceptional opportunity for students to attain the necessary tools to compete in an increasingly global marketplace.

This degree combines three components: (1) education in foundations of business and functional areas of international business, (2) development of greater familiarity with cultural imperatives, and (3) advanced training in French, German, Spanish, or Russian.

Curriculum and Unique Features

The Collins College of Business’ commitment to a global business education is reflected in its mission statement. Global business is identified as one of the central themes for the College.

TU’s business college is fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Class sizes average 25, providing ample opportunity for interaction between professors and students during and after each class.

Another theme of the College’s vision is the application of information technology to accommodate the communication process and as a problem-solving tool for business. This expertise is complemented by the use of communication, presentation, and teamwork skills throughout the program.

The Department of Languages offers major programs in French, German, and Spanish, and advanced work in Russian. Students complete the language requirements of a major for the International Business and Language program. The language component is designed to develop a high level of communicative proficiency and cultural literacy in preparation for using the target language in the student’s professional lives.

The option of international business prepares students for managerial careers in the global marketplace. It is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes the development of foreign language skills as well as an understanding of the social, cultural, and political aspects of the international environment. The curriculum provides the opportunity to develop the analytical and decision-making skills necessary for effective participation in the global challenges facing business today. The international business option includes specialized course, study abroad opportunities, and international internships. It is designed to not only assist students in developing skills needed to compete in world markets, but also to contribute to their preparations for careers in export marketing and export sales management, global sourcing, international finance and banking, international economics, international accounting and management of the multinational firm.

Required courses to complete this option
(18 semester hours in addition to required general education curriculum):

ECON 521 - International Trade and Investment
FINC 514 - International Financial Management
MGMT 529 - International Management
MKTG 581 - Marketing for Global Competitiveness
One of:
BADM 492 - Internship in International Business
BADM 400 - International Field Experience

Choose 3 hours from ANTH 301, 321, 323, 325, 351; FREN 301; GEOG 303, 304, 306; GERM 300, 301; HIST 345, 351, 547, 548, 551, 552, 553, 561; MCOM 302; PLSC 335, 336, 338, 345, 532; RELG 300; SPAN 301, 302

Award
Business Management Certificate of Achievement
Location
Elkhorn Valley Campus
Fort Omaha Campus
South Omaha Campus

The skills gained while pursing this certificate will increase the students technical expertise and employability in the highly competitive global marketplace.

Requirement Credit Value
ECON 1000 Macroeconomics 4.5
Select three courses from the following International options: 13.5
BSAD 2700 Intro to International Business 4.5
BSAD 2710 Import/Export Operations 4.5
BSAD 2720 International Marketing Management 4.5
ECON 2720 International Economics 4.5
Select one course form the following: 7.5
FREN 1010 Beginning French I 7.5
GERM 1010 Elementary German I 7.5
JAPN 1010 Beginning Japanese I 7.5
SPAN 1110 Elementary Spanish I 7.5
Select 4.5 credit hours from ACCT, BSAD, ENTR or FINA courses

The International Business major deals with aspects of competitive advantage across national boundaries, attempting to understand how firms successfully compete in the global marketplace. Students learn to analyze international structures, systems, and processes in order to be able to conduct effective and efficient international business activities.