International Business and Culture

Our cutting-edge interdisciplinary major in International Business and Culture emphasizes the deep connection between business and culture. If you’re aiming for a career with an international company, domestically or internationally, this major offers a strong foundation. With robust language programs in Spanish, French, German, and Japanese, you’ll have numerous study abroad options. Despite only about 1% of college students studying abroad, understanding the global marketplace remains a top priority for most companies. Notably, the fastest-growing major cities globally are predominantly outside the United States—only Mexico City is in North America.

Program Requirements

Degree Options

Major: 60 Total Credit Hours
Track:
French
Spanish
Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Careers

Public Policy, Trade Analyst

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Student Testimonials

“My degree in the field (with an emphasis in Japanese) provided me great leverage in obtaining my job, as I was able to differentiate myself from other Business Majors right on top of my resume. On the job, I work with people all around the world, obtaining information and developing processes. Understanding their culture and mannerisms facilitates a more respectful relationship and drives higher results.” — Brittany McGurran ’10

Faculty & Contact

Connect with the faculty who teach and mentor International Business and Culture students.

JoAnn Ackerman

Lecturer of Business and Economics

B.S., Montclair State University
M.S., Florida International University
M.B.A., Nova Southeastern University

Frank Billingsley

Professor of Business Administration

B.A., Ohio Dominican University
M.A., Vrije Universiteit Brussel
M.A., Boston University
M.A., California Coast University
Ph.D. Walden University

Abraham Prades

Associate Professor of Spanish

B.A., Universidad Complutense de Madrid
M.A., University of Kentucky
Ph.D., University of Kentucky

Tiffany Schuster

Associate Professor of Business Administration and Economics

B.S.B.A., University of Louisville
M.B.A., Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.A., University of Phoenix
DBA, Liberty University

Scott J. Takacs

Professor of Business Administration and Economics

B.S., Ohio State University; M.B.A.
M.B.A., Miami University, Ohio
Ph.D., Florida State University

Daniel Vazzana

Associate Professor of Business Administration and Economics

B.A., Loyola College
M.S., Purdue University
Ph.D., Purdue University

Ben Woodruff

Assistant Professor of Business and Economics

B.S., Excelsior College
M.A., The University of Alabama
M.B.A, The University of Alabama
M.S., The University of Alabama
Ph.D., The University of Alabama