Master of Business Administration: International Business Specialization

Stonehill's Master of Business Administration with a focus in international business provides business professionals with the skills to manage business operations across international borders.

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An MBA With a Focus in International Business

Stonehill's Master of Business Administration (MBA) program allows aspiring business leaders to broaden their business knowledge and hone their skill set and apply them both in ways beneficial to their organizations and society.

Through the international business specialization, students gain the skills to manage business operations across international borders, focusing on global markets, cultures, legal frameworks and economic systems. Students will gain skills in managing the networks used to produce and transport goods and services across different markets and spanning multiple countries and continents to source materials, manufacture products and market them to consumers.

Through this specialization, students will:

  • Understand the nuances of communication and human resource management in an international organization.
  • Identify key financial issues relevant to an international business's success.
  • Develop successful approaches to global supply chain management.
  • Identify the relevant legal issues when managing a global business.
  • Develop awareness and understanding of key cultural, political and economic factors relevant to international businesses.

All MBA students are required to take a set of core courses as well as the specialization courses to complete their program. For the entrepreneurship specialization, courses such as Global Supply Chain Management and International Culture, Politics & Economics broaden their understanding and strengthen their ability to manage business operations internationally. The 36-credit program includes a combination of thought leadership, collaborative projects and hands-on simulations.

Growing Demand for International Business Leaders

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects managerial roles to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2033, and with many multinational corporations (MNCs) headquartered in the United States, now is the time to gain the in-demand skills to oversee global operations, including sales, marketing and manufacturing, among others.

$163,669
Average Salary

The average salary for an international business manager is $163,669, according to Glassdoor.

33%
multinational corporations in U.S.

33% of the more than 200,000 multinational corporations (MNCs) globally are headquartered in the United States, according to Global Data.

44.3 million
U.S. multinational enterprise employees

There are 44.3 million workers employed worldwide by U.S. MNCs, a 2% increase from 2022 to 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Sample Courses

Global Supply Chain Management

This course provides an in-depth examination of global supply chain management's strategic, operational, and financial aspects. Students will explore key topics such as supply chain design, logistics, procurement, inventory management, risk mitigation, and the impact of globalization on supply networks. The course emphasizes the integration of supply chain processes across international markets, the role of technology in optimizing efficiency, and the challenges posed by geopolitical and economic factors. Key topics include basic supply chain metrics, tradeoffs in making supply chain decisions, and tools for effective and efficient supply chain management, production planning and inventory control, order fulfillment, and supply chain coordination. Through case studies and real-world applications, students will develop the skills to manage complex supply chains, enhance global sourcing strategies, and improve overall supply chain success and resilience.

International Communications & HR Management

The course explores the development and management of human resources in international, multinational, global, and transnational firms. It explores the complexity, challenges, and choices managers encounter and their strategies to effectively develop and manage their international workforce in culturally and geographically diverse environments. The course examines key topics such as global talent management, international labor laws, diversity and inclusion, expatriate management, and conflict resolution in an international business context. The course emphasizes the role of effective communication in managing a global workforce, fostering collaboration across cultures, and navigating the complexities of international HR policies.

International Culture, Politics & Economics

This course examines the complex relationship between domestic and international politics and culture and how they influence economic relations for businesses operating in the global arena. Topics include major types of cross-border flows and the policies and international institutions that regulate them: the flow of goods (trade policy), people (immigration policy), production (foreign investment policy), capital (financial and exchange rate policy), and information (data policy). The course emphasizes critical analysis of contemporary global issues, including economic inequality, political conflicts, cultural identity, and the impact of international organizations such as the UN, IMF, and World Bank. Through case studies, research, and in-depth discussion, students will develop an understanding of the interconnected forces that drive global change and influence decision-making in international business organizations.

Earn a Graduate Certificate in International Business

For professionals looking to expand their knowledge in international business, Stonehill also offers a five-course professional certificate in international business. This certificate provides a way for business professionals to gain the valuable knowledge and skills to strategically manage a global organization.

If a student completes the International Business Graduate Certificate and wishes to pursue their master's degree in business administration, these courses can be applied toward the master's degree.

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Graduate & Professional Studies Admission

gpsadmission@stonehill.edu
508-565-1600
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Graduate & Professional Studies Admission assists students as they explore graduate and professional opportunities offered at Stonehill College. 

Kristin M. McGillicuddy

Kristin M. McGillicuddy

Professor of Practice in Graduate Marketing and Director, Graduate Business Administration Program
kmcgillicuddy@stonehill.edu
508-565-1147
Duffy 285
Graduate Studies

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