Why Study International Business?

International Business (IB) students learn how national and international environments affect business decision-making. They gain understanding of different strategies to navigate an
increasingly interconnected world.

Gain International Perspective Through Experience

All International Business majors must study abroad, with scholarships available. They must complete an internship, supported by Trinity's Career Success Center.

Study IB Environment, Development and Strategy

Explore how multinationals operate across diverse political economy, technological and cultural environments while learning to adapt to global challenges that differ from their home countries.

Understand Global Issues Through Expert Guidance

Faculty help students learn to apply theories to international trade and foreign direct investment to make IB decisions through discussion, research, and mentorship.

What You’ll Study

International Business students examine multinational CEOs, and companies and learn their stories of successes and failures navigating in the global markets.

In-Demand Skills

  • International business environment
  • International business strategy
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • International Trade
  • Foreign Direct Investment

Comprehensive Curriculum

Students complete 39 credit hours for the International Business major, including core international business courses and core business courses in addition to pathway courses like other students.

Students who graduate from the major tend to secure employment opportunities in multinationals at home and abroad. Recent graduates have become part of the work force worldwide.
 

View major requirements
Detailed course requirements, sequencing, and policies are outlined in the official Courses of Study Bulletin.

Meet Your Faculty Mentors

Get to know the faculty in the Department of Business Administration who are here to inspire, challenge, and support you every step of the way.

Student Spotlight

Landry Knight ’26 combined majors in International Business and Chinese before beginning her career as an analyst at NRG Energy.

A group of incoming freshman go on a tour of Trinity University campus.

Take the Next Step

Have questions or want more information? Learn more about becoming a Tiger and how you can accelerate what’s next for your education.

Department of Business Administration

Michael Neidorff School of Business

Location

Chapman Center

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Chair

Charlene Davis, Ph.D.