International Business Degrees Online

Segment One - General Education Requirements
60 Credit Hours - Each course is 6 credit hours
The general education requirements provide a broad foundation in the basic academic disciplines and offer students the opportunity to
explore the breadth of the liberal arts and sciences. The following courses offered by Madison University meet the general education
requirements for undergraduate students:
Course Number Course Title
BIOL – EEC 101 Biology
COMM – EEC 101 Introduction to Communication
ENGL – EEC 101 English Composition I
ENGL – EEC 102 English Composition II
GEO – EEC 101 Introduction to Geography
HIS – EEC 101 Introduction to American History
HIS – EEC 102 Introduction to World History
MATH – EEC 101 Basic Principle of Mathematics
PHIL – EEC 101 Introduction to Philosophy
SOC – EEC 101 Introduction to Sociology
Segment Two - Concentration Requirements
60 Credit Hours - Each course is 6 credit hours
BMGT 30101 Business Management
An introduction to basic concepts of management, analytical techniques and organization theory.
A functional approach to management, including cases and managerial excellence.
Textbook: Management Fundamentals: Concepts, Applications, Skill Development
ISBN#: 0-324-01337-X
BMGT 30201 Training & Development
An examination of key issues in designing training and development programs. Topics cover
such areas as organizational needs analysis, training design and implementation, evaluation
techniques and understanding how such programs interact with other human resource functions.
Textbook: Effective Training: Systems, Strategies, and Practices, 1st edition
ISBN#: 0-13-268160-9
BMGT 40411 Decision Making
A study of the systems for organizing and controlling information flows within business
organizations for effective decision-making. Application of managerial, financial, marketing, and
accounting principles in decision-making; extensive use of cases and written reports.
Textbook: Business Research in Decision Making, 5th edition
ISBN#: 0-534-37397-6
BADM 30101 Introduction to Business
An overview to contemporary business in America today. A study of business and society,
including forms of business organization and ownership, management problems and operation of
commerce and industry in today’s world.
Textbook: Introduction to Business, 4th edition
ISBN#: 0-53-869146-8

Faculty

Susan Trussler, Ph.D., Program Director
Overview

The major in International Business is an interdisciplinary program designed for those Business students who seek an understanding of the complex world within which multinational corporations, national and international agencies, and individuals interact. In the 21st century all business activities are becoming more and more international in nature; it is imperative that those who wish to succeed in this international setting have a clear understanding not only of the theory and practice of the core business disciplines, but also of their interaction with the geographic, cultural, and political environments within which multinational corporations operate, and international trade and investment occur. This major is designed to prepare students who wish to work in the international arena – either overseas or in the United States.
International Business Curriculum
Dept. and No. Descriptive Title of Course Credits
FIRST YEAR FALL SPRING
GE S/BH ECO 153-154 Prin. of Micro - Macro Economics 3 3
GE SPCH-WRTG COMM 100 - WRTG 107 Public Speaking - Composition 3 3
GE PHIL PHIL 120 2 Introduction to Philosophy 3
GE C/IL C/IL 104 Computing and Information Literacy 3
GE QUAN MATH ELECT 1 Math Option (2 courses) 3-4 3-4
GE HUMN HUMN ELECT World Languages and Cultures Electives 3 3
GE FSEM-PHED INTD 100 - PHED ELECT Freshman Seminar - Physical Education 1 1
16-17 16-17
SECOND YEAR
BUS CORE ACC 253-254 Financial - Managerial Accounting 3 3
BUS CORE STAT 251-252 Statistics for Business I-II 3 3
BUS CORE MGT 251 Legal Environment of Business 3
GE PHIL PHIL 210 Ethics 3
GE T/RS T/RS 121-122 Theology I-II 3 3
GE NSCI NSCI ELECT 3 Natural Science Electives 3 3
GE ELECT ELECT 5 World Languages and Cultures Electives 3 3
18 18
THIRD YEAR
MAJOR IB ELECT 4 Advanced IB Electives 6
BUS CORE MGT 351-352 Principles of Management I-II 3 3
BUS CORE MKT 351 - FIN 351 Intro. to Marketing - Intro. to Finance 3 3
BUS CORE OIM 351 - OIM 352 Intro. to Mgt. Science - Intro. to Oper Mgt. 3 3
BUS CORE ECO/IB 351 Environment of Intl. Business 3
GE PHIL-T/RS PHIL or T/RS ELECT Philosophy or T/RS Elective 3
GE HUMN HUMN ELECT Regional/Global Electives 3 3
18 18
FOURTH YEAR
MAJOR IB ELECT 4 Advanced IB Electives 6 6
BUS CORE MGT 455 Business Policy & Strategy 3
BUS CORE OIM 471 Business Information Management 3
GE ELECT ELECT 6 Regional/Global Electives 3 3
GE ELECT ELECT 3,5 Free Electives (3) (3)
GE PHED PHED ELECT Physical Education 1 1
13 (16) 13 (16)
Total: 130-132 (136-138) Credits 5
1 Two math options are available to Business majors:
Option I* (six credits): MATH 107 (Quantitative Methods II); MATH 108 (Quantitative Methods III)
Option II* (eight credits): MATH 114 (Analysis I); MATH 221 (Analysis II)

