Business Administration – International Business Program (B131)

Program Description

Program Overview

The Business Administration – International Business three-year advanced diploma program gives you the skills you need to thrive in the exciting field of international business, including finance, sales, marketing, and human resources. Graduates of this program can look forward to roles like forecasting and replenishment analyst, merchandise assistant, purchasing coordinator, or logistics coordinator.

Full Description

In today's global marketplace, businesses are always on the lookout for opportunities to expand their operations beyond their own borders––and that's where you come in. Whether you're interested in working for a law firm, consulting firm, or other service provider, the Business Administration – International Business program will teach you how to appeal to an international demographic.

Upon graduation, you'll be ready to take on management, negotiation, research, planning, and other important roles in the international business sphere.

Here are some skills you’ll be able to show off after completion of the Business Administration – International Business advanced diploma program:

  • Navigating documents and procedures involved in moving products and services through a global supply chain
  • Ensuring your organization is meeting statutory and regulatory requirements in international business
  • Understanding different payment instruments and options available for international transactions
  • Developing foreign exchange strategies
  • Understanding how an organization's trade deals affect human resource issues

This Centre for Business program is part of our School of Management.

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Fourteen programs at the Centre for Business have earned international recognition from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Advanced diploma and diploma programs at the Schools of Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, Management, and Marketing and the Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Services) program at the School of Accounting and Finance have ACBSP accreditation. George Brown is now one of only two colleges in Ontario to have earned ACBSP accreditation.   

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Your Field Education Options

This program (B131) is also offered with work experience. Students who wish to apply for Business Administration – International Business with work experience should apply to B161.

In addition to on-the-job work experience, George Brown College endeavours to provide field education opportunities with real-world challenges and clients. Find out more about field education at the Centre for Business.

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

 The world is now considered a global marketplace with organizations continually seeking opportunities to expand operations across national borders. Organizations across all industries including law firms, consulting firms, manufacturers of goods and providers of services cater to an international clientele. Potential positions may include:

  • forecasting and replenishment analyst
  • merchandise assistant
  • purchasing assistant
  • purchasing co-ordinator
  • logistics co-ordinator
There are many pathways into the Business Administration - International Business Advanced Diploma B131 including high school, work, the Business Diploma program, and other college or university programs. After graduating from the program, students can go to work, or they can further their education through a graduate certificate, a professional credential or designation, or a college or university degree

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
 
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

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