International Business Degree (BS) at LIM College

Pursue a career in international business, with a focus on fashion.

(Not accepting applications in 2024.)

In today's global economy, organizations need college grads who have a strong understanding of international business issues. As an International Business major, your courses will introduce you to a wide range of global markets, economies, political systems, cultures, languages, and customs.

LIM College’s bachelor of science degree in International Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Blog

Major Spotlight: International Business

International business (IB) is one of the majors that LIM College offers. LIM student Erika interviewed Anna Grace to discuss the major at LIM.

November 2, 2020
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"My first semester, I did everything to get involved with the school and meet new people. I found my group of friends by joining clubs, going to events, and being an active member of the LIM community."

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Courses & Curriculum

Total credits: 121/122

LIM College Core: 10 Credits

FASH 1110 - Introduction to the Fashion Business credit(s): 3
LIMS 1000 - First Year Experience credit(s): 1 or LIMS 1020 - College Success for Online Students credit(s): 1
TECH 1310 - Business Spreadsheets credit(s): 3
MRKT 1550 - Marketing credit(s): 3

General Education Requirements: 21 Credits

COMM 1400 - Communicating Across Cultures credit(s): 3
COMM 2010 - Critical Thinking: Reading, Writing and Research credit(s): 3
COMM 2025 - Digital Culture in Business and Life credit(s): 3
ENGL 1100 - English Composition credit(s): 3 or ENGL 1095 - English Composition with Essentials credit(s): 3 and ENGL 0795 - Essentials of Composition credit(s): 2* or ENGL 1060 - English Composition for International Students credit(s): 3 or ENGL 1055 - English Composition for International Students with Essentials credit(s): 3 and ENGL 0755 - Essentials of Composition for International Students credits(s): 2*
ENGL 3110 - Global Themes for Writing credit(s): 3
MATH 1300 - Introduction to Statistics credit(s): 3 or MATH 1295 - Introduction to Statistics with Essentials credit(s): 3 and MATH 0595 - Essentials of Introduction to Statistics credit(s): 2*
MATH 2760 - Applied Data Analysis credit(s): 3
* Institutional credits - do not count toward total credit requirement

Career Education & Internship Requirements: 13 Credits

CARE 1300 - Internship Prep: Designing Your Career credit(s): 2
CARE 1620 - Internship 1 credit(s): 2
CARE 2620 - Internship 2 credit(s): 2
CARE 4800 - Senior Co-op Prep: Launching Your Career credit(s): 1
CARE 4820 - Senior Co-op credit(s): 6

Business Core Requirements: 15 Credits

ACCT 2700 - Accounting credit(s): 3
BUSN 3310 - Business Law credit(s): 3
ECON 2100 - Economics credit(s): 3
FNCE 3410 - Finance credit(s): 3
MNGT 2310 - Management credit(s): 3

International Business Major Requirements: 21 Credits

Required Courses - Must Complete the Following Three (3) Courses:
BUSN 2010 - International Business credit(s): 3
BUSN 4960 - International Business Senior Capstone (6CR) credit(s): 6
MNGT 3420 - Global Supply Chain Management credit(s): 3
Choice Courses - Choose Three (3) of the Following:
BUSN 3620 - International Trade Issues credit(s): 3
COMM 2603 - Global Media credit(s): 3
FNCE 4610 - International Finance credit(s): 3
MNGT 3350 - Global Management credit(s): 3
MNGT 4630 - Global Human Resource Management credit(s): 3
MRKT 3350 - Global Markets credit(s): 3
MRKT 3416 - Luxury Brand Management credit(s): 3

Foreign Language Electives: 6 Credits

Foreign Language Electives are any non-remedial courses offered by the Arts & Sciences Department with the following prefix: LANG

Liberal Arts & Sciences Electives: 33 Credits

Liberal Arts Electives are any non-remedial courses offered by the Arts & Sciences Department and Interdisciplinary Studies Department with the following prefixes: ARTS, COMM, ECON, ENGL, HIST, INTD*, LANG, MATH, NTSC, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, and SOCI, not specifically required for a major. These courses vary depending upon major course requirements.

