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Master of International Business Administration - Working Professionals

"Combine more than 30 years of innovative graduate course delivery with a location in one of the country's centers of foreign trade and you will find a Master of International Business Administration Program second to none."

The Master of International Business Administration degree (M.I.B.A.) offers exciting, unique, and concentrated coverage of highly relevant international topics in a curriculum designed for global managers and entrepreneurs. The program assists you in leading your organization to meet the growing demand for highly trained managers in the international arena. The M.I.B.A. can help you achieve your personal goals for success in the international business world, while greatly enhancing your value in the corporate workplace.

Program Features:

For a description of these courses, including prerequisite requirements, see the Course Descriptions - Master of International Business Administration page.

Ruth Clarke, Ph.D. - Associate Professor and Chair of International Business; Ph.D., Massachusetts Amherst, 1989. Strategy, new venture creation, international business.

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Curriculum - Master of International Business Administration (Working Professionals) Offered on alternating weekends and online.

Each of the following is required (43 total credits). Students must complete core courses prior to enrollment in required courses.

Core Courses

Level One - Required Courses

Level Two - Required Courses

Optional Courses

Capstone - Select One

For a description of these courses, including prerequisite requirements, see the Course Descriptions - Master of International Business Administration page.

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Master of International Business Administration

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ISM 5804     Managing Information Systems Workshop  (0 cr.)

The online course introduces M.I.B.A. students to the use of technology for managing workload, information, and electronic access, and for completing online courses.

FIN 5805     Financial Decisions for International Managers  (3 cr.)

Delivered online, Financial Decisions for International Managers examines basic accounting concepts and corporate financial statement components, and develops students financial decision-making abilities. The course is developed as a preliminary requirement for more advanced work in the courses, International Accounting and International Finance. Financial statement analysis is considered to consist of the application of analytical tools and techniques to financial statements and data in order to derive measurements and relationships that are significant and useful for decision-making. This analysis can be used for objectives such as screening for the selection of investments or merger candidates. It can also be used as a forecasting tool for future financial conditions and results; a process of diagnosis for managerial, operating, or other problem areas; and a tool for the evaluation of management. Overall, the course places a strong emphasis on improving managerial decision-making. Prerequisites: ACTP 5001 and FINP 5008 or equivalents.

ECN 5806     International Economics  (3 cr.)

Students examine trade theory in the light of political economy, and the role of trade institutions in the regulation of international trade in goods and services. The course includes consideration of regional trading blocs and common markets, and global economic relations. Students learn about macroeconomic motivations for trade and consequent tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade by individual nations. Prerequisite: ECNP 5003 or equivalent.

MGT 5812     International Business Law  (3 cr.)

This course is a study of the international political, bureaucratic, and legal structures regulating and governing international trade and commerce, including multilateral and bilateral arrangements and organizations. Planning for the removal of trade barriers, methods of international contracting, and doing business abroad in the context of international legal environment will be a primary course focus. The definition and role of business ethics in national contexts is considered.

INB 5821     Cross Cultural Business Communication  (3 cr.)

This course provides the theoretical and experiential framework for examining the meaning of culture in global business. By focusing on the analysis of national and organizational cultures, it aims to increase the student's awareness of cultural values and communication differences and similarities. This course facilitates student learning about diversity in a professional and ethical manner, by providing knowledge, sensitivity, and respect for the values of others, but equally important, with knowledge of and respect for their own values. Additionally, the course provides students practical means of managing cultural differences and negotiating across cultures. The course is interdisciplinary, drawing from studies of communication, anthropology, and sociology.

MKT 5833     Global Marketing  (3 cr.)

This course is an overview of the unique aspects of marketing in the global economy that provides a framework for analysis. Emphasis is placed on the development of strategies for markets in diverse cultural, political, and economic situations. Focuses on foreign market analysis, target market identification, product planning, promotion, and channels of distribution. Prerequisite: MKTP 5005 and ENCP 5003.

ACT 5809     International Accounting  (3 cr.)

This course examines the international dimension of financial reporting and analysis. It provides students with an in-depth look at the multinational enterprise and the preparation and presentation of financial statements in different nations. Topics covered include international corporate taxation, transfer pricing, foreign currency translation, financial disclosure, and international accounting harmonization. Prerequisite: FIN 5805.

