What if I need a class, but it isn’t offered?
If the class is offered at least once a year (either fall or spring), then you are obligated to take that course. We can only substitute a course if it was not offered at all. If a course is not offered at all, i.e., business econ concentration courses, then you must contact the Program Director […]
What if I need to appeal?
If you need to appeal for any reason, you must contact Program Director first about your situation, and they will help you afterward.
What if I want to choose a minor?
Students on the 2021 or 2022 catalog can still choose a minor, but the minor will be for whichever catalog year they are in at the time of the minor request. (Example: Finance minor (2024-2025), if added this year.)
Do I need to have an internship to graduate?
Yes, you need either one domestic or international internship to graduate. Domestic internships should be related to Global Business and your concentration or double major. Credit hours: 0, 1, 2 or 3 credit hours. Recommend: 0 credit hours Hours to be worked: >160 hours for 0, 1, 2 credit hours >240 hours for 3 credit […]
Do I need to complete any community service hours?
Yes, you will be responsible for completing 100 community service hours and reporting them to UTDServ. (You will be auto-enrolled in BA 4095 once you have completed the 100 hours) You can also have zero or 3 semester credit hours of either IMS 4335, BPS 4396, ENTP 4340, MKT 4360 and OPRE 4391. Community Engagement […]
Do Global Business students have to take a foreign language course?
No – it is not required for our students to complete any foreign language class. 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 take foreign language classes and continue learning their selected foreign […]
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. All available double […]
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. 2023-2025 a semester studying abroad taking at least 9 semester credit hours applicable to their major. or 1 JSOM faculty-led trip course (“Regional Management Area Studies”) or International Internship