*INTD 1321, INTD 2163, INTD 2511

General Electives: 3 Credits

3 Credits

General Electives are any courses numbered 1000 or higher (except CARE 1890 - Micro-Internship (Optional)) which are not specifically required for the student’s degree program.

You'll gain priceless experience-and make important connections-through required internships. Here are just a few places where LIM students have interned.

Carat - Ireland
Chanel
Givenchy Corporation
Hotel Icon - Hong Kong
Li & Fung
Louis Vuitton
Marc Jacobs International
Moda Operandi

LIM College offers the following minors for each major, which are intended to provide an additional focused area of study:

Fashion Media Minor:

Fashion Media

Fashion Merchandising Minors:

Beauty
Event Planning
Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Styling
Retail Buying And Planning (For Non-Fashion Merchandising Majors)
Retail Buying And Planning (For Fashion Merchandising Majors)
Sustainability

Interdisciplinary Studies Minors:

Entrepreneurship
Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion

Liberal Arts Minors:

The Arts: History and Performance
English
Global Studies
Society And Culture

Marketing, Management, And Finance Minors:

Digital Business
International Business
Management
Marketing

Visual Studies Minors:

Digital Design And Photography
Interior And Residential Concepts
Photo Styling And Set Design
Visual Studies
Visuals For Social Media

Craft your International Business major to focus on the area you’re most interested in, including:

Brand Management
Buying
Financial Analysis
Human Resources
Production
Supply Chain Management

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Opportunities at LIM

International Business Careers

With a degree in International Business, you can pursue a career in a wide range of areas, including import/export, corporate social responsibility, licensing, supply chain logistics, and international sales.

Explore a Career in International Business

Internship Experiences

You'll gain priceless experience — and make important connections — through required internships. International Business majors have completed internships in areas that range from licensing and purchasing to merchandising and manufacturing at companies such as LVHM, Marie Claire and Vera Wang (locally), and Gucci and Commes des Garcons (internationally).

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Clubs & Organizations

There’s more to college than attending class. Enhance your experience (and your resume) with co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Make the most of your time and get involved.

See How You Can Get Involved

Study Abroad

International Business majors are strongly encouraged to spend time abroad. So get ready explore a different culture and expand your world view. Choose a short-term travel program or spend a semester in another country to add an invaluable experience to your education.

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Business Department Full-Time Faculty

Michael P. Londrigan

Business
mlondrigan@limcollege.edu
Chair / Associate Professor

Dr. Gavin Goldstein

Business
Gavin.Goldstein@limcollege.edu
Associate Chair / Assistant Professor

Bruce Acton

Business
bruce.acton@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Mark Tuminello

Business
Adjunct Faculty

Christopher Truhan

Business
christopher.truhan@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Noelle Sinclair

Business
noelle.sinclair@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

John Simone

Business
john.simone@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Arjune Sharma

Business
arjune.sharma@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Robyn Reitano

Business
robyn.reitano@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Richard Olivieri

Business
richard.olivieri@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Shelly Nicholas

Business
shelly.nicholas@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

William Muskopf

Business
william.muskopf@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Jet Mboga

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Business
jet.mboga@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Dana Leland

Business
dana.leland@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Ashok Kirpalani

Business
ashok.kirpalani@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Melissa James

Business
Adjunct Faculty

Lindsey Gosin

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Business
lindsey.gosin@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Jacqueline Flynn

Business
jacqueline.flynn@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Wen-Wen Chien

Business
wenwen.chien@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

Tajil Caven

Business
Adjunct Faculty

Jesce Horton

Business
jesce.horton@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

David Paleschuck

Business
david.paleschuck@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty / Founder, Branding Bud Consulting Group

Penelope Nam-Stephen

Business
Adjunct Faculty / Chief Commercial Officer, Community Growth Partners

Melanie Nash

Business
Adjunct Faculty / Chief Operating Officer, Purple City Genetics

Beryl Solomon

Business
Adjunct Faculty / Founder & CEO, Poplar

Kristin Jordan, Esq.

Business
Adjunct Faculty / Chief Executive Officer, Park Jordan

Zahra Amanpour

Business
zahra.amanpour@limcollege.edu
Adjunct Faculty

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