International Business Degree

The international business program at Maine Maritime Academy 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 Maine colleges that offer international business degrees.

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Maine Maritime Academy

1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME

Maine Maritime Academy provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Castine, ME and publically funded. The low student to teacher ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the limited enrollment, approximately 950 students, maintained by Maine Maritime Academy.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Maine Maritime Academy offers:

• Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
• Marine Science, Merchant Marine Officer
• International Business
• Biological and Biomedical Sciences
• Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT or 900 - 1110 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of acceptance. 64% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 47% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Maine Maritime Academy varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $12,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $23,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,900 for the year. Students enrolled at Maine Maritime Academy may be eligible for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Maine Maritime Academy Mariners participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the International Business Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Maine Maritime Academy 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).