Undergraduate

International Business

Engage in a variety of learning experiences designed to prepare you to function successfully in today’s global marketplace. With a combination of courses in business and the liberal arts – including history, languages, and social science – this interdisciplinary program gives you the business knowledge and cultural awareness you’ll need to work effectively in various settings with colleagues from diverse backgrounds

International Business Program

Program Tracks Available

Major, Minor


Admission Deadline

Early Decision: November 15
 
Early Action: November 15

Early Action II: December 15

Regular Decision: March 15 (Preferred status deadline)

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Degrees Offered

B.A.


School

Grenon School of Business


Department

Economics, Finance and International Business

Program Contact

Smriti Rao, Ph.D

Department Chair, Economics, Finance and International Business, Professor of Economics, Global Studies Program Director
508-767-7565 Tsotsis Family Academic Center - Room 229

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Program Curriculum

Faculty


Experiential Learning

Learn the Skills Employers Seek

Faculty/Student Research

The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.

Study Abroad

At Assumption University, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all.

Internships

Assumption career planning starts the day you arrive on campus. “Internship in Business” is a 3-credit seminar course in the Business Studies Department that is available to all business students. The course provides hands-on experience and training, networking and informational interviews with professionals, and assessment of your personal career strengths and interests. You will spend a minimum of 120 hours working in the field. During the weekly seminar, students discuss how organizational behavior and management concepts apply to their individual placements.

Assumption's Rome Campus

At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)

Explore the Rome Campus

Career Paths

A degree in international business enables student's to pursue careers in a variety of fields and locations around the globe.

Amazon

American Chamber of Commerce, Sydney, Australia

AstraZeneca

Barton Associates

Dunkin Brands

Fidelity

Hillview Equipment

Interac Co., Ltd., Tokoyo

Novartis

Pfizer

Rand-Whitney

Santander Bank

Travelers Insurance

Keridan Harrington

International Business 2019
Program Assistant, United Nations Association (UNA-NCA)

Assumption has a lot to offer if you are willing to try new things!

Assumption’s interdisciplinary course requirements have made me well versed in a variety of subjects that I will continue to apply and develop over the course of my career. Take advantage of all opportunities as they are presented.
Rahsaan Akbar

International Business 2019
Account Analyst, Lockton Companies

The Assumption community is very supportive and wants you to be just as successful as you want to be

Assumption prepared me for the roller coaster that’s life and helped me find my courage. I’ve learned things don’t always go as planned, but these experiences only helped me reflect on what I could improve on and how I could grow and become the best version of myself.
Gabriela Rosa

International Business 2017
Operations Manager, Amazon

My professors at Assumption challenged me to think critically to solve problems.

After working on various group projects, I learned the importance of listening and working as a team. Working with people has always been a passion of mine and a big part of my job at Amazon is motivating, mentoring and coaching my team. I feel well prepared for my career.

Shining their light

Keridan Harrington

International Business 2019
Program Assistant, United Nations Association (UNA-NCA)

Assumption has a lot to offer if you are willing to try new things!

Assumption’s interdisciplinary course requirements have made me well versed in a variety of subjects that I will continue to apply and develop over the course of my career. Take advantage of all opportunities as they are presented.
Rahsaan Akbar

International Business 2019
Account Analyst, Lockton Companies

The Assumption community is very supportive and wants you to be just as successful as you want to be

Assumption prepared me for the roller coaster that’s life and helped me find my courage. I’ve learned things don’t always go as planned, but these experiences only helped me reflect on what I could improve on and how I could grow and become the best version of myself.
Gabriela Rosa

International Business 2017
Operations Manager, Amazon

My professors at Assumption challenged me to think critically to solve problems.

After working on various group projects, I learned the importance of listening and working as a team. Working with people has always been a passion of mine and a big part of my job at Amazon is motivating, mentoring and coaching my team. I feel well prepared for my career.
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Accelerated BA/MBA Dual Degree Program

Apply as a high school senior into the dual degree program with one application and benefit from being considered for a $2,500 Assumption Business Leader Scholarship (per year for 5 years), special programming, and the ability to take up to two MBA courses during your senior year.  We offer two tracks to choose from: Management and CPA (for accounting majors only). Learn more about all of the University's dual degree offerings.

Accelerated BA/MBA Dual Degree Program

Careers and Graduate Schools

The international business major provides students with a solid business background in accounting, marketing, and other topics, and in-depth study of international management, business strategy, Asian business practices, modern Europe, or the study of international relations. This foundation enables them to pursue an international business career in a variety of fields and locations around the globe. Assumption’s international business program is also excellent preparation for graduate business school or law school.

 


Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Business Program are qualified for career opportunities in domestic and foreign organizations:

  • Management
  • Behavior and Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Marketing Research
  • Product Management
  • Advertising
  • Government Agencies 

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