What is International Business?
Today’s markets are more interdependent and global than ever before. Assumption’s international business program offers core business courses complemented by Assumption’s strong offerings in the liberal arts, which extend from languages and literature to geography, philosophy, and political science. This valuable combination helps students gain the intense business knowledge and broad cultural awareness they need to work effectively in various environments with colleagues of diverse backgrounds. Other opportunities like study abroad and internships, make this program an exciting study option.
Why Study International Business at Assumption?
This degree is designed to provide students with a particularly wide variety of learning experiences designed to prepare them to function successfully in global environments. Students in this program need to understand the history, language, and practices of other cultures. Along with a strong foundation of business courses, this major draws upon the strengths of related liberal arts disciplines such as foreign language, literature, history, geography, philosophy, political science, and theology.
Smriti Rao, Ph.D
Faculty
Experiential Learning
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?)
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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 Grenon School of Business 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.Career Paths
Graduates of the International Business Program are qualified for career opportunities in domestic and foreign organizations:
Management Behavior
Finance
Human Resources
Marketing and Sales
Marketing Research
Product Management
Advertising
Government Agencies
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.”
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. ”
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