International Business

International BusinessDo you like to travel? Do other cultures fascinate you? Match your interests with a solid business foundation and the Bachelor of Commerce in International Business to carve out your place in the world of global commerce.

Almost all businesses in Canada have an international connection with suppliers, customers, regulators or designers. Skilled business professionals who can bring an international perspective, coupled with international experience, are always in demand. At Sprott, you’ll get the solid international business foundation and global perspective needed to succeed. You will also gain in-depth knowledge of international finance, marketing and business strategies, as well as the interpersonal skills needed to manage culturally diverse environments.

You also have the option of studying abroad for up to one year at one of Carleton University’s 84 partner institutions located in 29 countries around the world, without having to meet the language requirements of the BIB program.

The Sprott School of Business is accredited by the Network of International Business Schools (NIBS).

Course Highlights

BUSI 3703 International and Comparative Management

Behaviour of end-consumers, business and government buyers, and investors in the international context. National, cross-national, and subnational segments and behaviour differences. Adaptation vs. standardisation strategies in the context of socio-psychological, legal, technological, international procurement rules, and other constraints and opportunities.

BUSI 3704 The Environment of International Business

Theories linking environmental factors and business strategy as a basis for study of some major factors and institutions shaping international business strategy. International trade patterns, regionalization, shifts in international finance, research and development and transnational data flows.

BUSI 4707 Regionalism and Globalization

Trends in globalization versus supra- and sub-national regionalism. Role of international institutions (e.g. OECD, WTO). Strategy adaptation and integration within and across trade blocs (e.g. NAFTA, EU, Mercosur, ASEAN). Strategies for sub-national markets with similarities across different countries.

BUSI 4709 Strategic Management for International Business

Analysis and evaluation of the organization’s global and national strategies. Emphasis on firms’ market-entry strategies and on the unique problems of managing in distant and different cultures.

Curious about your timetable?

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Outside the Classroom

NIBS Competition

The Network of International Business Schools (NIBS) annual case competition is an international experience. In this competition,  In this competition, you’ll have the opportunity to test your international business knowledge and skills against business students from across North America, Europe and other parts of the world

Sprott International Business Association

SIBA brings together Sprott IB and international exchange students to meet new people, learn about different cultures and understand the diversity that exists at Carleton.

Embassies

A number of the embassies in Ottawa offer programs to familiarize students with their cultures and business opportunities. Contact yours directly for more information.

Career Opportunities

  • Trade Associate
  • Customs Inspector
  • Cultural Advisor
  • International Business Advisor

What our Students Say

International Business student Christine Jackson shares her experiences at the Sprott School of Business.

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