FIN 5815     International Finance  (3 cr.)

International Finance covers the broad scope of the international monetary system, examining financial markets and financial instruments. Investigating the interrelationship of foreign exchange operations with corporate financial management decisions leads students to understand the intricacies of finance, contiguous with international operations. Attention is paid to capital management and investment analysis in the context of risk exposure for foreign investment. Prerequisite: FIN 5805 and QNTP 5002.

HRM 5824     International Human Resource Management  (3 cr.)

This course examines the strategic role of international human resource management in conjunction with effective organizational structures, to meet the requirements of multinational corporations. Topics include international staffing, expatriation and repatriation, training, compensation, benefits, union and employee relations, labor law, health and safety issues. Students compare country-specific HRM practices, and they discuss the future of IHRM. Prerequisite: INB 5821.

INB 5827     Import/Export Principles and Practices  (3 cr.)

This course covers a comprehensive review and analysis of operations planning, documentation, financing, and transportation. Students learn about the role of service providers, such as freight forwarders, the importance of free trade zones, existing export regulations and control, and import tariff structures. Prerequisites: ECN 5806 and MGT 5812.

INB 5818     New International Ventures  (3 cr.)

New International Ventures focuses on developing students abilities to prepare to start a new international business. Students develop a specific business idea, then examine the political risk, market opportunity, and operating conditions of their international market destination. The business plan is developed using market research options, entry modes, resource allocation, financial projections, and overall strategy for new ventures. The emphasis is on developing the ability of students to start a new business in another country using the business plan model. Prerequisites: ECN 5806, ACT 5809, MGT 5812, FIN 5815, INB 5821, INB 5827, and MKT 5833.

INB 5830     Global Information Technology and Supply Chain Management  (3 cr.)

The competitive environment in today's global markets has forced manufacturing and service firms to integrate internal operations, outsource non-critical and even critical activities, establish strategic partnerships with suppliers, and develop integrated systems that link these separate activities into a seamless electronic organization capable of developing products and services, when, where, and how a customer desires. Without new technologies and new organizational forms, building and managing these complex global systems would be impossible. With them, however, the management of these internal and external supply chains is a formidable task. In recognition of this strategic challenge, this course explores the development and management of strategic global supply chains. Prerequisites: ECN 5806, MGT 5812, INB 5821, and MKT 5833. INB 5847 may substitute for INB 5830.

INB 5839     Global Strategy  (3 cr.)

Multinational firms compete globally for markets and resources and develop global strategy to guide them. This course focuses on understanding how firm's create competitive advantage in the global arena, and how firms can implement strategy, and covers the concepts of strategic management from a global perspective. The course uses an international corporate simulation which requires students to develop a strategy to lead their own company and implement the strategy through tactics for operations, management, marketing, finance, logistics, and manufacturing. The simulation is an interactive competition between firms and includes random environmental factors which play a moderating role by impacting the performance of individual firms. Students are measured by a 6 dimensional scorecard estimating their performance in each area and their preparation for the future. Prerequisites: ACT 5809, ECN 5806, FIN 5805, FIN 5815, HRM 5824, INB 5821, INB 5827, MGT 5812, and MKT 5833.

INB 5840     Multinational Diversification Strategies  (3 cr.)

An examination of theoretical foundations and practical multinational diversification strategies. In an integrative, interdisciplinary approach, the course examines strategic management of corporate growth decisions, such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances, divestitures and liquidations. Students will develop conceptual and analytical skills required for effective multinational portfolio adjustment. Prerequisites: ACT 5809, ECN 5806, FIN 5805, FIN 5815, HRM 5824, INB 5821, INB 5827, MGT 5812, and MKT 5833.

INB 5847     International Field Seminar  (3 cr.)

The international seminar is designed to develop graduate students understanding and knowledge of international business in a foreign nation. Based on the assumption that immersion in an alternative national setting is an extremely powerful method of learning, each year the course is offered in a center of foreign business. The increasing interlocking of national interests presents additional challenges and opportunities for business organizations. Corporations of all sizes face a range of challenges and decisions, which are affected by changes in free trade possibilities and common-market bloc agreements. The weeklong series of seminars, held at a host educational institution, covers a broad range of topics, linked by a common focus on international strategy. M.I.B.A. students take this course as a substitute for either Global Supply Chain Management or Multinational Diversification Strategies. Students are examined on completion of the week seminar. Prerequisites: Full matriculation, completion of a minimum of 12 credit hours of academic studies, and a 3.0 GPA. Both INB 5846 and INB 5847 may not be taken for academic credit. Students wishing to take both courses should contact their advisor for details.

