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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Courses & Curriculum

Total credits: 121/122

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

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 1321INTD 2163INTD 2511 

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

Michael Londrigan
  • Business
  • mlondrigan@limcollege.edu
  • Chair / Associate Professor

Dr. Gavin Goldstein

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

Bruce Acton

Bruce Acton
  • Business
  • bruce.acton@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Mark Tuminello

Mark Tuminello
  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty

Christopher Truhan

 Christopher Truhan
  • Business
  • christopher.truhan@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Noelle Sinclair

Noelle Sinclair
  • Business
  • noelle.sinclair@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

John Simone

John Simone
  • Business
  • john.simone@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Arjune Sharma

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  • Business
  • arjune.sharma@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Robyn Reitano

Robyn Reitano
  • Business
  • robyn.reitano@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Richard Olivieri

  • Business
  • richard.olivieri@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Shelly Nicholas

Shelly Nicholas
  • Business
  • shelly.nicholas@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

William Muskopf

Bill 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

Dana Leland
  • Business
  • dana.leland@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Ashok Kirpalani

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

Jacqueline Flynn
  • Business
  • jacqueline.flynn@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Wen-Wen Chien

Wen-Wen Chien
  • Business
  • wenwen.chien@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

Tajil Caven

  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty

Jesce Horton

Jesce Horton
  • Business
  • jesce.horton@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty

David Paleschuck

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

Penelope Nam-Stephen

Penelope Nam-Stephen
  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty / Chief Commercial Officer, Community Growth Partners

Melanie Nash

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  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty / Chief Operating Officer, Purple City Genetics

Beryl Solomon

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  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty / Founder & CEO, Poplar

Kristin Jordan, Esq.

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  • Business
  • Adjunct Faculty / Chief Executive Officer, Park Jordan

Zahra Amanpour

Zahra Amanpour
  • Business
  • zahra.amanpour@limcollege.edu
  • Adjunct Faculty
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