UMUC Europe :: International Business Management

The international business management minor complements the skills the student gains in his or her major discipline by presenting the basic concepts, theories, policies, and practices that support the institutional, environmental, functional, and strategic framework for conducting global business transactions.

Objectives

The student who graduates with a minor in international business management will be able to

Identify, define, and comprehend key concepts, theories, and issues associated with global business transactions.
Assess the impact of national social systems on international business and the dynamic interrelationships between the domestic and international environments.
Demonstrate an understanding of the roles of government, multinational corporations, global institutions, and regional organizations in international business transactions, including trade, foreign investment, and economic development.
Identify and analyze global strategic issues and decisions based on case analysis.
Demonstrate critical-thinking, analytic, and effective communication and writing skills through case analyses, research, and presentations.
Apply skills to conduct research on topics of relevant interest using appropriate resources that enhance information literacy and technical competency.

Requirements for the Minor

A minor in international business management requires the completion of 15 credits of coursework in international business management.

Students must take one of the following courses:
BMGT 392 Global Business Management
BMGT 454 The Global Manager and Public Policy
BMGT 456 Multinational Management
Students may choose remaining courses from the following:
BMGT 407 Global Commerce
BMGT 437 International Business Law
FINC 460 International Finance
MRKT 454 Global Marketing

At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Courses may not duplicate those used to meet the requirements for the major. Prerequisites apply for all courses.

For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, students should refer to their major and Bachelor’s Degrees.

Information based on the UMUC Europe Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2009. (pdf 4.9MB)

Last updated: 14 August 2008