International Business

Description

The Bachelor of Science in International Business prepares students for assuming a managerial position in any American or foreign multinational firm, developing one's own business abroad, and working for international governments and agencies.

Since this major attracts many students from abroad, it provides students with an opportunity to develop multicultural sensitivity and international contacts. The Bachelor's Degree in International Business is recommended for those students who expect to travel abroad or live in foreign environments. Students in this major are required to achieve proficiency in at least one foreign language before completion of the degree.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the economic, cultural, legal and political issues associated with international business
• Acquire the broad discipline knowledge that are basic to international business enterprises
• Develop cultural sensitivity and effective communication skills that enable them to communicate with others from diverse backgrounds
• Acquire the skills necessary to pursue entry level positions in an American or foreign multinational firm, develop one’s own business abroad, or work for international governments or agencies

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline July 1 is the last date to apply for the Fall Semester which begins late August/early September;November 1 is the last date to apply for the Spring Semester which begins mid-January Tuition fee

• USD 30965 Year (National)
• USD 30965 Year (International)

Start date September 2015 Credits 120
Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

All courses are 3 credits.

FIRST SEMESTER

• Acct 101 Principles of Accounting I
• Eng C101 Composition& Rhetoric I
• Math C105 Intermediate Algebra
• FYS 101 First Year Seminar
• CAIS 191 Computer Concepts

SECOND SEMESTER

• Acct 102 Principles of Accounting II
• Eng 202 Advanced Composition (for Business)
• CAIS 101 Statistics
• Sci Natural Science Core
• Free Elective

THIRD SEMESTER

• Econ 201 Principles of Economics – Macro
• CAIS 102 Applied Statistics
• SoSc Social Science Core
• FA Fine Arts Core
• Acct 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting

FOURTH SEMESTER

• Econ 202 Principles of Economics – Micro
• CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS
• Law 251 Business Law I
• Sci Natural Sciences Core
• SoSc Social Sciences Core

FIFTH SEMESTER

• Fin 309 Managerial Finance
• Mktg 305 Principles of Marketing
• Mgmt 301 Operations Management
• Hum Humanities Core
• Free Elective

SIXTH SEMESTER

• Fin 380 Multinational Finance
• Mktg 342 Multinational Marketing
• Mgmt 302 Multiculture Management
• Hum Humanities Core
• Free Elective

SEVENTH SEMESTER

• Fin 321 Investment Principles
• BuAd 382 Senior Project/Internship
• Major Elective
• Major Elective
• Free Elective

EIGHTH SEMESTER

• Mgmt 350 Business Policy and Strategy
• Caps C390 Capstone Seminar
• Major Elective
• Major Elective
• Free Elective

Total Credits: 120 Credits

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL paper-based test score : 500 TOEFL iBT® test : 61

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test.

Requirements

You can demonstrate proof of English Language competency by meeting any one of the criteria listed below:

1. A letter certifying completion of level 6 at the University’s English Language Institute (ELI).
Attainment of a satisfactory score on the University of Bridgeport’s English Language Assessment Battery (ELAB).

2. A minimum TOEFL score of 500 (PBT), 173 (CBT), or 61 (IBT) for undergraduates and a minimum score of 550 (PBT), 213 (CBT), or 80 (IBT) for graduates (post-graduates).

3. A minimum IELTS (Cambridge Testing) Band score of 6.0 for Undergraduates and a minimum Band score of 6.5 for graduates (post-graduates).

4. A transcript from an accredited American university indicating a grade of “C” or better in one semester of college English Composition.

5. Critical Reading SAT score of 400 or above; or ACT English score of 19 or above.

6.An official letter certifying completion of ELS (English Language Service) through level 112.

7.An official letter certifying completion of CSE (The Center for English Studies) through level 7.5.

8. A Michigan English Assessment Battery (MELAB) score of 69 or above for undergraduates and score of 77 or above for graduates.

9. A Prueba de Aptitud Academica (PAA) English achievement score of 500 or above.

10. A level of “Advanced” on the English Language Proficiency Test of the College Board.

11. An official “O” level or “A” level Certificate indicating a grade of “C” or better in English.

12. An EIKEN score of Grade 2A or above for undergraduates and a score of Grade Pre-1 or above for graduates.

13. A score of 4 or better on the “English A” Higher Level examination in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

14. WAEC, WASSE, CXC, etc. – Score of “C” or better on English Language exam.

15. A minimum Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 44 for undergraduates and a minimum PTE Academic score of 53 for graduates (post-graduates).

You must demonstrate English language competency in one of the ways listed above. If you don’t demonstrate English language competency in one of these ways prior to registration, you will be given the University English Language Assessment Battery (ELAB) test upon arrival. If you pass at a satisfactory level, you may begin classes.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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