IB 3000. Introduction to International Business. 3 Hours.
Prerequisite: Completion of 45 credit hours. An evaluation of country risks, distinguishing between different foreign business structures and practices, and critically evaluation cultural distinctions and their effects on individuals.
IB 3600. International Business and Culture. 3 Hours.
Cross-cultural experience through study abroad. Classroom topics include business practices, historical background, and social and cultural norms of the chosen country. In-country experiences include visits of companies, places of historical significance, and places of cultural significance. This course may be repeated once for credit in a different country,.
IB 4810. Special Topics in International Business. 3 Hours.
Prerequisites: IB 3000 with a grade of "C" or better and at least one international course from ECON, FIN, MGNT, or MKTG with a grade of "C" or better. A study of specific topics in the field of international business. May be repeated only once for additional credit, with prior approval of advisor and department head if different topics, are covered in the subsequent course.
IB 4900. International Business Strategies. 3 Hours.
Prerequisite: IB 3000 with a grade of "C" or better. A study of concepts into the function of international business. Analysis of international business situations, diagnosis of international business challenges and opportunities, and application of functional and strategic concepts to increase organizational effectiveness on the international scale.
IB 4980. International Business Internship. 3 Hours.
Prerequisites: Faculty approval. Graded "Satisfactory" or "Unsatisfactory". The application of skills related to the academic discipline of management in an employment situation. A written reflection and an employer evaluation is required. The internship can be taken only once.
IB 4990. Directed Study in International Business. 3 Hours.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and IB 3000 with a grade of "C" or better and at least one international related course from: Economics or Finance or Management or Marketing with a grade of "C" or better. Study of specific topics in field of international business. Directed research or readings project/topic to be assigned by the faculty. Proper form must be completed and submitted to the Department Head prior to the last day of the Drop/Add period. The course may be taken only once for course credit.
