University of South Alabama

What you'll study

This programme builds a foundation in accounting, finance, management, marketing and economics, then adds a focused international business curriculum. Typical core modules include Principles of Management, Financial Accounting, Managerial Finance, Marketing Principles and Business Law. Internationally focused modules commonly include International Business, International Marketing, International Finance, Global Supply Chain Management, Cross‑Cultural Management, International Trade and Negotiation, and International Business Law.

• General education and business core courses to develop quantitative, written and ethical reasoning skills
• Concentration courses that examine export/import operations, trade policy, foreign exchange and risk management
• Practical learning through case studies, simulations and a capstone or senior project integrating international business strategy
• Opportunities for internships with regional employers, port authorities, logistics firms and multinational subsidiaries
• Optional study abroad or exchange placements to gain direct experience of foreign markets and cross‑cultural working

Entry requirements

Admission is through the University of South Alabama undergraduate intake and requires a recognised secondary school diploma or equivalent. Typical admitted students have a solid academic record in high school with coursework in mathematics and English; specific grade expectations are determined by the university's admissions office. Standardised tests may be considered where submitted, but check current institutional policies for test‑optional arrangements.

International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or prior study in English if required. Transfer students should provide college transcripts; those transferring into the business programme are expected to meet any prerequisite course requirements for the Mitchell College of Business.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in organisations that operate across borders. Common entry and early‑career positions include export/import coordinator, international sales representative, global supply chain analyst, trade compliance specialist, and marketing roles focused on international markets. With experience or further study, alumni move into management positions such as international business manager, country or regional manager, global sourcing manager, or consultant for firms expanding overseas.

Graduates also find opportunities with logistics and freight companies, ports and maritime services in the Gulf Coast region, governmental trade agencies, non‑profit organisations with international programmes, and financial institutions offering international banking and trade finance services.

Why study at University of South Alabama

The University of South Alabama’s Mitchell College of Business offers an AACSB‑accredited business education with access to faculty who combine teaching with applied research on regional and global business issues. The university’s location near a major Gulf Coast port provides practical exposure to international trade, logistics and maritime industries.

• Strong links with regional employers and internship opportunities that help connect classroom learning to real business challenges
• Options for study abroad and international exchange to gain first‑hand cultural and market experience
• Career services and business student organisations that support networking, professional development and job placement
• Smaller class sizes in upper‑level courses to promote interaction with faculty and applied project work

Taken together, the programme is designed to prepare students for practical, career‑oriented roles in organisations engaged in international commerce while providing the academic foundation for continued study if desired.