Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration BSBA degree program in International Business is a 120-credit program. It is designed for those preparing for careers in international business and service agencies and those presently employed in the field who seek professional advancement.
What You Will Learn in the BSBA in International Business Program
The central theme of the BSBA in International Business program is adapting the domestic and global operations to the cultural needs of foreign nationals on a workable business basis. All students must complete a capstone requirement, Strategic Management, which integrates content across the degree program and validates the students' knowledge.
Degree Requirements
- College Algebra within Intellectual and Practical Skills section of General Education requirements
- Statistics or Quantitative Skills for Business within the Mathematics section of General Education requirements
- How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: Courses in this area of study may be completed with Thomas Edison State University courses and/or courses from other regionally accredited colleges. Prior learning assessment PLA and/or examinations may also be used. A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.
Note
Courses that are devoid of a course code can be accepted in transfer if completed at colleges and universities accredited by the six institutional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
In addition, the University offers a host of ways to earn credit for knowledge obtained in non-collegiate settings. Examples include:
- Courses and examinations approved through National College Credit Recommendation Service National CCRS and the American Council on Education ACE College Credit Recommendation Service.
- Military Service
- License and certifications
- Prior Learning Assessment
Credit Distribution
Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.
I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)
II. Professional Business Requirements (36 Credits)
III. Area of Study (18 Credits)
A. Required Courses (6 credits)
-TRSFR REQ.
| Introduction to International Business | 3 |
Choose one of the following
B Additional Course 12 credits
IV. Electives (6 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses
Total Credit Hours: 120
*TRSFR REQ - These courses are not offered by TESU. Please click here for information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences.