International Business

Degree

Bachelor of Science, Major, Minor

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Examine the global business environment as a whole, with an emphasis on multinational organizations, economic and political systems, socio-cultural structures, and diversities with operational significance for international business.

Fairfield Dolan Rankings

#3

Best Colleges for Business in Connecticut
- Niche

#9

Best Colleges for Business Majors
- 2019 Money Magazine

#28

Best Schools for Business Majors
- 2020 PayScale

What You'll Learn and Do

Global Mindset

The globalization of markets, trade and production is growing at unprecedented speed and changing the foundation of modern business. The international business program is designed to lead students to an understanding of the important issues and strategies utilized by global organizations to manage in a cross-cultural environment.

Explore the Global Business Landscape

The program examines the global business environment as a whole, with an emphasis on multinational organizations, economic and political systems, socio-cultural structures, and diversities with operational significance for international business.

Diverse & Interdisciplinary Faculty

Think critically, work to solve global problems and promote social justice. This perspective aims to provide you with an awareness of global interdependence and the socio-political and economic environments of different countries. To broaden the scope of study, the program includes first-hand learning opportunities through studying abroad, internships with international businesses, and advanced language training courses.

Equip Yourself for Success

As a graduate of the program, you are equipped with a broad knowledge of the social, cultural, political and economic influences of the international business world. These skills prepare you well for furthering your studies in a graduate program or becoming a professional in a variety of business fields. 

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Internship Opportunities

Fairfield Dolan views practical experience as an important part of your academic program. An internship will give you the opportunity to apply classroom theories to real-world situations.

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Course Requirements

Contact Us

Undergraduate Admission
admis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4100

Career Outlook

Career Outcomes

Recent Placements

  • Artis-Naples - Event Manager
  • Valley Bank - Commercial Credit Underwriter
  • Quebec Government Office NYC - Business Development Assistant
  • Aon - Account Specialist
  • Henkel - Territory Sales Engineer

Professors in the Dolan School of Business are the best. They are accessible to their students who are struggling or just need help. There are also many resources on campus such as tutoring for students who need it.

Rhynner Franz Rodriguez, ‘27

Student Learning Outcomes

Summarize

Accurately summarize in writing the key points of scholarly work.

Identify

Identify different "theories", analyses, or perspectives on social behavior.

Analyze

Accurately juxtapose two different analyses of a situation or event.

Draw Conclusions

Demonstrate an understanding of the linkages between local phenomena and global processes.

Resources for Student Success

The Dolan Career Development Center provides professional development services for students that enrich their academic experiences and inspire tomorrow's business leaders.

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Fairfield supports the scholarly success and intellectual growth of our students by providing various resources on campus including the Science Center, Writing Center, DiMenna-Nyselius Library, and more.

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Fairfield University is pleased to collaborate with the Peace Corps to offer a unique interdisciplinary preparatory program which prepares students for international development fieldwork and potential Peace Corps service.

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