Do Global Business students have to take a foreign language course?
Yes — it is required for our students to complete 6 credit hours in the same foreign language. However, it is not the number of classes you take but the ability to communicate that will make you successful. In addition to the entry-level courses, we recommend that students continue learning their selected foreign language during […]
What makes the Global Business program competitive in the global marketplace?
In today’s global business environment, companies are looking for students who can understand cultural and regulatory challenges when working with their overseas partners or clients. Through their international experiences, our students can build a unique skill set to recognize international challenges and opportunities.
What do Global Business graduates do after completing the program?
With the support of the program, our students create their own paths to success. After graduation, they work at multinational companies, consulting firms and governmental and non-governmental institutions. Some of our graduates decide to pursue specialized master’s degrees in the United States and internationally. Our graduates are also well-positioned for law school. If you are […]
How can students benefit from doing a double major with a Global Business degree?
The Global Business program offers versatile career preparation and a competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Our students are well-equipped to be employed in the United States and internationally. By double majoring in Global Business and their functional major, students can strengthen their skill set and become sought after by multinational companies.
Where can Global Business students study abroad?
Our list of academic partners continues to grow, and we are frequently adding new universities. Your desired location is most likely on the list, but please meet with the Study Abroad representative and your program director to discuss your countries/institutions of interest.
Are there scholarships to help with funding study abroad opportunities?
Yes – please check with the UTD Education Abroad Office, JSOM Study Abroad Office and your Program Director for scholarship opportunities.
Should Global Business students engage in more than one international experience?
We recommend that our students participate in more than one international experience to broaden their skillsets, visit new places, develop their global networks and build their résumés. We recommend that our students spend a semester overseas at one of our exchange partners (Sophomore year), take a local internship at a multinational company in the U.S. […]
Do Global Business students have to study abroad?
Yes – to meet our program requirements, students must either have one semester-long exchange program, one international internship or two faculty-led Jindal Global Experience (JGE) courses.