Minor Requirements
International Business Minor for Business Students
Students will complete three courses (9 credits) to qualify for this minor.
Required course:
-
SIB-321 Introduction to International Business
Prerequisites:
Take IB-101 HST-149 or HST-150;
Credits:
3.00
Description:
To provide students with an understanding of problems and opportunities associated with doing business across country and cultural boundaries and to encourage global business thinking and strategy formulation. Topics include the forms of international business involvement; economic, social, cultural and political conditions; national and multinational regulations of international transactions and investments; and global strategies for business operations.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
And any two of the following:
-
SIB-510 Direct Study in Strategy and International Business
Prerequisites:
instructors consent
Credits:
1.00- 6.00
Description:
Independent study allows students to expand their classroom experience by completing research in an area of interest not already covered by Suffolk courses. The student designs a unique project and finds a full-time faculty member with expertise in that topic who agrees to sponsor it and provide feedback as the proposal is refined. A well designed and executed research project broadens and/or deepens learning in a major or minor area of study and may also enhance a students marketability to potential future employers. Students cannot register for an Independent Study until a full proposal is approved by the faculty sponsor, department chair, and academic dean. Many Independent study proposals require revisions before approval is granted; even with revisions independent study approval is NOT guaranteed. Students are strongly encouraged to submit a proposal in enough time to register for a different course if the proposal is not accepted. For complete instructions, see the SBS Independent/Directed Study Agreement and Proposal form available online.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-520 Strategy and International Business Internship
Prerequisites:
IB 321, Department Chair approval required before registration
Credits:
3.00
Description:
A project-based course that provides a work experience component for juniors and seniors, and allows the student to apply international business theory in a practical context, thereby bridging the gap between education and practice. The internship must take place outside the students primary country of residence. Non-US students can pursue internships in the US. The internship must involve at least 100 hours of work. To be eligible, students cannot receive monetary compensation for the internship. The company offering the internship must agree to evaluate the students performance by completing an Internship Evaluation Form. Students must find a faculty supervisor who will evaluate and guide their academic work during the internship, as well as other internship-related assignments, and assign a grade upon completion of all internship requirements. Students must successfully complete both the internship and all of the academic requirements of SIB 520 in order to earn a passing grade.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-550 Special Topics in Strategy and International Business
Credits:
3.00
Description:
An in-depth analysis of timely special issues in international business. Specific topics are announced when the course is scheduled.
-
ACCT-310 International Business Accounting
Prerequisites:
Take FIN-310 ACCT-331;
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course explores economic, political and cultural variables that shape accounting and disclosure in various countries. Students also gain an understanding of international financial reporting standards and the forces for convergence between IFRS and USGAAP. Financial analysis in a multifinancial context.
-
BLE-317 Managing in the Global Legal Environment
Prerequisites:
B.LW 214 OR BLE 214
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course surveys the global legal environment of business. Emphasis is on case analysis of topics such as sovereignty, extraterritoriality, treaties, international contracts, arbitration, and the European Union. The managerial and economic significance of these topics is explored.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
ENT-354 Global Entrepreneurship
Prerequisites:
Junior Standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Do you want to know how to take advantage of our global economy? This course will leverage the knowledge acquired from other entrepreneurship and global courses coupled with an overview of the global economy every entrepreneur must compete in and how to transition your business models into real world opportunities. This course will discuss the entrepreneurial process from concept to product feasibility to venture launch answering the following question: How and when should an entrepreneur plan on competing in a global market?
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
FIN-417 Multinational Financial Management
Prerequisites:
Take FIN-310; Junior Standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course covers the financing, investment and working capital management process of multinational corporations, considering such variables as exchange risk, political risk, accounting regulations and tax laws.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
ISOM-331 Global Electronic Commerce
Prerequisites:
ISOM 310, or ISOM 423 or ACCT 430 & junior standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course examines the role of information systems and e-commerce in global business competition. It considers the technological, cultural, economic, social and legal issues in the development of cross-border information systems for business or social developments. Readings and cases will be used to examine current issues, as well as opportunities and challenges. Prerequisites: ISOM 310, or ISOM 423 or ACCT 430 May also be taken concurrently.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
-
MKT-421 Global Marketing
Prerequisites:
TAKE MKT-210
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Topics examined in this course include the variations in economic, social-cultural, legal-political, and business environments among different nations and how these variations affect the marketing practices across national boundaries. The goal is to provide students with the necessary skills to compete successfully in national and international markets. Particular attention is given to the formulation of marketing plans and programs and policies to integrate and coordinate such activities on a global basis.
-
MGT-335 Managing Across Cultures
Prerequisites:
MGT 101
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course provides students with knowledge of and skills in international management. Students learn how cultural factors influence behavior in the workplace and in the boardroom. In addition, the course will focus on the skills and competencies needed to successfully manage culturally diverse, cross-cultural, and geographically dispersed organizations.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Each course may count towards only one requirement. Students may not double count a course from the International Business Minor towards ANY other requirement.
International Business Minor for College of Arts and Sciences Students
IB will be introduced as part of the Functional Business Minor available for CAS students and require 5 courses (15 credits).
