Certificate in International Business

Download: Application for Certificate in International Business

The Certificate in International Business is an innovative undergraduate program which offers the opportunity to establish an international business and culture knowledge base which will prepare you to meet global business challenges. With careful planning, the 18 semester hours required for the certificate can be completed within the 120 hours of the undergraduate business curriculum. The Certificate program requires:

International Culture:
Six semester hours of non-business international courses.

Or

Foreign Language:
Six semester hours of university level foreign language (credit by exam is not acceptable).

And

International Business:
Twelve semester hours of business international courses (3 hours must be in your major - except for INFO majors).

An International Experience:
A study abroad experience or an internship abroad.

Students interested in pursuing the Certificate in International Business should make an appointment with an academic advisor in the UPO, 238 Wehner.

Steps to Receiving the Certificate:
1. Apply as early as your freshman year in the UPO, 238 Wehner.

2. Plan ahead to schedule appropriate classes. You are responsible for acquiring the specific course work and the international experience.

3. In your graduating semester, file for the Certificate. You can download the document or obtain a copy from the UPO. Return the completed form to the UPO, 238 Wehner.