St. John's University

What you'll study

The programme builds from a foundation of core business disciplines — accounting, finance, marketing, statistics and management — into specialised international business topics. Teaching blends classroom lectures, case studies, group projects and real-world assignments.

• Core business foundations: financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance, principles of marketing, business statistics and organisational behaviour.
• International specialisms: international trade and global economic environment, international marketing, cross-cultural management, global strategic management and international business law.
• Finance and operations: international finance and currency risk, global supply chain management, logistics and operations in a global context.
• Experiential components: internship placement with multinational or NYC-based firms, industry projects, and opportunities for study abroad or exchange to gain regional experience.
• Capstone and electives: a senior capstone or strategy course integrating international business issues, plus electives such as emerging markets, sustainable global business, digital international marketing and foreign language study.

Entry requirements

Admission is based on a complete secondary-school record demonstrating academic readiness for university-level business study. Typical applicants hold a recognised high-school diploma with strong performance in quantitative subjects; evidence of English language proficiency is required for applicants whose first language is not English.

• Completed secondary education with transcripts showing steady academic achievement.
• Preparation in mathematics or quantitative subjects is strongly recommended.
• Proof of English language proficiency (for non-native speakers), demonstrated through an approved test or other institutional measures.
• Supplementary materials such as a personal statement and one or more academic or professional references may be requested to assess fit and motivation for international business.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a broad range of global careers across industry, government and non-profit sectors. The degree emphasises transferable skills — analysis, communication, cross-cultural teamwork and problem solving — that employers seek in international contexts.

• Roles in multinational corporations: international marketing coordinator, global account manager, business development analyst.
• Finance and trade positions: international finance analyst, export/import specialist, trade compliance officer.
• Supply chain and operations: global logistics analyst, procurement specialist, supply chain planner.
• Advisory and public sectors: management consultant focusing on cross-border strategy, economic development roles, positions in international organisations and NGOs.
• Entrepreneurship and startups seeking expansion into overseas markets.

Why study at St. John's University

St. John's provides a business education rooted in practical experience and proximity to global business activity. The Tobin College of Business offers industry-informed courses, connections with New York City employers and a network of alumni working in international roles.

• Location: close access to multinational firms, financial institutions and international organisations in New York City for internships and employer engagement.
• Applied learning: strong emphasis on internships, consulting projects and experiential coursework that link theory to workplace demands.
• Global opportunities: structured study-abroad and exchange programmes and partnerships that allow students to gain regional expertise and language skills.
• Student support: dedicated career services, mentoring and professional development workshops tailored to business and international career paths.