Both options cover the topics of calculus. Option I takes an applied approach; Option II a theoretical approach.

*Students are tested for math placement during summer orientation. On the basis of these tests and their high school background it will be recommended that some students take Option II, especially if they expect to pursue graduate studies. The majority of students will be placed in Option I, and may also be required to take MATH 106 (Quantitative Methods I) as a prerequisite to taking MATH 107.

2 If EDUC 113 is required, it is taken in place of PHIL 120. C/IL 104 is then moved to the spring of the first year. PHIL 120 will be taken in the second year.

3 If a third math course is required, GE electives are moved from the fourth to the second year. The NSCI sequence is moved to the fourth year.

4 Four of the five functional international business courses and two electives from IB 476, 490, ECO 366, 465 or the the fifth functional IB course.

5 For students requiring EDUC 113 and a third math course, 6 additional credits are needed to complete the foreign-language requirement.

6 Global Studies electives include GEOG 134 (recommended), PS 212, PS 213, T/RS 314. Regional Studies electives are courses that focus on specific countries or regions of the world (not U.S.), including culture courses taught in a foreign language.

This degree offers you the opportunity to combine your understanding of contemporary Europe with the study of modern languages. It is distinctive in its interdisciplinary approach for it offers you the opportunity to acquire a better understanding of European cultures and societies, as well as the nature of integration and interdependence amongst European nations. You will learn to identify the effect of international events on European politics, and the changing nature of an everexpanding European Union and will be able to develop essential analytical and research skills. You will have the opportunity to study languages such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, Greek and Russian at subsidiary level, as part of your free choice, and you can also spend one semester abroad at one of our partneruniversities, sponsored by the EU’s ERASMUS programme. Alternatively, you may opt for our joint programme, European Studies and Politics.
Year 1 You will take three compulsory modules: Introduction to Contemporary Politics; A Globalising World; and Introduction to International Relations. You will also choose another three modules from a range that in previous years has included: Economics and Society; Introduction to Modern History; Themes in Modern History; Issues and Controversies in Contemporary Spain; Introduction to Philosophy; Philosophical Perspectives; Social and Political Theory; Big Brother? The Politics and Sociology of Media and Culture. You can also choose to do a language as one of your options.
Year 2 You will take two compulsory modules: Introduction to the European Union; and Britain and Europe, and select three modules from a choice that in previous years has included: Modern Germany; The Holocaust; Modern Spain; Imperial Russian and Soviet History, 1861-1941; EC Law; Contemporary Scandinavia; Russian Politics; Culture and Society; and International Organisations. You can also choose to do a language as one of your options. In addition, you may choose one approved free choice module from other Schools across the University.
Year 3 You will choose your modules from a range of options which in previous years has included: Western Political Thought; Poland: Stalinism and Solidarity; Russia in Revolution 1905-1921; Politics of Foreign Policy: Castlereagh to Disraeli; and Sex, Lies and Reputations, as well as those listed under year 2. See too the module list on page 227. You can also choose to do a language as one of your options.

