International Business

What You Will Learn

At Loyola, International Business is more than a major—it’s an education that takes you beyond borders. You’ll study the forces that shape global markets, explore how culture and politics influence business, and put your knowledge into practice through required language study and international experiences. By the time you graduate, you won’t just understand business—you’ll know how to apply it across cultures, economies, and opportunities worldwide.

Get to know our international business faculty, and then explore the requirements of the degree program below.

International business coursework supplements a core business curriculum from the economics, marketing, management, and accounting departments. You’ll also either take an internship abroad or study abroad and complete an internship at home. Here’s a sample of what you can expect to learn and do:

International Business Course Information

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Curriculum Requirements

Curriculum Requirements by Entering Year

Sample Courses

The International Business curriculum combines Loyola’s business core courses in economics, marketing, management, and accounting with specialized global coursework and real-world immersion. In addition to studying abroad, you’ll complete an internship—either internationally or at home with a global focus—giving you the experience employers expect.

Skills you will learn

• Hard Skills: International finance, global marketing, economics, supply chain management, and regional business practices.
• Soft Skills: Cultural awareness, cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and global problem-solving.

Here’s a preview of the classes that shape your international business path:

• International Management

Learn the essentials of managing people and organizations across borders, with a focus on cultural differences, leadership styles, and global teamwork.

• International Entrepreneurship

Discover how entrepreneurs launch and grow businesses internationally. From global startup ecosystems to scaling across borders, you’ll see how innovation drives opportunity.

• Emerging Markets: Latin America or Asia

Dive into the fast-changing economies of Latin America or Asia. This course examines growth opportunities, regulatory challenges, and cultural dynamics shaping these regions.

• Global Production Networks

Follow how goods and services move through worldwide supply chains. You’ll look at logistics, sourcing, and the strategies companies use to stay competitive.

• Special Topics in Business: Costa Rica (January Term)

A two-week faculty-led immersion into sustainability, entrepreneurship, and culture in Costa Rica. Learn firsthand how business and the environment connect in a global context. More info here.

• Doing Business in Europe: Rome Summer Session

Study international business in partnership with the American University of Rome. This summer course explores European markets, institutions, and culture—right in the heart of Italy. More info here.