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Semester-Long Practicums

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International Business at
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The International Business program at St. Mary’s University develops students’ abilities to navigate business in increasingly internationally linked environments. Topics include global supply chain management, global sourcing of products and services, political challenges of multinational corporations, managing operations across countries, strategies to enter different international markets and international marketing.

International Business majors develop a comprehensive understanding of management functions, strategies and practices of companies operating in international markets.

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Program of Study

Students pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in International Business. In addition to international business courses, students take courses from the St. Mary’s Core Curriculum and the Greehey School of Business School-Specific Core. This program requires a minimum of 33 credit hours within the International Business major.

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  • Experiential Learning

    St. Mary’s offers a 120-credit-hour bachelor’s degree in International Business:

    Students will take part in two semester-long practicums, working with real companies on real projects. These may include an internationally focused internship, consulting project, exchange program, academic research project or other options. Students will be exposed to different cultures and languages through study abroad programs and develop proficiency in a foreign language.

  • Courses

    Highlighted courses include:

    • Global Social Media Marketing
    • Global Supply Chain Management
    • International Business Practicums
    • International Finance
    • International Management
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What can I do with a degree in International Business?

International Business students have the option to participate in internationally focused internships, consulting projects, study abroad programs with or without an internship component, international case and business plan competitions, service-learning projects, intensive language programs, English as a Second language (ESL) programs and research projects. This leads to many career opportunities.

Internship Opportunities

Students in the International Business program have obtained internships and job opportunities in organizations such as:

  • H.E.B. Global Sourcing
  • IBM
  • Proctor & Gamble
  • Universal Pictures International
  • World Affairs Council of San Antonio

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Business program are employed in jobs roles such as:

  • Business development director
  • Export manager
  • Foreign exchange trader
  • Global business consultant
  • Government trade advisor
  • International business analyst
  • Supply chain manager
  • International marketing manager

Outside the Classroom

Professional Development

Students in the International Business program participate in international case competitions such as the Network of International Business Schools (NIBS) Worldwide Case Competition, serve as interns for international companies, study abroad to gain valuable international business insights, work on international projects for companies, attend presentations by international business leaders across the globe, go on company visits, and engage in service-learning projects.

Student Clubs and Organizations

The Greehey School of Business offers a number of clubs and organizations to students majoring in business, including the International Business Association, which enhances students’ knowledge of the global business arena.

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Colleges of Distinction Recognition

St. Mary’s University has earned the 2024-2025 Colleges of Distinction International Recognition, celebrating our commitment to supporting international students with tailored resources and services at every stage of their academic journey. This honor highlights our dedication to enriching the student experience through initiatives like International Student and Scholar Services, financial aid options, campus support and health resources, empowering students to thrive personally, academically and professionally in a new cultural environment.

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