The minor in International Business provides an introduction for those students interested in learning more about elements of business unique to international organizations or in pursuing a career in international business. Students in the International Business Minor can hone their skills in managing and communicating across different cultures, improve their understanding of how specific business disciplines vary in an international setting, and cultivate an appreciation for international monetary issues.
Policies
At least eight credits must be unique to the minor and not applied toward any other major, minor, or concentration. Students must achieve a grade of C or better in each course that is applied toward the minor.
For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors. The Costello College of Business residency requirement for this minor supersedes the university requirement: at least nine credits must be earned at Mason.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 15
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT 461 | Cross Cultural and Global Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 3 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select four electives from the following: 1 | 12 | |
| International Accounting | ||
| Economics of Developing Areas (Mason Core) | ||
| Economic Development of Latin America (Mason Core) | ||
| African Economic Development (Mason Core) | ||
| Economies in Transition (Mason Core) | ||
| International Economics | ||
| International Money and Finance | ||
| International Financial Management | ||
| International Political Economy | ||
| Money, Markets and Economic Policy (Mason Core) | ||
| International Strategy | ||
| Global Marketing | ||
| Supply Chain Management in a Global Economy | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
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A maximum of one ECON or GOVT course may count towards the minor. The other three electives must be Costello College of Business coursework.
Co-Curricular Requirement
Students must complete one of the following in addition to the curriculum requirements:
Global Experience
- Global residency course;
- An international internship abroad;
- A domestic internship with significant international experience;
- An approved study abroad program; or
- Study at a Mason campus or a Mason joint program overseas
OR
Foreign Language
- One language study course; or
- A course taught in foreign literature when taught in a foreign language