About Our Program

The International Business Program provides an introduction to the central aspects of international business. Topics include the economic, political and social environments in which we operate; how international activities alter the strategies for success in management tasks of planning, marketing, finance, law and personnel; and the principles associated with the international exchange of goods, services and investments. Unique applied short courses are offered in the spring in international business law and basics of importing and exporting.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

1. Explain general management functions, roles and responsibilities required to effectively manage today's contemporary organizations.
2. Recognize the ethical issues facing managers and apply decision-making techniques and ethical reasoning to resolve 21st century ethical dilemmas.
3. Work effectively in teams and appreciate the meaning of mutual responsibility.
4. Access and interpret information, respond and adapt to a dynamic business environment, make complex decisions, solve problems, and evaluate outcomes.

Department Offices

Division: Business Education
Department Chair: Julie Ann Brown | Office: BC-219 |  Phone: 805-730-2508
Dean: Carola Smith | Office: BC-216 | Phone: 805-730-4043
Administrative Assistant: Grace Twedt | Office: BC-215 | Phone: 805-730-8749