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International Business Concentration - Business Administration

The Business Administration major with concentration in International Business at Grand View University provides excellent preparation for students interested in careers involving the coordination of human and material resources toward the achievement of the international goals of the organization. In addition, international business requires special skills to adapt management methods to the needs of foreign environments.

As globalization persists, people who can conduct international business are vital to organizations now more than ever before. With the international administration concentration, you will gain the valuable skills global companies are seeking. Often combining training in language and in other business areas, you will learn to manage business relationships across borders in a variety of capacities.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate Programs

Program Type:

Concentration

Format:

Full Time/Part Time, In-Person, Online

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Why Grand View?

  • Personal attention from faculty with real world business experience and expertise
  • Powerful internship program to gain real world experience
  • Rigorous academic preparation
  • Ability to customize your degree to fit your career goals
  • Available completely online!

Student Testimonials

Dr. Alec Zama

“Alec Zama has always pushed me to do my best. When needing help, he always goes out of his way to find the resources to help me. Every time I receive an accomplishment, he ensures to recognize it by sending a quick "congratulations" email. He is one of my go-to persons.” - Magda Almendarez

Dr. David Hannum

“Dr. Hannum reached out to me when I reached a low point in the semester, with life throwing many curve balls and the pressure got overwhelming and so intense, I was going to quit. Dr. Hannum emailed, texted and reached out to me to encourage me to take one bite at a time and that there are opportunities to finish strong. Even the strongest have weaknesses. I am so grateful for his encouraging words of wisdom and showing me that he really cared as a person. I will forever remember the impact he made on my education and my choices of hanging in there. Today, I know I am still a student through hard work, determination to not let go of a dream and encouragement from Dr. Hannum. He really has made a difference in my life. Thank you. The entire staff was willing to work with my situation. Grand View University really cares about their students.” - Regina King

Program Details

This concentration is intended to prepare students for administrative positions in international divisions of American companies, careers in the national or international government agencies concerned with international trade development, and the establishment of international businesses and careers in commercial and investment banking.

Course Requirements (15-16 credits)
BSAD 317
 International Marketing
 3 credits
BSAD 331
 International Management
 3 credits
ECON 415
 International Finance
 3 credits
POLS 361 or
POLS 370
 Comparative Politics or
International Politics
 3 credits
Take one foreign language course (earn a C or better) or Complete a semester-long study abroad program (submit paper and have department approval) or Non-native English speakers will take MLAN 311 or another foreign language course (with departmental approval)
 3-4 credits

1125

The concentration is intended to prepare students for administrative positions in international divisions of American companies, careers in the national or international government agencies concerned with international trade development, and the establishment of international businesses and careers in commercial and investment banking.

Tuition & Scholarships

At Grand View University, your tuition supports instruction delivered by knowledgeable and experienced faculty who uphold our tradition of exceptional teaching. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering a high-quality education at the most affordable cost.

Transfer Credits

No matter what major you’re thinking about, you may be able to transfer in as many as 75 credits from a community college or junior college. If you have an A.A. or A.A.S. from an Iowa community college, you will be automatically admitted at junior status.

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Career Options

Many job opportunities exist for international business degree holders. Possible job titles include:

  • Financial analyst
  • Stock broker
  • Product manager
  • Economist
  • Consultant foreign exchange trader
  • Foreign service officer
  • Trade specialist
  • Import / export coordinator
  • Lawyer
  • Marketing manager
  • Public relations specialist
  • Advertising executive
  • Human resources / human capital management

Sample Internship Opportunities

  • Foreign companies operating in the United States (e.g., Chanel, Airbus)
  • Government Agencies (e.g., U.S. Department of Commerce, State, Treasury)
  • Government Relations (e.g., Council on Foreign Relations)
  • International Banks (e.g., World Bank, Export-Import Bank, International Finance Corporation)
  • Multinational corporations (e.g., Viacom, L’Oreal, Hilton, Ogilvy & Mather, Saatchi & Saatchi, Disney, Goldman Sachs)
  • Nonprofit Organizations (e.g., Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International)

News

Grand View Student Recognized as Distinguished Attendee at CFA Society Iowa’s 60th Anniversary Dinner

April 28, 2025
Dr. Ryan Anderson, Board Certified Career Coach

February 17, 2025

Faculty

Dr. Oscar Aguilar
Dr. Oscar Aguilar

Associate Professor of Analytics
Marsha Aldridge

Lecturer of Business Administration
Susan Andersen

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Ryan Anderson
Dr. Ryan Anderson

Professor of Business Administration
Tom Annis
Thomas Annis

Lecturer of Finance
Hamid Awan

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Kip Bottenfield
Dr. Kip Bottenfield

Professor of Business Admin
Dr. Scott Bull
Dr. Scott Bull

Associate Professor of Business Administration
Edward Bull

Lecturer of Business Administration
Benjamin Canham

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Terri Deems

Lecturer of Business Administration
Laura Eaton
Laura Eaton

Lecturer of Business Administration
Sarah Engquist

Lecturer of Business Administration
Brenda Gill

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. David Hannum
Dr. David Hannum

Lecturer of Business Administration
James Henscheid

Lecturer
Mark Hicks

Volunteer
Shelley Hill

Administrative Assistant
Sandra Jennings-Hammond

Lecturer of Business Administration
Marquis Jones

Lecturer of Business
Kayleigh Jones

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Shannon Juergens
Dr. Shannon Juergens

Professor of Business Administration & Dept Chair
Dashle Kelley

Assistant Professor of Finance
Laura Kinnard

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jeff Knight

Lecturer of Business Administration
Paul Leavenworth
Paul Leavenworth

Lecturer of Business Administration
Bonnie Leonhardt

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jacob Lovell

Lecturer of Business Administration
Emina Machovsky

Lecturer of Business Administration
Randy Mead

Lecturer of Business Administration
Mike Miller

Lecturer of Business Administration
Doug Mitchell
Doug Mitchell

Instructor of Analytics
Roger Nowadzky
Roger Nowadzky

Lecturer of Business Administration
John Peterson

Lecturer of Business Administration
Renee Pile

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jordan Prantner

Lecturer of Business Administration
Anna Quanbeck

Lecturer of Business
Casey Randles

Lecturer - Sports Management
John Savoia

Lecturer of Business
Bradley Smerage

Lecturer of Business Administration
Levi Stacey

Lecturer of Business Administration
Thomas Turner

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dmitry Yarushkin
Dmitry Yarushkin

Professor of Practice of Business Administration, Level III
Dr. Alec Zama
Dr. Alec Zama

Professor of Business Admin/Econ

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