Required courses:
-
SBS-101 Business Foundations
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course introduces students to foundational concepts in business, including functional areas, the life cycle, competition, stakeholders and ethical considerations. Students develop critical thinking by learning and using a problem solving process through a business situation analysis model to analyze various situations that confront managers and founders of small, medium, and large organizations. Students will also develop tools for analysis, allowing them to critically view business in a new and thoughtful way. The class culminates with student- teams presenting a detailed analysis and recommendations to a panel of executives and persuading them that the recommended strategy is not only feasible, but also practical for the stakeholders involved.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-101 Globalization
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course introduces the nature and processes of globalization which define todays international business environment. The course employs a multidisciplinary perspective to explore the growing interdependence of nations in their trade, investment, technology flows, and business operations. Topic include business, geographic, economic, social, cultural, political, and other issues related to globalization. The course is experiential in its approach. Students will undertake a team research project exploring globalization issues with reference to a particular country, region or industry.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-321 Introduction to International Business
Prerequisites:
Take IB-101 HST-149 or HST-150;
Credits:
3.00
Description:
To provide students with an understanding of problems and opportunities associated with doing business across country and cultural boundaries and to encourage global business thinking and strategy formulation. Topics include the forms of international business involvement; economic, social, cultural and political conditions; national and multinational regulations of international transactions and investments; and global strategies for business operations.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
And any two of the following:
-
SIB-510 Direct Study in Strategy and International Business
Prerequisites:
instructors consent
Credits:
1.00- 6.00
Description:
Independent study allows students to expand their classroom experience by completing research in an area of interest not already covered by Suffolk courses. The student designs a unique project and finds a full-time faculty member with expertise in that topic who agrees to sponsor it and provide feedback as the proposal is refined. A well designed and executed research project broadens and/or deepens learning in a major or minor area of study and may also enhance a students marketability to potential future employers. Students cannot register for an Independent Study until a full proposal is approved by the faculty sponsor, department chair, and academic dean. Many Independent study proposals require revisions before approval is granted; even with revisions independent study approval is NOT guaranteed. Students are strongly encouraged to submit a proposal in enough time to register for a different course if the proposal is not accepted. For complete instructions, see the SBS Independent/Directed Study Agreement and Proposal form available online.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-520 Strategy and International Business Internship
Prerequisites:
IB 321, Department Chair approval required before registration
Credits:
3.00
Description:
A project-based course that provides a work experience component for juniors and seniors, and allows the student to apply international business theory in a practical context, thereby bridging the gap between education and practice. The internship must take place outside the students primary country of residence. Non-US students can pursue internships in the US. The internship must involve at least 100 hours of work. To be eligible, students cannot receive monetary compensation for the internship. The company offering the internship must agree to evaluate the students performance by completing an Internship Evaluation Form. Students must find a faculty supervisor who will evaluate and guide their academic work during the internship, as well as other internship-related assignments, and assign a grade upon completion of all internship requirements. Students must successfully complete both the internship and all of the academic requirements of SIB 520 in order to earn a passing grade.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
SIB-550 Special Topics in Strategy and International Business
Credits:
3.00
Description:
An in-depth analysis of timely special issues in international business. Specific topics are announced when the course is scheduled.
-
ACCT-310 International Business Accounting
Prerequisites:
Take FIN-310 ACCT-331;
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course explores economic, political and cultural variables that shape accounting and disclosure in various countries. Students also gain an understanding of international financial reporting standards and the forces for convergence between IFRS and USGAAP. Financial analysis in a multifinancial context.
-
BLE-317 Managing in the Global Legal Environment
Prerequisites:
B.LW 214 OR BLE 214
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course surveys the global legal environment of business. Emphasis is on case analysis of topics such as sovereignty, extraterritoriality, treaties, international contracts, arbitration, and the European Union. The managerial and economic significance of these topics is explored.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
ENT-354 Global Entrepreneurship
Prerequisites:
Junior Standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Do you want to know how to take advantage of our global economy? This course will leverage the knowledge acquired from other entrepreneurship and global courses coupled with an overview of the global economy every entrepreneur must compete in and how to transition your business models into real world opportunities. This course will discuss the entrepreneurial process from concept to product feasibility to venture launch answering the following question: How and when should an entrepreneur plan on competing in a global market?
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
FIN-417 Multinational Financial Management
Prerequisites:
Take FIN-310; Junior Standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course covers the financing, investment and working capital management process of multinational corporations, considering such variables as exchange risk, political risk, accounting regulations and tax laws.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
ISOM-331 Global Electronic Commerce
Prerequisites:
ISOM 310, or ISOM 423 or ACCT 430 & junior standing
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course examines the role of information systems and e-commerce in global business competition. It considers the technological, cultural, economic, social and legal issues in the development of cross-border information systems for business or social developments. Readings and cases will be used to examine current issues, as well as opportunities and challenges. Prerequisites: ISOM 310, or ISOM 423 or ACCT 430 May also be taken concurrently.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
-
MKT-421 Global Marketing
Prerequisites:
TAKE MKT-210
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Topics examined in this course include the variations in economic, social-cultural, legal-political, and business environments among different nations and how these variations affect the marketing practices across national boundaries. The goal is to provide students with the necessary skills to compete successfully in national and international markets. Particular attention is given to the formulation of marketing plans and programs and policies to integrate and coordinate such activities on a global basis.
-
MGT-335 Managing Across Cultures
Prerequisites:
MGT 101
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course provides students with knowledge of and skills in international management. Students learn how cultural factors influence behavior in the workplace and in the boardroom. In addition, the course will focus on the skills and competencies needed to successfully manage culturally diverse, cross-cultural, and geographically dispersed organizations.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Each course may count towards only one requirement. Students may not double count a course from the International Business Minor towards ANY other requirement.
