Global Business Studies Major, B.A.
Bachelor of Arts
Welcome to Our International Business & Global Studies Programs!
Would you like to be a part of the global business world?
As business and countries become increasingly interdependent, there has been a dramatic increase in firms doing business across international borders. As a result, there is an increasing demand for employees who understand and are able to navigate the global context of business. This includes expertise in the logistics of trade, cross-border investments, cultural differences, legal differences, & the challenges of working in diverse business environments.
Did You Know?
- Colorado businesses export over $9.0 billion worth of goods annually.
- Colorado is the #1 state in exporting computer and electronic products.
- 21% of all Colorado jobs are supported by international trade.
- Export-related jobs pay up to 18% above the national average!
- Colorado top exports are: Canada, Mexico, China, Korea and Japan.
- Over 5,500 Colorado companies export goods.
- 87% of Colorado companies that export are SMEs (with fewer than 500 employees).
- Nearly 5% of Colorado’s private industry employment results from foreign investment into the State.
Why Study International Business?
Students can expand their career opportunities by gaining knowledge of other cultures, building cross-cultural communication skills, and developing awareness of the social, cultural, and economic characteristics of other countries. Studying international business provides students with insights about the global economic and business climates.