INB 5109     Master of International Business Administration Internship  (3 cr.)

M.I.B.A. Internship (3 Credits): The Huizenga School fosters learning through the application of classroom theory in the workplace. M.I.B.A. students have the option of participating in the Internship Program for academic credit. In conjunction with our corporate partners, students work under supervision developing their managerial capabilities. The minimum requirement for the internship is completion of 200 hours of work during one term. M.I.B.A. students take this course as a 3 credit substitute for INB 5830, International Supply Chain Management. Course registration for internship is done through the Huizenga School Office of Academic Advising, not online, after conferral with the M.B.A./M.I.B.A. Intern Program Office. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS: Full matriculation, good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0, good financial standing with the University, and completion of a minimum of 18 GPA credit hours in M.I.B.A. program. VISA REQUIREMENTS: International students with a U.S. student visa are eligible for an internship (paid or nonpaid) after completion of 18 credits. Approval by the NSU Office of International Students is required (Curricular Practical Training).

INB 5846     International Seminar  (4 cr.)

Designed as an optional capstone course for the M.I.B.A. program the international seminar develops graduate students understanding and knowledge of international business in a foreign nation. Based on the assumption that immersion in an alternative national setting is an extremely powerful method of learning, each year the course is offered in a center of foreign business. The increasing interlocking of national interests presents additional challenges and opportunities for business organizations. Corporations of all sizes face a range of challenges and decisions, which are affected by changes in free trade possibilities and common-market bloc agreements. The weeklong series of seminars, held at a host educational institution, covers a broad range of topics, linked by a common focus on international strategy. Student must complete the seminar exam and a written report on return to USA. Prerequisites: Full matriculation, completion of a minimum of 12 credit hours of academic studies, and a 3.0 GPA. Both INB 5846 and INB 5847 may not be taken for academic credit. Students wishing to take both courses should contact their advisor for details.

INB 5848     Strategic International Decisions  (4 cr.)

Strategic International Decisions is designed as a capstone course for the M.I.B.A. Program, integrating skills developed throughout the M.I.B.A. curriculum. The workshop covers personal and business strategies that create value for the individual and the organization. Topics covered include international career decisions, such as national identity, recruitment, remuneration, immigration and emigration, international taxation and estate taxes, change management, international leadership, cross-cultural ethics, strategies for changing locations of businesses and assets, corporate responsibility to foreign employees, and the national identification of corporations. Prerequisites: Full matriculation, completion of all required courses, and a 3.0 GPA. This class does not calculate into the student's GPA. This course is not financial aid eligible when taken by itself in one term.

MGT 5101     Master's Thesis  (4 cr.)

The development and preparation of an independent research thesis. Prerequisites: Full matriculation, completion of all required courses, and a 3.0 GPA. This class is pass/fail and does not calculate into the students GPA.

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ACTP 5001     Introductory Accounting  (3 cr.)

An accelerated introductory course stressing the essential elements of accounting skills that will be used in the master's degree program. Managerial uses of accounting data and preparation of financial statements will be covered in this course. Course satisfies program prerequisite of financial accounting for master's degree programs.

ECNP 5003     Introductory Economics  (3 cr.)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with economic issues of the day (e.g., inflation and recession as they affect family and national income). Students will recognize relationships among prices, wages, profits, and supply and demand as they influence daily lives. Course satisfies program prerequisite of economics for master's degree programs.

MKTP 5005     Introductory Marketing  (3 cr.)

This is a survey of the essentials of marketing. Covers the nature of marketing and its environment, selecting target markets, marketing research, customer behavior, and forecasting sales. Emphasis on marketing strategy planning. Course satisfies the program prerequisite of marketing for master's degree programs.

FINP 5008     Business Finance  (3 cr.)

A survey of the essentials of finance and its environment. Financial management as it applies to organizations, ratio analysis, leverage, working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, and other concepts as they apply to business organizations. Course satisfies program prerequisite of finance for master's degree programs.