International Business
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These pages are currently under revision, and may not have a complete list of programs. Please contact Hannah Nevitt to explore all program options.
The following programs offer significant coursework and immersion opportunities for International Business and AACSB Accredited Programs. This is meant to highlight a variety of programs by region. Please note there are many other options available beyond what is listed. This is not a guaranteed list for credit transfer. Students must obtain department advisor approval for fulfilling degree requirements. Students must apply to both the provider through the links below, and to WWU Education Abroad.
The International Business program (IBUS) expects that the program be of sufficient length to provide a meaningful experience abroad. If the program you select is less than six weeks in length, you will need to either combine it with a second program (e.g. a one month academic program plus another short internship with international content) or combine the short period of study abroad with a year of language study at WWU to satisfy the international experience requirement in the IBUS program.
University Catalog: IBUS BA requirements, IBUS Minor
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Advising Info
After you decide on a program and the courses you will take abroad, you must complete the Departmental Academic Advising Esign Form with your academic advisor.
ON RETURN from Study Abroad: For Business School Course Approvals: Students must submit the Transfer Equivalency E-sign form for credit transfer. Please plan to meet with your specific CBE advisor for consultation on course approvals.
At least 50% of the credit hours required for the major/minor must be earned at Western.
An official transcript from your program must be sent to Education Abroad for processing upon completion of your program.
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- In addition to the university-wide study abroad scholarships in the link above, we offer a significant number of $1000 scholarship stipends for the extra costs of studying abroad. Applying for the WWU Foundation Scholarship application will automatically qualify you for consideration for these IBUS-specific awards.
- Note that you can still apply for College of Business and Economics general scholarship awards.
- Things to Consider
- Cost of Living around the World
- Consider an International Studies Minor to globalize your degree
Program Options
- Independent organizations that facilitate or administer study abroad programs for students
- Quarter, semester, academic year, calendar year, and summer
- Pay a program fee that includes tuition, housing, etc. (varies)
- More services provided
- Often includes excursions, onsite pickup, varied housing options
- Part time internships can be available for credit
- WWU faculty organize and lead academic programs abroad
- Quarter, summer, and academic breaks
- Earn WWU credits and learn from WWU faculty abroad while studying with other WWU students
- Pay tuition and fees at WWU in addition to a program fee for onsite costs
- Bilateral agreements between WWU and universities abroad to exchange students
- Chance of placement is high
- Semester and year-long options
- Pay WWU in-state tuition and mandatory fees
- Room & board paid onsite
- Take courses with international students at universities abroad
- Eligibility requirements vary
- More independent and less services
- ISEP stands for International Student Exchange Program
- Students can choose from over 135 universities in 36 different countries
- Students provide ISEP with a list of preferred sites. Chance of placement varies from site to site.
- Semester & year-long options only
- Pay WWU in-state tuition and mandatory fees
- Room & board paid to WWU
- Take courses with international students at universities abroad
- More independent and less services provided
Research, Fellowships & Grants
WWU College of Business (CBE) Scholarships
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Any CBE pre-major or major interested in studying abroad or an international educational experience may complete the application for the Dr. Steve Globerman International Academic Scholarship.
Additionally, International Business pre-majors and majors may apply for the International Business Study Abroad Scholarship. The International Study Abroad Scholarship has been relocated to Education Abroad. Please visit this page for information about scholarships and scholarship deadlines for study abroad.
Princeton in Asia Fellowship - Teaching and Service Field Placements in Asia Post Grad
While more than half of the Fellows are employed as English teachers at universities, colleges, and high schools, there are also specialized positions with organizations that contribute to the following global issues: education, environmental sustainability, public health, media, economic development, and peace, justice, and access to information.
Award amount: Local stipend paid directly by the host organization. The stipend is intended to cover the cost of safe housing, clean food and drinking water, basic telecommunications, and local travel.
UK Fulbright: UCL School of Management - Entrepreneurship Award
Covers one year Msc in Entrepreneurship at the institution's School of Management. The living stipend is intended as a contribution towards general maintenance costs towards the first year in the UK. In the UK, master's degrees are typically one-year programmes (full-time) and PhDs are three-year programmes (full-time).
Award amount: Full tuition waiver, £16,500 living stipend
UK Fulbright: London School of Economics & Political Science Award
Covers first year of any MA degree offered by the university. In the UK, master's degrees are typically one-year programmes (full-time) and PhDs are three-year programmes (full-time).
The living stipend is intended as a contribution towards general maintenance costs towards the first year in the UK.
Award amount: Full tuition waiver, £16,500 living stipend
Fulbright Fellowship/Student Program
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study, and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students.
Award amount: Subject to the availability of federally-appropriated funds
NSEP David L Boren Undergraduate Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $8000 for a summer; $10,000 for a semester and $20,000 for a full academic year
Freeman-ASIA (Freeman Awards for Study in Asia) Grant
Award amount: up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester/Quarter, $7,000 for Academic Year
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
For Pell Grant eligible students
Award amount: Grants averaging up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester/Quarter, $8,000 for Critical Language Study