Associate of Science Degree in International Business Management
(60 Credits)
Hybrid Modality
Program Objective
The Associate of Science in International Business Management is a 60 credit hour program that prepares graduates for entry level management positions. The program introduces students to principles of marketing, management, finance and communication to ensure the comprehension of the critical role of strong entrepreneurial foundations in the international business arena.
Students develop critical and leadership skills by examining business case studies. Students apply and create customer-driven experiences based on the business theoretical frameworks by participating in a business expo.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Identify principles of marketing, management, finance, and communication to analyze and solve problems in global business environments.
- Demonstrate proficiency in written, verbal, and digital communication skills for professional and multicultural business settings.
- Integrate ethical reasoning, cultural awareness, and UIC’s holistic approach into decision-making and everyday business practices in international contexts.
Curriculum
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | COURSE TYPE | TOTAL COURSE CREDIT/CLOCK HOURS |
| General Education | 15 | ||
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | General Education | 3 |
| ENC 1101 | English Composition I | General Education | 3 |
| ENC 1102 | English Composition II | General Education | 3 |
| EUH 1000 | Western Civilization | General Education | 3 |
| BSC 1005 | General Biology | General Education | 3 |
| Core Credits | 21 | ||
| MAN 1020 | Introduction to Management | Core/Required | 3 |
| ACG 1001 | Principles of Accounting | Core/Required | 3 |
| ENT 2612 | Entrepreneurial Creativity And Innovation | Core/Required | 3 |
| MAR 2142 | Global Marketing | Core/Required | 3 |
| FIN 2600 | International Finance | Core/Required | 3 |
| ECO 2000 | Principles of Economics | Core/Required | 3 |
| SLS 1205 | Self-Empowerment | Core/Required | 3 |
| Recommended Electives | 24 | ||
| CGS 1848 | Google Tools and Apps | Elective | 3 |
| COM 2100 | Business Communications | Elective | 3 |
| PPE 2001 | Introduction to Personality | Elective | 3 |
| SPC 1608 | Public Speaking | Elective | 3 |
| INR 2002 | International Relations | Elective | 3 |
| GEB 3150 | Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation | Elective | 3 |
| MAR 1011 | Principles of Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| HLP 131 | Stress Management and Yoga | Elective | 3 |