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International Business Administration: BS, Alliant Mexico (3+1 program)


The Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration (IBA) recognizes that the growing economic interdependence among nations has created an acute awareness of the need for international course offerings. This program addresses the growing worldwide demand for graduates with greater managerial capability in transnational business and economics. The IBA program prepares you for advanced study and entry-level professional positions in the international business arena. Courses in this program provide a liberal, global-centric and intercultural education, and place a strong emphasis on the practical applications of business knowledge in the international environment. Students in the ASM IBA Program will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experiences by doing an internship in an industry of interest, thereby gaining an up-to-date awareness of the latest trends and developments in the globally integrated economy.

Goals and Objectives


Student Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the interdisciplinary theoretical foundation that underlies the practice of business and management, in both the domestic and international arenas,
  • Apply pertinent theories and principles in the conceptualization and design of business and management projects, programs and campaigns,
  • Understand and able to apply systemic and critical thinking skills to the analysis and design of business and management projects, programs and campaigns,
  • Demonstrate a world view that reflects cultural appreciation and sensitivity and a sense of equity and social justice related to business and management,
  • Interpret and apply business, communication and management theories and principles in diverse organizational, workplace, cultural and international leadership situations,
  • Gain a competency  in consulting with and leading clients through the business and management planning process from conceptualization to implementation,
  • Understand the impact of technology on communication related to international business and management,
  • Demonstrate creativity and innovation in conceptualizing, designing and implementing international business and management projects, programs and campaigns,
  • Design and implement pertinent written, spoken and visual strategies and tactics for business and management projects, programs and campaigns,
  • Assess and evaluate the outcome(s) of an implemented business and management project, campaign or program

Curriculum and Degree Requirements


For the 3+1 International Business Administration program, 120 units are required. Of these requirements, 60 units are lower division coursework and 60 units are upper division coursework.