University of Findlay

What you'll study

The International Business programme balances foundational business disciplines with international perspectives. You will take core courses in accounting, finance, marketing, management and business law, alongside specialised courses addressing global trade, international finance, cross-cultural management and international marketing. Typical modules include:

• Principles of Management and Marketing — fundamentals of organisational behaviour and marketing strategy.
• International Economics — trade theory, exchange rates and policy impacts on business.
• Global Supply Chain and Logistics — international distribution, customs, and transportation management.
• International Finance — currency risk, financing trade and multinational capital budgeting.
• Cross-Cultural Communication — cultural dimensions, negotiation and leadership across cultures.
• International Business Law and Ethics — contracts, trade regulation and compliance issues.
• Business Research and Data Analysis — quantitative methods and decision-making tools for global business problems.
• Capstone/Consulting Project — a practical, team-based project for an external client or a simulated multinational challenge.

Students are encouraged to combine language study (for example Spanish or other languages offered by the university), regional studies and elective courses in entrepreneurship or sustainability. The programme emphasises experiential learning: internships with international companies, faculty-led study abroad options and applied projects are integrated into the curriculum to develop practical skills.

Entry requirements

Admission to the bachelor’s programme requires a secondary school diploma or equivalent. Applicants should demonstrate readiness for college-level work; successful applicants typically present solid grades in English and mathematics. The university accepts transfer students with college credits and evaluates prior coursework for exemption from introductory classes.

Standard application materials include transcripts, a personal statement and recommendation(s). Standardised tests may be optional depending on the applicant’s preparation and the institution’s admission policies. International applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency (for example, recognised test scores or prior education in English) unless exempt under university rules.

Career prospects

Graduates with a degree in International Business enter a wide range of roles in global commerce, government and non-profit sectors. Common career paths include:

• International marketing and product management
• Export/import operations and trade compliance
• Global supply chain and logistics coordination
• Business development and sales for multinational firms
• Financial analyst roles focused on international markets
• Consultancy, management trainee schemes and entrepreneurship with an international focus

Career services at the university help students secure internships and placements with firms in manufacturing, logistics, freight forwarding, financial services and export-oriented businesses. Graduates also pursue postgraduate study in business, international relations or law.

Why study at University of Findlay

The University of Findlay offers a supportive learning environment with small class sizes and accessible faculty who bring professional and international experience into the classroom. The programme’s emphasis on experiential learning means students gain practical skills through internships, applied projects and study abroad opportunities that build real-world competence.

Students benefit from connections to regional and national employers, campus career services and student organisations focused on business and international affairs. The curriculum is designed to develop both technical business knowledge and cross-cultural competencies employers seek in an increasingly globalised economy.