Online Master's In International Business

Adaptable to Your Individual Path

UD’s unique program consists of two complementary sets of coursework. First, a 12-credit international module builds your skills in assessing, understanding, interpreting and applying key principles of global management. You’ll bolster these core classes with a 3-credit international business elective tailored to your interests and career goals.

You'll round out this curriculum by designing a 15-credit business module, selecting courses in areas like management, analytics, information systems, accounting, economics, finance and marketing.

CORE COURSES

BUAD 611 Globalization and Business - 3 Credits

Assesses environmental, institutional, industrial, strategic, and organizational features of globalization and business. Considers frameworks that guide managers’ understanding of globalization and business, how managers interpret the challenges and opportunities of globalization and the implications of globalization to professional development.

BUAD 641 Managing the Global Enterprise - 3 Credits

Focuses on the development of business strategies and management practices for managing the multinational business organization.

BUAD 648 The Future of Globalization: Issues, Agents, Decisions & You - 3 Credits

Assesses the professional, economic, political, cultural, and institutional opportunities and challenges that individuals face in the global business environment. Analytics center on explaining the causes and consequences of the expanding integration of nations. Course materials tap varied resources, including contemporary analyses, multimedia profiles, and decision simulations. Class design taps various pedagogies, including research reports, position papers, discussion boards, and objective assessment. Class delivery leverages online technologies that support the “testing effect” and asynchronous assignments, activities, and assessments.

BUAD 678 Leading Across Boundaries - 3 Credits

Leading Across Boundaries focuses on cultural similarities and differences worldwide and how they impact managers’ effectiveness. Attention is given to general cultural dimensions as well as specific global mindset competencies. This course will focus on cultural similarities and differences, and interpersonal interactions with people who are different from us. By understanding this, students will uncover and improve their own global leadership skills. Prerequisites: BUAD 870.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ELECTIVE (3 CREDITS)

ACCT 683 International Accounting - 3 Credits

Covers the functions of international accounting, including foreign currency transactions, financial statement translation, inflation, auditing, and taxation, with an emphasis on a comparative approach and current issues.

BUAD 640 Ethical Issues in Domestic and Global Business Environments - 3 Credits

Topics include ethics in organizations, and problems and challenges dealing with external environment demands including global issues.

BUAD 643 Special Topics in Global Business - 3 Credits

Examines selected topics in global business that may focus on one or more areas of the world (e.g. the European Union, Latin America, Pacific Basin, etc.). May be offered overseas.

BUAD 682 International Marketing Management - 3 Credits

Develops managerial decision-making skills in several areas related to international/global marketing such as environmental analysis, planning/organization, marketing research, segmentation, targeting and positioning/competitive analysis, and method of entry.

ECON 841 International Trade and Development - 3 Credits

Covers the basis of exchange, trade policy, international factor movements and integration. Applies to both historical and current economic development.

FINC 615 International Finance - 3 Credits

Examines the financial management of multinational firms and the interrelationships between financial planning and the international economic environment. Topics include direct investment theory, capital budgeting, financing trade and investments, risk management and working capital management.

SPTM 620 International Sport Management and Marketing - 3 Credits

Overview of the global sport industry, including the bid and host process for international sport competitions, the organization of the international sport community, the penetration strategies of American sport leagues and products into international markets, and the structure of sport in other countries.

INTERDISCIPLINARY AND/OR BUSINESS ELECTIVES

You may choose 15 business and/or interdisciplinary elective credits in a variety of disciplines including, but not limited to, accounting, economics, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing and management.

We’re Committed to Affordability

$1,069 Per Credit Hour

We work hard to keep our tuition affordable while maintaining the highest academic standards. 

Our dedicated admissions and financial personnel will help you through the process, including enrolling in a payment plan if applicable.

Career Expectations

Become a competitive leader in the global marketplace with UD’s Master’s in International Business program, which includes several career benefits.

• Boost your earning potential
• Immediately apply your skills
• Advance in growing careers
• Access UD's Career Services

Career Preparation

You’ll be able to navigate the nuances of day-to-day operations, apply successful international business strategy and understand applicable public policy.

Individualized Curriculum:

UD’s M.S. in International Business is divided into two modules. The first includes advanced international business courses, while the second allows you to select master’s level courses that suit your career goals.

Potential Careers

Your comprehensive knowledge base and unique skill set from UD’s online program will qualify you for competitive opportunities.

Employers of UD’s M.S. in International Business graduates often include:

• Banking and financial firms
• Consulting firms
• Import/export corporations
• International nongovernmental organizations (NGOs)
• International technology companies
• International transportation agencies
• Multinational manufacturers

Example Salaries

• Medical and Health Services Manager - $104,280 per year
  
• Top Executive - $107, 680 per year
• Financial Manager - $134,180 per year
• Marketing Manager - $142,170 per year

International Business Career Outlook

Whether your passion is accounting, economics, leadership, human resources, marketing, entrepreneurship, analytics, UD’s master’s in international business online degree is the credential you need to excel.

• Jobs in business and financial occupations are projected to grow faster than all other occupations at 5% from 2019 to 2029.
• The median wage for business and financial occupations was $72,250 in May 2020, which was higher than all other occupations.

What are the application deadlines and start dates for the online International Business program?

You may start the online International Business program in the spring, summer, or fall sessions. Please review the chart below for the application deadlines.

How fast can I complete the M.S. in International Business?

You can earn your degree in as few as 18 months full-time, or complete the program part-time at your convenience.

Is the online International Business program accredited?

Yes. The online International Business program at the University of Delaware is delivered through the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics, which has been accredited by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) for more than 50 years. AACSB accreditation is the highest standard of accreditation for business schools in the world, and a distinction fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide have earned.

Does the online International Business program accept transfer credits? If so, how many?

Yes, this program accepts up to six transfer credits with the approval of the program director.