International MBA. Compete Globally with an International MBA

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1 International MBA Compete Globally with an International MBA With an online International MBA from SNHU, you are preparing yourself to compete in the increasingly global 21st-century business world. Specially selected courses use a mix of theory and applied research to develop your mastery of this field and prepare you for high-level work in the international activities of firms doing business in other countries. Our innovative, leading-edge International MBA curriculum is taught by highly qualified faculty who integrate their research and professional experience into classes. Our International Business Department faculty members are well recognized in their fields of specialization. Their close connections with businesses and governmental organizations play a key role in the success of our graduates in our international business programs. An opportunity to visit multinational corporations in a variety of countries also gives our students a real-world view of international business. Since we enable you to tailor our International MBA programs around your interests, you will be able to acquire the specific knowledge base and skill sets you'll need to achieve your career goals. Graduates of our International MBA programs are working around the world in global finance, international trade, international marketing, management of companies overseas and international project development. Courses are conveniently offered year-round online and on campus. The GMAT and GRE are not required to be considered for acceptance. Regardless of what you ultimately plan to do, when you graduate with an International MBA from SNHU, you'll leave with: Greater cultural awareness By learning about foreign cultures, customs and practices, you'll expand your worldview and be better equipped to compete in the global marketplace. A thorough understanding of international business You'll discover how to take a holistic view of business by factoring in external influences on decision making, such as politics, international law, economic policies and cultural beliefs. Learn how to direct and manage businesses in a multinational environment with different political, economic, financial and regulatory systems. Knowledge of a specific discipline Whether you're interested in finance, marketing, accounting or another discipline, you will be able to customize your International MBA program around your interests and gain a fundamental understanding of that subject matter which you can then build on through further studies or career experiences. Effective research strategies As is the case with all SNHU MBA programs, you'll learn how to effectively gather and analyze data and information from a variety of new media resources.

2 Interpersonal communication skills Through written and oral presentations, you'll sharpen your ability to connect with people from different cultures and with different perspectives. You will gain an in-depth understanding of: the impact of international economic, social and political relationships on corporations. risk and funding strategies in international monetary relationships. key issues in identifying developing relationships within international markets. international trade, commercial policies, and how to improve international competitiveness. effective negotiation skills for working with people from different cultures and societies. how to formulate an international business strategy. Our International MBA curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation of theory and practice, taught by faculty with real-world business experience, in a classroom environment where students get the opportunity to interact and share best practices with peers from more than 80 countries around the world. Why Choose SNHU s International MBA? Focused knowledge: You will have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge by selecting a concentration or combining electives that focus on your area of interest. Our 21 MBA concentrations cover a wide variety of business verticals and subjects. Each concentration is made up of three specially selected courses to provide you with comprehensive knowledge in your area of interest. Affordability - One of the most affordable online or on-campus International MBA programs available today from a respected, private, nonprofit university. Academic heritage Southern New Hampshire University was established in 1932 and has been offering online degree programs since We are one of the leading International Business programs in the U.S., with bachelor s, master s and doctoral programs. Accreditation - Programs are accredited by seven governing agencies, including the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and the European Council for Business Education. Speed Earn your International MBA in as few as 21 months, with two courses per 11-week term. Balance Course work merges theory and practice so you can use tomorrow what you learned in class today. Faculty - Classes for SNHU s International MBA programs are taught by business faculty with advanced degrees and extensive international experience who deliver a dynamic curriculum. Flexibility - Take courses online, on campus, at an off-campus center or any combination thereof. Study full or part time. Small classes - Generally between 20 and 30 students per course.

3 Optional overseas study - Participate in an optional two-week summer program studying business practices in countries with emerging markets, such as Russia, China, Brazil, the Czech Republic or Turkey Research Use our International Business Modeling Laboratory for quantitative and technical research activities Unique courses SNHU offers a unique variety of specialized international business courses. Alumni Outstanding networking opportunities with your peers and with in-state, national and international alumni groups. International MBA Curriculum The International MBA curriculum is built on a 10-course core that is designed to provide academic rigor and the body of knowledge you would expect in a traditional MBA, but with truly international business-focused content. It also provides the flexibility for you to customize your degree with classes that focus on specific topics of interest. Choose to take electives or select a concentration area to complete your International MBA. Students will progress through the core courses and then through electives or a concentration track. To earn your degree, you will complete 10 International MBA core courses and either three elective business courses or three concentration courses, for a minimum of 13 courses (39 credits). Those with non-business academic backgrounds may be required to take foundation courses. Students requiring foundation courses often choose the elective option because it provides the added flexibility of using some foundation courses to fulfill their elective requirements. Students choosing the elective option are also able to pursue a graduate certificate in addition to their degree program (typically at a reduced credit load, depending on the electives selected). International MBA Curriculum Core Courses The 10-course MBA core was developed to help students succeed in today's competitive and diverse business global environment. It provides the functional skill set and broad knowledge base to help you develop business strategies to make you a more effective leader. ACC 500 Managerial Accounting FIN 500 Financial Management QSO 635 International Supply Chain Management INT 601 Global Entrepreneurship INT 610 Multinational Corporate Environment INT 620 Multinational Corporate Finance INT 640 Multinational Marketing Strategies INT 650 International Trade and Competitiveness INT 660 International Negotiations INT 700 Multinational Business Strategy - Capstone

4 International MBA Curriculum Electives Track The electives track features three graduate business courses of your choice in addition to the 10- course core. SNHU offers hundreds of courses to choose from; students can seek to develop a specific area of expertise or choose a variety of courses to add more breadth to your general management foundation. International MBA Curriculum Concentrations Track The International MBA program offers more than 20 career-oriented concentrations, which provide a convenient way to focus your education to your field or a field into which you are seeking to transition. Each three-course concentration was specifically designed to provide depth in a specialized field. International MBA Concentrations List Accounting Athletic Administration Corporate Social Responsibility Entrepreneurship Finance Forensic Accounting Healthcare Informatics Healthcare Management Human Resource Management Internet Marketing IT Management Justice Studies Marketing Operations & Supply Chain Management Project Management Quantitative Analysis Social Media Marketing Sport Management Sustainability and Environmental Compliance Workplace Conflict Management International MBA Curriculum Foundation Courses Some students may be required to take foundation courses as prerequisites for more advanced IMBA material. Students with business-related undergraduate degrees typically are exempt from most foundation courses. In many cases, students choosing the electives track are able to apply credit hours from their foundation courses against their elective requirements. MBA 501 Mathematics and Statistics for Business MBA 502 Economics for Business

5 MBA 503 Financial Reporting and Analysis MBA 610 Business Law OL 500 Human Behavior in Organizations International MBA Admission The backgrounds of students in SNHU's International MBA programs vary widely. While the majority of students have undergraduate degrees in business, some successful participants have undergraduate degrees in foreign languages, social sciences and natural sciences. Most are employed in a capacity in which an International MBA will provide an academic credential and a body of knowledge that will impact their careers. A common denominator for success is a willingness to appreciate and work with other cultures and to travel overseas. International MBA acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis. You may apply at any time; most students receive a decision within a few days of submitting all the materials. To apply: Contact an admission advisor at who can provide you with more information and help you determine which options are right for you. Complete the SNHU application form. Submit the $40 application fee Waiver Send your undergraduate transcript(s) from the institution(s) where you earned your bachelor's degree to SNHU, 33 S. Commercial St., Manchester, NH If your transcript is not in English, please send an English translation. Submit your resume.