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International Business

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Tuition USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2017-01-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Columbia, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The International Business at University of South Carolina is a Master programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the International Business programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
  6. Location: Columbia, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Business programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. International Business Negotiations
  2. Sustaining the Global Enterprise
  3. Nation States, Regional Networks and Global Markets
  4. Comparative Institutional Systems
  5. Introduction to International Relations

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Full Criteria:
  • A. Undergraduate performance
An earned undergraduate degree from an accredited institution is required to be considered for admission to the MIB program. It is preferred that candidates have a degree in international business or have significant coursework in international business. Graduate coursework (whether degree has been fully completed or not) will also be taken into consideration. Transcripts from all institutions attended must be submitted to The Darla Moore School of Business.
  • B. GMAT
Applicants must provide a valid (five years or fewer) Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score to be considered for admission to the MIB program. Learn more about the GMAT on the Graduate Management Admission Council\'s website. The institutional/program code for the school is: JV2-TP-38. Average GMAT scores for the Fall 2014 cohort were 660.
  • Letters of Recommendation (2 required)
Letters of recommendation are required for the admission review. It is acceptable to have either professional or academic letters of recommendation. Candidates are encouraged to submit thorough and pertinent information on leadership activities, volunteerism, travel abroad experiences and other items that the admissions committee can use to evaluate the application package.
  • Essays
The application for admission will ask for a statement of purpose (500-word essay) which should outline why you want to earn the MIB degree. There are additional short essay questions to answer (your choice of 2 out of 5 questions to answer). Additionally, space is provided to add a personal essay. This essay should be used to explain the circumstances of any part of your application where you feel the admissions committee might have concerns.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students

Tuition fees: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of South Carolina directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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Columbia, United States

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2017-01-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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