Program Features

• Instructors who are active subject matter experts in the field 
• Opportunity to build working relationships with other professionals from around the world
• Case studies and guest speakers
• Opportunity to work in teams to apply their knowledge and skills in a quarter-long business simulation

Who Should Apply

This program is for current business professionals and university students looking to expand their understanding of global business concepts and skills.

You don’t need any previous work experience to apply, but advanced English skills are required. For admissions requirements, see How to Apply.

Note: This one-quarter program is part of our three-quarter Global Business Certificate. 

Courses

Students in this program take two courses, one core course (15.5 hours per week) and one elective course (2.5 hours per week).

Core Course

This ten-week course taught by experienced international business professionals is designed to give you an overview of business concepts in general with an emphasis on global trade. The course is divided into eleven modules which give students a basic understanding of that particular aspect or functional area of business. Modules include:

• Global business environment
• Business sustainability
• Organizational behavior
• History and issues of global trade
• Global supply chain
• Marketing
• International accounting and taxation
• International law
• International finance
• Introduction to project management
• International business strategy

Throughout the course, students work in teams on a business simulation to apply their new skills and knowledge.

Elective Courses

Business Presentation Skills 

Today’s employers seek individuals with strong verbal communication and presentation skills. In this hands-on presentation skills class, students will hone their speaking and delivery skills, develop analytical and organizational skills, and give formal and impromptu presentations.

Writing for Business 

This practical writing workshop is designed to help students understand and practice professional writing for an international business audience. The focus of the class will be writing business emails, letters and reports.

International Negotiations 

In this interactive workshop, students will learn the basic framework and skills necessary for intercultural business negotiations. The focus will be on understanding and creating effective, joint business deals from both the buyer’s and seller’s perspective. To do this, students will engage in team business simulation activities.

Schedule

This course meets Monday through Friday, for a total of 18 hours per week. 

Costs

Tuition

Other Expenses