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International Business (BSBA)

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Master business across borders.

As the world of business evolves and expands, professionals must meet new standards and face new challenges in a global marketplace.

Gain your global edge with App State’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in International Business.

Learn business strategies and tactics that can be employed in a variety of international settings. Delve deeper in subjects such as international finance, international business law, cultures of the world and foreign policy.

You’ll spend at least 10 weeks participating in an international experience, where you will begin building your global network.

As a Walker College of Business student, you’ll have access to Business Careers Services, where you can build career skills through professional and leadership development training. This resource provides career coaching, resume reviews, coursework, events, networking opportunities and more.

App State’s Walker College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This distinction is held by fewer than 6% of all business schools.

  • College of Business International Programs

  • Walker College of Business

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A ‘Best College’ for 2025

The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and Southeast for 2025.

Top 3 in innovation, undergraduate teaching

U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top three school for innovation and the high quality of its undergraduate instruction for eight consecutive years.

A ‘Best College’ for value

App State’s quality, affordability and student outcomes place it among the nation’s 2024 best schools for value, according to Money.com

Learn more about App State’s accolades

Elevate Your Education

Courses

    • Students pursuing this major explore Production and Operations Management, Global Supply Chain and Logistics, International Trade and more.
    Program of Study
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Minors

A language minor is required. Choose from Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian or Spanish. Arabic or Portuguese may be chosen if upper-level language courses are taken abroad.

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

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Transferring Credits

Learn about App State’s credit transfer process, and use our Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how your courses may transfer to App State.

General Education

With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.

Gen Ed Program Info

Accelerated Master’s

You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.

Accelerated Master’s Info

Careers and Mountaineers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.

Careers

  • Foreign Banking
  • International Investments
  • Export/Import Trade
  • International Law
  • Public/Foreign Service
  • International Nonprofits

Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

Career information resource

App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

  • 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.

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Fund Your Education

Numerous scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to help fund your App State education. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.

International Experience

Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more.

Real-world Internships

Gain firsthand experience while earning your degree. Learn more

Find Your Community

Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations, such as the International Business Student Association. Learn more

Honors College

Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more and check out the Walker College honors program.

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Program Contact

Dr. Martin Meznar
Associate Dean for Global and Civic Engagement
[email protected]
828-262-6236

Ms. Meredith Church Pipes
Global and Civic Engagement Specialist
[email protected]
828-262-7727

Walker College of Business

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