This degree enables you to study European affairs within the context of the discipline of politics. Thus you will be introduced to the basic aspects of political analysis through the study of the role of legislatures and executives, constitutions, political parties and voting behaviour while you engage in the comparative analysis of different European political experiences such as those of Russia and Central and Eastern Europe. You will be able to understand how the European Union operates and how it relates to the rest of the world. Alongside the European ‘backbone’ of compulsory modules, you have the opportunity to study languages, as well as to ‘customise’ your degree course by steering towards subjects which are of relevance to you and your chosen career, with modules on, for example, European politics, economics, history, media, linguistics and literature. We offer options on the politics of America, Russia, and other European countries; on international relations and the EU; on democracy, utopias, and the history of political thought; on mass media, identity, and popular culture.
Year 1 You will take the following compulsory modules: Social and Political Theory; Introduction to Contemporary Politics; A Globalising World; and Introduction to International Relations. You will also select a further two modules from a choice that in previous years has included: Introduction to Anthropology; Introduction to Modern History; Introduction to Philosophy; Big Brother? The Politics and Sociology of Media and Culture; Economics and Society; Media Culture, Media Power; Themes in Modern History; French, Spanish and Globalisation; and Issues and Controversies in Contemporary Spain.
Year 2 You will take three compulsory modules: Introduction to the European Union; Britain and Europe; and Democratic Theory. You can select a further two modules from a range that in previous years has included: Modern Germany; The Holocaust; Modern Spain; Imperial Russian and Soviet History, 1861-1941; EC Law; Contemporary Scandinavia; Russian Politics; Culture and Society; and International Organisations. In addition, you may choose one approved free choice module from other Schools across the University.
Year 3 You will choose your modules from a range of options which in previous years has included: Western Political Thought; Poland: Stalinism and Solidarity; Russia in Revolution 1905-1921; Politics of Foreign Policy: Castlereagh to Disraeli; and Sex, Lies and Reputations. See also the module

This degree allows you to think about and examine some of the key issues that confront the modern world. It explores the relations between states; it allows you to compare countries and their cultures; and it enables you to reflect upon such important phenomena as globalisation and its impact on the contemporary world. You will develop important analytical and research skills, broaden your knowledge, and gain a sophisticated understanding of contemporary international affairs. The core modules are taught by faculty in the School which includes experts in international relations, European studies, the Middle East and other area studies. The programme is unique in that, apart from the compulsory core modules and a designated number of social science modules within the School, it allows students to experience a genuinely international and interdisciplinary programme of study.
Year 1 You will take three compulsory modules: Social and Political Theory; Introduction to Contemporary Politics; and Introduction to International Relations. You will select two modules from our School of Language, Linguistics and Translation Studies and a further module from a range that in previous years has included: Introduction to American Studies; Introduction to Anthropology; Economics and Society; Introduction to Modern History; Themes in Modern History; Issues and Controversies in Contemporary Spain; Discourse and Power; Introduction to Philosophy; Philosophical Perspectives; A Globalising World.
Year 2 You will take the compulsory module, International Politics Since 1945, and select two modules from a range that in previous years has included: America and Vietnam; Before King: The Struggle for Black Equality, 1895-1940; Gender and Development; Latin American Development; South Asian Development; Public Choice; Modern Germany; Modern Spain; The European Convention on Human Rights; Politics in the USA; Russian Politics; The Body and Society; European Media and the EU: News and Documentary; Culture and Society; Language and Politics; and many more. In addition, you may choose two approved free choice modules from other Schools across the University.
Year 3 You will choose your modules from a range of options which in previous years has included: The American Dream; Human Rights; Globalisation and Economic Development; The Rise and Fall of British Power; Race and Violence in 20th Century America; Public Art, Performance and Memory; Russia in Revolution 1905-1921; Politics of Foreign Policy: Castlereagh to Disraeli; Sex, Lies and Reputations; The Literature of World War I; Language, Gender and Sexual Identity; and many more listed

