Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business
High Point University’s International Business Program places emphases on international business and economics, foreign language study and global courses including political geography and international relations. Students are encouraged to take compatible courses in business administration, economics, the humanities and social sciences to expand a global understanding of related issues.
Why is Business a Top Program?
- Students enjoy strong job placement rates
- Skills acquired in business are useful in all career fields
- The Center for Entrepreneurship allows students to access experienced entrepreneurs and investors
- The Professional Selling Program showcases student talent to top corporations
- Students may combine business curriculum with world language and cultural studies in Chinese, French, Italian and Spanish
- Students learn how to be professional and career-ready
- The W. Allen Tilley Trading Room enables practical finance experience
- Students have an opportunity to earn a 4 + 1 MBA
- Accounting majors have multiple opportunities to intern with local, regional, and Big 4 accounting firms
Opportunities for Experiential Learning
- Involvement with the High Point Business Community
- Truist Leadership Institute Certification
- The Investment Club, investing real dollars in markets
- Study abroad global business courses
- Working and learning at the High Point International Home Furnishings Market
Student Clubs and Organizations
- Accounting Club
- Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity
- Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society
- Entrepreneurship Club (E-Club)
- Healthcare Management Club
- Floyd T. Craven Investment Club
- National Retail Federation Student Association
- PSB Selling Club
- Real Estate Club
- Sigma Nu Tau Entrepreneurship Honor Society
Why Should I Major in International Business at HPU?
The International Business major emphasizes international business, international economics and other global courses, combined with in-depth language study in Chinese, French, Italian or Spanish. The International Business program is conducted in cooperation with the Modern Foreign Languages Department. Our curriculum seeks to prepare international business graduates culturally, socially and professionally for this rapidly expanding field of employment in the global economy.
A Focused Curriculum
Key skills emphasized in the international business major include written and oral communication, marketing, teamwork, second language ability, cultural diversity and world geography. Today’s jobs require professionals to think and act globally. An international business education with second language proficiency is essential for success in the current marketplaces.
What Can I Do With an International Business Degree?
- Arbitrator
- Business development manager
- Data analyst
- External auditor
- Financial trader
- Human resources officer
- Marketing executive
- Sales executive
- Supply chain manager
https://www.highpoint.edu/internationalbusiness/