International Business MBA Online

Global companies are continuing to expand internationally to promote and sell their goods and services, which creates greater demand for professionals with the specialized skills and knowledge to do business in other countries and cultures. Benedictine University's MBA in International Business will prepare you for the fast-paced world of global commerce with a focus on the socio-economic, cultural, political and technological factors that affect worldwide operations.

Your online MBA International Business degree can contribute to your success in a global business environment working for multinational corporations, non-governmental organizations, non-profits and government agencies. With your understanding of multicultural values and norms and knowledge of international trade and finance, you'll be positioned to overcome potential barriers and open doors to doing business in foreign markets.

Online International Business MBA Curriculum

The International Business concentration offers three concentration-specific courses in addition to your foundation and managerial coursework, for a total of 64 credit-hours:

  • MBA 687 Multicultural Management: This course will focus on developing the cultural skills and sensitivity required to effectively manage a diverse workforce. You will also learn strategies for adapting to another country's business practices and cultural environment.
  • MBA 686 International Marketing: In this course, you will learn how to apply marketing principles and concepts across national borders by examining several key variables of the international environment, such as competition, politics, laws and consumer behavior.
  • MBA 619 International Economics and Finance: You will learn about modern theories of international trade and current issues in selected areas of international finance. Topics include the theory of comparative advantage, balance of payments, international monetary systems, foreign exchange markets, international parity conditions, hedging tools and techniques and foreign investment.

Why Choose Benedictine's Online MBA in International Business?

By earning your MBA in International Business online at Benedictine, you can take advantage of all the benefits Benedictine University provides, such as:

  • Personal attention and interaction, including access to dedicated advisors
  • A degree from a top-tier, private university with a tradition of academic excellence for more than 120 years
  • Classes that are fully online so you can schedule your coursework according to your personal and professional commitments

Have questions about whether the International Business concentration is right for you? Request more information today or call (866) 295-3104 today to speak to an Admissions Advisor.