International Business Degree

The international business program at Drake University prepares students for a variety of career options, including management analyst, interpreter, international sales representatives, international financial analyst, market research director, and entrepreneurial endeavors. The program focuses on managing international business and business operations. Program courses include: principles and processes of export sales, trade controls, foreign operations and related problems, monetary issues, international business policy, and business applications for specific countries and markets. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer international business degrees.

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Drake University (Drake)

700 7th St SE, Sioux Center, IA

Drake University is a nonprofit private college that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Des Moines, Iowa, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 5,600 students are enrolled yearly at Drake.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Drake. Scores within the range of 25 - 29 on the ACT or 1110 - 1330 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. 63% of those who apply are accepted to Drake University, of which 21 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,900. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Drake "Bulldogs" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Rowing (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.drake.edu.

Students Enrolled in the International Business Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drake offers a bachelor's degree program in international business.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).