Department of International Business
Department of International Business
Top-Ranked Global Programs
The Department of International Business' programs are consistently ranked among the world’s best, earning a strong reputation for excellence in both undergraduate and graduate education.
Multidisciplinary Research Excellence
Faculty draw from diverse disciplinary perspectives to produce cutting-edge research on international markets, finance, strategy, and policy—addressing the most pressing challenges in global business.
Strategic Washington, D.C., Location
Our location in the capital of the United States, just minutes from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, offers distinctive access to international organizations, policymakers, and research partners.
Global Perspective, Real-World Impact
Through innovative teaching and research, the department prepares students to navigate complex international environments and lead across borders, industries, and cultures.
What is the International Business Experience Like at GW Business?
At a top-ranked school for International Business, students gain skills by applying theory to solve problems for multinational corporations. In the heart of D.C., GW’s international business curriculum exposes future business leaders to multiple cultures, deepening their understanding of business with a global context.
International Business Academic Programs
- Bachelor of Science in International Business
Build a foundational business framework while focusing on international economics, trade, banking and strategy, exploring how different environments complicate business decisions and learn frameworks for navigating decision-making on a global scale through scenarios, real-world applications and theory.
- Master of Science in International Business
Acquire a global perspective and toolkit to make decisions based on analytics and theoretical business approaches through learning decision modeling, global economic analysis and financial, marketing and management strategies. Handle international business challenges through real-world applications provided by industry-expert faculty.
- Ph.D in Business with an International Business Area of Focus
Gain advanced knowledge of international business theory and concepts while enhancing conceptual, quantitative and methodological skills to carry out high-quality empirical research through formal coursework and independent study and research with experienced faculty.
The GW Business 4+1 Program enables students to earn both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in just five years.
Our Research
GW's research on International Business serves as a vital portal for business leaders, policy makers, citizens, students and faculty that increases their international skills and awareness of the internationalization of the economy. With a breadth of research, seminars, and resources, the department is a hub for international business knowledge.
International Business Summer Programs
The International Business Summer Programs offer students a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of global markets, cross-border strategy, and the dynamic relationship between business and international environments. Designed for emerging leaders and globally-minded professionals, these immersive summer experiences blend rigorous academic study with real-world insights that expand cultural awareness and professional perspective.
The American, China, and Europe (ACE) Program
Join a special cohort of BS in International Business students and earn a triple degree in business, including one from Luiss University in Rome, and another from Renmin University of China in Beijing. Gain and apply skills in analytics, teamwork, and effective communication that are essential for success across multiple cultural and business contexts.
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