If you love foreign cultures
as much as you love to conduct business, more
than a few Fortune 500 companies would like to
have a word with you! The explosion of global
trade has created a surge in demand for international
business specialists. For business majors who
can't wait to start their day with a donut in
New York and finish it with sushi in Tokyo, the
corporate world extends tremendous opportunities
for personal and professional growth.
A bachelor of science or
arts in international business is considered
to be the minimum requirement for entry level
positions within North American businesses with
overseas markets.
Sample Career Opportunities
- Human Resources
Human Resources includes
payroll and employee benefits, recruiting,
job description development, mediation, and
many other areas. With the growth of the global
marketplace, an international business understanding
can give you an exceptional edge.
- Government
The US Government has many departments,
agencies and organizations that focus on various
aspects of international business issues. Such
careers are often less visibly advertised,
but they are growing. US citizenship is almost
always required along with certain qualifying
exams.
- Sales and Marketing
A demanding yet lucrative
field, sales and marketing opportunities are
available at many retail and service organizations.
The field of sales is a creative field where
employees receive direct compensation for productivity.
Skill with different cultural business trends
is especially helpful.
- Import/Export
The growth of the global marketplace
and the digital economy have lead to a direct
growth in Import/Export services. Technology,
international and domestic business law, cross-cultural
communication and other international business
skills will come into play in daily work activity.
- Manager
As a manger in any international
business setting, a broad foundation of business
skills such as an understanding of logistics,
basic economics, human resources, finance,
general management etc, will be essential.
Success in a domestic setting is often a prerequisite
to more culturally diverse responsibilities.
Skills Needed
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Strong market research capabilities
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Multiple
language skills
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Ability to respond well to change
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Clear and flexible communication skills
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Organization
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Exceptional professionalism
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Nich, C. (n.d.). Guide
to college majors in international business. Retrieved
November 25, 2006, from the World Wide Learn
Web site at www.worldwidelearn.com.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
(2005). Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved
November 11, 2006 from the U.S. Department of
Labor Web site at www.bls.gov. |
