Global Business (B.S.)

Prepare to thrive in a connected global economy where borders blur and ideas move faster than ever. The future-ready global business (B.S.) major offers a cutting-edge curriculum designed to meet the evolving demands of global careers. The flexible curriculum positions you to lead through your choice of concentration – a curated set of courses which focuses on a particular area of business or language.

(Current students in the IBS or GEM majors should contact their academic advisors to learn more about opportunities to transition into the global business major if they are interested.)

Global Enterprise Management: Business Concentrations

Pair global business knowledge with targeted skills in your chosen field. Internships and study abroad opportunities will deepen your experience. Several of these concentrations are also able to be turned into a double major.

Select a business concentration in:

• Business analytics
• Economics
• Finance
• Marketing
• Operations management
• Professional selling & sales management

International Business Studies: Language Concentrations

Pair strong business skills with linguistic and cultural fluency. Study abroad is encouraged and can be done in many countries. Electives focused on international dynamics further prepare you to thrive in today’s global marketplace.

Select a language concentration in:

• Chinese
• French
• German
• Italian
• Japanese
• Spanish

​Program Highlights

Study Abroad

For-credit study abroad is offered in many countries around the world, providing you an unequaled opportunity to experience the unique ways that location and culture influence business, even as the world becomes more interconnected.

Honors in Global Business

The Honors College at UD offers a scholarly and enriching community that extends well beyond graduation. You’ll enjoy smaller, more challenging classes and the opportunity to engage in research and assume leadership roles.

The honors degree requires:

1. All requirements for the B.S. in global business
2. All of the UD requirements for the honors baccalaureate degree

Program Requirements

For the most accurate and up-to-date degree requirements, visit UD’s course catalog. Under the Department of Business Administration, select “Display Programs” to find your degree and view course options and sequencing.

Career Opportunities

The new global business major combines the best attributes of the formerly-offered global enterprise management and international business studies majors. Within 6 months of graduating, 97% of Lerner’s 2024 international business studies graduates were employed, earning a mean starting salary of $66,216 (3 year average, 2022-2024), or pursuing further education. Graduates of the global business major can expect similar results. For more information on career resources please visit the Lerner Career Services Center.

Top Employers

Some of the top employers of Lerner’s global business graduates include:

• AlphaSights
• Amazon
• Citi
• JPMorgan Chase & Co.
• Salesforce
• Enterprise Holdings

Top Jobs

Job titles of recent graduates include:

• Analyst
• Account executive
• Sales representative
• International customer relations
• Global business services consultant
• Language and culture assistant

Visit the Career Outcomes of Lerner international business studies students (previous program name) to see more top employers, job titles, salaries and locations.

Admissions Information

Learn more about undergraduate admissions requirements, deadlines, tuition and financial aid available to you.