More About the Program
The mission of the Briar Cliff University Business Department is to deliver a quality education and develop individuals who can provide leadership in a changing global environment, within an ethical and socially responsible framework. This is accomplished through a broad education using business theory and practice and based upon a liberal arts foundation. 
Briar Cliff University is an Educational Member of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), recognizing the University's commitment to excellence in business education and continuous improvement. Educational Membership provides opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and access to resources that support high-quality business programs. Educational Membership does not indicate accreditation by the IACBE.
The department's goals are based on a concept that emphasizes not only technical competence but also the ethics of professional service, thus seeking to foster sensitivity and responsiveness to social responsibilities as well as the ability to identify and pursue personal opportunities. The faculty endeavor to achieve these goals through a variety of teaching techniques including lectures, cases, role-playing, seminars, directed study, internships and computer team simulations. The department arranges and supervises internships (i.e. actual job situations) for qualified juniors and seniors.
The international business major is designed to prepare students for positions in large businesses with global operations. The program builds on a foundation of liberal arts courses and provides the educational background to begin a career in international business. The program design seeks to insure that students attain a broad perspective on the unique feature of multi-national businesses thus preparing them for successful careers in global reaching enterprises.
Upon graduation, students majoring in International Business will be able to demonstrate competencies in the core areas of research, problem solving, statistical analysis, computer skills, and oral and written communications. They will be able to apply ethical reasoning to the decision making process and demonstrate personal and team leadership skills. Graduates will be able to exhibit skills and have the ability to apply fundamental knowledge in the areas of economics, finance, information systems, law and management as they relate to multinational businesses. These skills will allow graduates to progress in a career or to pursue advanced studies.
Career Options
- Corporation Management
- Financial Consultant
- Management Analyst
- Sales Coordinator
- Trade Specialist
- Market Manager
- International Policy Analyst
- Logistics Manager