The Global Business Ambassadors program attracts highly motivated, focused, and intellectually curious students who have a global perspective. The program provides the opportunity for future leaders in the world economy to develop a global business skill set through international study, travel, and work experiences.
A Global Business Ambassadors student has the opportunity to participate in ceremonies, networking events, dedicated courses, special corporate seminars, and placement services. A Global Business Ambassadors student will graduate with Honors recognition. Students joining the Global Business Ambassadors program are expected to join the IB Honors Society, the community/social responsibility arm of the program that engages students in compelling international service-learning projects.
The IB Department faculty highly recommend that students selected for the Global Business Ambassadors program pursue a double-major in Marketing or Finance.
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Undergraduate International Business Program (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
We are currently accepting applications.
Potential Careers
Global growth is shifting to emerging markets, with dramatically different economic, political and social systems. Estimates show that 70 percent of world growth over the next few years will come from emerging markets, with China and India accounting for 40 percent of that growth. Professionals with international business and multicultural knowledge will be in high demand. Job prospects are best for those with a broad-based understanding of the new challenges that international companies face, including the growing impact of social media on business communication across borders and nations (Occupational Handbook, Bureau of Labor Statistics).
Program Highlights
The Global Business Ambassadors program shares advanced business skills that reflect emerging trends in international business, while immersing you in an innovative, multicultural environment to hone your global business approach.
International Business Experience
Global Business Ambassadors students are given the opportunity to experience the real world of international business via their participation in an international business activity. This requirement can be fulfilled by enrollment in an extensive study abroad program or an international business internship anywhere in the world.
International Exploration
Students in the Global Business Ambassadors program will have the opportunity to be exposed to various topics and themes germane to international business through multidisciplinary coursework.
Honors Project
The Global Business Ambassadors program allows students to fulfill their IB Honors Project by doing an individual thesis, or becoming a member of a team which enters a national case or business plan competition, or by developing an individual business plan.