Some of the most important political debates are those about international relations. Is it right to intervene in the politics of other countries? How ought we to respond to the threat of global warming? Is America too powerful? How big a threat is international terrorism? What should be done to improve international security? How much power do multinational corporations have? Are global media institutions, such as CNN, shaping foreign policy? These are the sorts of questions that arise when studying a course such as International Relations and Politics. It allows you to think about and explore the causes of conflict – in the Middle East, for example – and to assess attempts to resolve it. This course, in short, gives you the opportunity to study those forces and issues which are shaping the contemporary world. Year 1 The first year is structured so as to ensure that study and other key skills are acquired to enable you to benefit most fully from the rest of the course. Firm foundations of knowledge are laid out in respect of political theory, government and international relations and modern history. Compulsory modules may include: Social and Political Theory; A Globalising World; Introduction to International Relations; and Introduction to Contemporary Politics. You will also choose from a range of options which may include: Introduction to American Studies; Economics and Society; Introduction to Modern History; Themes in Modern History; and Introduction to Philosophy. Year 2 The programme in the second and third year is designed to draw upon a range of modules in the areas of international relations and politics offered in the School of Political, Social and International Studies. You also have the opportunity to take relevant modules in the School of American Studies and the School of History. The second year modules, International Politics Since 1945, International Organisations, and Democratic Theory, are compulsory and are designed to provide a core foundation of knowledge of the international system since the Second World War and in the main traditions in the history of democratic thought. Otherwise in the second year, you choose, with the assistance of your adviser and the Programme Director, two optional modules in politics and one free choice module. These may include: Politics in the USA; Russian Politics; Modern Germany; Modern Spain; Britain and Europe; Terrorism; International Security and Conflict Resolution; Introduction to the European Union. Year 3 In the third year you may take a dissertation module where you can choose to research a subject relating to international relations and/or politics. This module includes some basic training in research methods and you also receive one-to-one individual supervision relating to your topics. You can also choose from a range of options which may include: Western Political Thought; Politics and Popular Culture; The Clash of Fundamentalisms; Policy-Making in Britain; Russia in Revolution 1905-1921; Politics of Foreign Policy: Castlereagh to Disraeli; Nationalism in Central Europe: The Habsburg Monarchy 1848-1914. See also the module list on page 227

