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International Business (BSBA)

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More businesses are becoming deeply involved in international activities, both in expanding overseas markets and in competition with foreign companies in their own markets. The International Business (BSBA) degree at Appalachian State University provides students a sound understanding of international business principles coupled with language training (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish or other approved language) and first-hand international experience. Students graduate prepared for success, with an enriched understanding of business in a global economy.

The major is cross-disciplinary, leveraging expert faculty from all functional areas of the Walker College of Business to teach and mentor students in the program. Students who choose this major generally are interested in working with people from other cultures and in gaining a global perspective of how business works across cultures. Those considering this program should possess leadership, communication and human relations skills, as well as openness to other cultures and a desire to travel.

After Graduation

Employment: Due to the dynamic curriculum and foreign language experience, graduates are well-prepared to enter the work force, often training for overseas positions. Employers include:

  • DelHaize
  • SEA Corp
  • Wells Fargo
  • Financial Independence Group
  • Schneffler Group
  • Target
  • XPO Logistics
  • Vanguard Group

Graduate School: Some graduates continue their studies with graduate-level course work at other major universities.

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People

  • Faculty Profile: Dr. Martin Meznar
    Faculty Profile: Dr. Martin Meznar

    “Doors open up when you have international expertise.”

    – Dr. Martin Meznar, Walker College’s associate dean for global and civic engagement

  • Alumni Profile: Jerri Snyder ’14
    Alumni Profile: Jerri Snyder ’14

    This recent graduate leapt from a place of career perplexity to one of the most prestigious banks in the world, thanks to help from caring Appalachian faculty.

Courses

  • Program of Study
    Program of Study
  • Four Year Guide
    Four Year Guide
  • NCCC Transfer Four Year Guide
    NCCC Transfer Four Year Guide

Minors

This major requires a language minor. Choices are Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian or Spanish. Arabic or Portuguese may be chosen if upper-level language courses are taken abroad.

Suggested additional minors are International Business, Supply Chain Management or Entrepreneurship.

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Engagement Outside the Classroom

  • International Business Student Association (IBSA): Expands student knowledge of global business and awareness of international issues; students serve as ambassadors of Walker College of Business International Programs and International Business within the university community.

Global Learning

Appalachian is committed to introducing students to different cultures and teaching them how to live and interact in a global society.  

Student in this major must participate in an international experience approved by the Walker College of Business. The experience must have a duration of at least 10 weeks, normally in a non-English speaking country.

Admission Requirements

Requirements for declaring a major within the Walker College of Business are detailed here.

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Why Appalachian?

  • Students must participate in an international experience of at least 10 weeks, normally in a non-English speaking country.
  • A language minor is required.
  • Appalachian has bilateral exchange agreements with universities in more than 25 countries, including Australia, China, France, Germany, United Kingdom, South Korea, Vietnam, South Africa, Mexico, Russia, Brazil, Chile and Argentina.
  • The BB&T Student Leadership Center offers consultation to all business majors on choosing a career, preparing for interviews and exploring internships and employment.

Location

Boone and Hickory*

*The Hickory Campus location is pending accreditation from SACSCOC for this program. Accreditation is expected in summer 2023.

Careers

  • Foreign banking
  • International investments
  • Export/import trade
  • International law
  • Public/foreign service
  • International non-profits

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Contacts

Walker College of Business

International Programs

Dr. Martin Menzar
Associate Dean for Global and Civic Engagement
meznarmb@appstate.edu
828-262-6236

Ms. Meredith Church Pipes
Global and Civic Engagement Specialist
churchmm@appstate.edu
828-262-7727

  • College of Business International Programs

    The International Business (BSBA) degree at Appalachian State University provides students a sound understanding of international business principles coupled with language training and first-hand international experience.

  • Walker College of Business

    Accredited and well ranked

    • Accredited by AACSB International – the premier global accrediting body for schools of business – since 1976. It is among only one-third of U.S. business schools and 15% of business programs worldwide that hold this accreditation.
    • Consistently named one of “The Best Business Schools” by The Princeton Review.

    Global Emphasis

    • An international requirement of all business majors, which can include study abroad in traditional and emerging markets.
    • Opportunities to participate in a variety of short-term international programs in locations throughout the world, which are open to all business majors and designed to develop international business skills and intercultural knowledge — including the Holland Fellows Program for Business Study in Asia, which provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for selected students to gain global business acumen through a semesterlong international sustainable business consulting project, alumni mentorship, career coaching and a uniquely curated business study abroad experience.
    • The annual Global Opportunities Conference, which highlights innovative and entrepreneurial ways of addressing global challenges.

    Highlighting Sustainability

    • Leaders in creating a world where environmental, societal and economic qualities exist in balance to meet the resource needs of today and of future generations.

    Outstanding Academics

    • Small classes and easy access to faculty, who are focused on teaching and learning and engaged in research.
    • An emphasis on practical experience and interaction with professionals through the Boyles Lecture Series, McLeod Entrepreneur Summit, Global Opportunities Conference, Business for Good conference and other annual events.
    • Accelerated Admission for select MBA programs

    Student Support Services

    • Student Support Services that include academic advising, scholarships, the Truist Student Leadership Center, which provides opportunities for business students to build job and life skills through professional and leadership development training, and the Transportation Insight Center for Entrepreneurship, which aims to help students and recent alumni launch successful businesses and enhance Western North Carolina’s economy.

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