Minor Requirements: International Business
International Business Minor Requirements
The Undergraduate College: Traditional, On Campus
The Undergraduate College International Business program offers a minor that requires 18 credits (6 courses) available with the Major of your choice:
Minor Courses: 18 credits (6 courses).Â
Under certain conditions, a student may have a minor field designated on their Rosemont transcript. Candidates for the minor must select 21-24 credits above the introductory level in a discipline. These courses are chosen from the Academic Offerings section of the catalog for approved minors. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 in the minor is required. Discuss with your advisor.
International Business Minor Courses (18 Credits)
ACC 0100: Financial Accounting I
Prerequisite: None
An introduction to the theory and fundamental concepts of the financial reporting process in modern business organizations. The course focuses on the accrual method of accounting and an introduction to GAAP theory.
Topics covered include analyzing and recording business transactions, periodic determination of income and financial position, and preparation and understanding of financial statements.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
BUS 0180: Intro to International Business
Prerequisite: None
The course introduces the environment of international business; an examination of the international organizations, the international monetary system and their impact on business; a focus on the uncontrollable forces within the foreign environment; and illustrations and examples of their effects on business practice.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
BUS 0205: Organizational Theory of Management
Prerequisite: Sophomore status or above.
A course providing a conceptual framework for planning, organizing, leading, and controlling through an examination of the theories and principles of management. Emphasis will be on group dynamics, motivation, communication, leadership, and conflict resolution and their application in the work environment.
BUS 0425: Fundamentals of Export Import Operations
Prerequisite: None
Fundamentals of Export-Import Operations is designed to provide students with practical knowledge and skills for a career in international business operations. The course will focus on the nature of export-import businesses, international trade regulations, and international trade strategies.
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
BUS 0360: International Finance
Prerequisite:Â BUS 0305
The course addresses the key issues facing companies operating in foreign countries. The two broad themes are risks created by currency exchange rates and the sources, costs and risks of obtaining financing in the foreign capital markets. Other topics include changes in government policies, economic and political risks and the role of international banks.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
BUS 0365: International Marketing
Prerequisite:Â BUS 0350Â
The course provides an introduction to the challenges and scope of international marketing. Students will learn how to assess international marketing opportunities and avoid threats by studying the cultural, political and economic environment of global markets; and finally learn to develop international marketing strategies.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
ECO 0105: Introduction to Macroeconomics
ECO 0106: Introduction to Microeconomics
Prerequisite: None
An introduction to the economic theories which explain the workings of the marketplace in a capitalist system. Topics include the behavior of consumers, businesses, the public sector, labor market, discrimination, poverty, and pollution.
Course emphasizes techniques of analysis that will continue to be useful in comprehending a changing economic world. No co-requisite. Business students should register for this section of Microeconomics.
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