Bachelor of Science with a major in International Business (INB)
First-Year 31
BAI
103L1
BUSINESS COMPUTING LABORATORY
1
BAI
150
BUSINESS EDUCATIONAL PLANNING
1
BAI
151
BUSINESS INTEGRATION EXPERIENCE
1
CMM
1102
GROUP DECISION MAKING
1
ENG
1013
COLLEGE COMPOSITION I
3
ENG
1023
COLLEGE COMPOSITION II
3
HST
103
THE WEST AND THE WORLD
3
MTH
1284
FINITE MATHEMATICS
3
MTH
129
CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS
3
PHL
103
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
3
REL
103
INTRODUCTION TO RELIGION
3
BAI
103L1
BUSINESS COMPUTING LABORATORY
1
BAI
150
BUSINESS EDUCATIONAL PLANNING
1
BAI
151
BUSINESS INTEGRATION EXPERIENCE
1
CMM
1102
GROUP DECISION MAKING
1
ENG
1013
COLLEGE COMPOSITION I
3
ENG
1023
COLLEGE COMPOSITION II
3
HST
103
THE WEST AND THE WORLD
3
MTH
1284
FINITE MATHEMATICS
3
MTH
129
CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS
3
PHL
103
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
3
REL
103
INTRODUCTION TO RELIGION
3
Physical and Life Science elective5 3
Social Science elective6 3
Sophomore-Year 32
ACC
207
INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
3
ACC
208
INTRODUCTION TO MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
3
CMM
1112
INFORMATIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING
1
CMM
1132
INTERVIEWING
1
DSC
210
STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS I
3
DSC
211
STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS II
3
ECO
203
PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
3
ECO
204
PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
3
MGT
201
LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS
3
ACC
207
INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
3
ACC
208
INTRODUCTION TO MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
3
CMM
1112
INFORMATIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING
1
CMM
1132
INTERVIEWING
1
DSC
210
STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS I
3
DSC
211
STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS II
3
ECO
203
PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
3
ECO
204
PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
3
MGT
201
LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS
3
Business Communication Requirement7 3
Physical and Life Science elective5 3
HST elective8 3
Junior-Year 30
ECO
460 or 461
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH (ECO 460)
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS (ECO 461)
3
FIN
301
INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
3
MGT
301
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
3
MGT
403 or 414
CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT (MGT 403)
MULTINATIONAL CORPORATE MANAGEMENT (MGT 414)
3
MIS
301
INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN ORGANIZATIONS
3
MKT
301
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
3
MKT
340 or 440
MULTICULTURAL MARKETING ANALYSIS (MKT 340)
GLOBAL MARKETING (MKT 440)
3
OPS
301
SURVEY OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
3
- - -
PHL 313 or REL 368
BUSINESS ETHICS (PHL 313)
CHRISTIAN ETHICS AND THE BUSINESS WORLD (REL 368)
3
ECO
460 or 461
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH (ECO 460)
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS (ECO 461)
3
FIN
301
INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
3
MGT
301
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
3
MGT
403 or 414
CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT (MGT 403)
MULTINATIONAL CORPORATE MANAGEMENT (MGT 414)
3
MIS
301
INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN ORGANIZATIONS
3
MKT
301
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
3
MKT
340 or 440
MULTICULTURAL MARKETING ANALYSIS (MKT 340)
GLOBAL MARKETING (MKT 440)
3
OPS
301
SURVEY OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
3
- - -
PHL 313 or REL 368
BUSINESS ETHICS (PHL 313)
CHRISTIAN ETHICS AND THE BUSINESS WORLD (REL 368)
3
General elective8 3
Senior-Year 30
FIN
450
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE
3
INB
450
SEMINAR IN CURRENT GLOBAL ISSUES
3
MGT
490
MANAGING THE ENTERPRISE
3
FIN
450
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE
3
INB
450
SEMINAR IN CURRENT GLOBAL ISSUES
3
MGT
490
MANAGING THE ENTERPRISE
3
General electives8 9
Arts Study elective8 3
PHL/REL elective8 3
INB elective 6
1
A proficiency test for BAI 103L is available for those with adequate background.2
2
CMM 110, 111 and 113 may be taken during different years than indicated here. Some academic majors recommend taking some of these courses during the junior year. See faculty advisor for other sequencing possibilities.3
3
Students placed in ENG 114 or 198 must take a three semester hour nonbusiness elective.4
4
MTH 102 is recommended to be taken before MATH 128 for students with insufficient knowledge of secondary mathematics. MTH 102 does not count toward minimum graduation requirement.5
5
SBA majors must complete six hours of physical and life sciences. Select from biology, chemistry, physics, or geology. Majors may complete two introductory courses from different disciplines. No lab is required.6
6
SBA majors must complete an additional social science course in ANT, CJS, POL, PSY, SOC, or SWK; in addition to completing ECO 203 and 204, and an economics elective.7
7
Students starting Fall 2005: Select from ENG 370, ENG 372, or ENG 378. Student enrolled before Fall 2005: Select from ENG 370, ENG 372, ENG 378, CMM 321, CMM 322, CMM 344, CMM 351, or CMM 420.8
8
A minimum of 54 semester hours of all academic work must be at the 300-400 level.

International Business
Providing a multidisciplinary education in the context of the global business environment, the international business program prepares graduates for success — whether continuing their education or entering the world market.

The major in international business gives students a very flexible degree program with a number of career preparation options including graduate work in international business, employment with an international company and positions in international departments of the U.S. government.

Students may also combine the major in international business with a major or minor in a functional area such as marketing or finance or they may choose to focus on an area of specialization by obtaining a minor in a language and taking relevant courses in the history and culture of that area.