All MIB students balance their education by taking a series of required core classes in addition to having the flexibility to pursue individual interests through elective classes. The core provides a foundation of skills and knowledge while the variety of electives allows students to customize their education to suit their own interests.
Year One
During the first year, MIB students fulfill the majority of their core classes in international business and international affairs. Students also have the opportunity to take several electives in preparation for summer internships and fields of study.
First Semester
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Pre-session
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Second Half |
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AUGUST 17-28, 2009 Strategic Management (.5 credit) Luncheon lectures and social events will also be included. |
Foundations in Financial Accounting and Corporate Finance |
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Financial and Managerial Accounting |
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Global Political Economy |
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Elective Course* (or International Negotiation) |
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Second Semester
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First Half |
Second Half |
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Elective Course* (International Negotiation or other International Affairs course) |
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Elective Course* (International Business) |
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Data Analysis and Statistical Models for Decision-Making** |
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Choice of Regional Course (.5 credit) |
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Global Macroeconomics *** (.5 credit) |
Managerial Economics (.5 credit) |
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Marketing (.5 credit) |
* Students are encouraged to select a required course in their field of study.
** Students may place out of Data Analysis and Statistical Models for Decision-Making by passing an equivalency exam.
*** Students may place out of Global Macroeconomics by passing an equivalency exam. Those who pass this exam must take an upper level economics course.
Year Two
During the second year, MIB students fulfill the requirements for their two fields of study, one international affairs and one international business focus area. Students have the option of participating in an exchange program during the first semester.
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First Semester |
Second Semester |
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International Business Transactions |
Leadership: Personal and Organizational Challenges |
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Elective Course (or International Negotiation) |
Elective Course (or International Negotiation) |
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Elective |
Elective |
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Elective |
Elective |
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Elective (.5 credit) |
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Regional Courses
All MIB students must complete one half-credit Regional Course. The regional courses focus on the economics and business practices of a particular geographical area. They allow students to build cultural fluency and, in some classes, linguistic fluency to prepare them for a professional role in that region. Students are expected to take a course in a foreign language if their proficiency allows it. Students are strongly encouraged to take a second regional module and can chose to do so as one of their electives. Classes cover the following regions:
- Latin America (Offered in both English and Spanish)
- Europe (Offered in both English and French)
- The Middle East (Offered in both English and Arabic)
- China (Offered in both English and Chinese)
- Russia (Offered in English)
- USA (Offered in English)