International Business

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Welcome to Zimpleman International Business!

The Zimpleman College of Business International Business program serves students who seek specialized training in the operations of multinational enterprises, international banks, global non-profits, and government agencies. Professional acumen reflecting an informed worldview, the ability to interpret global data, and intercultural understanding are more valuable than ever.

We are very excited about our international business (IBUS) major at the Zimpleman College of Business. Educated at some of the world's best international business schools, the IBUS faculty have collectively spent time in over 80 countries, speak half a dozen languages, and bring to the classroom work experience spanning from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. As a result, our program is as robust as those offered by any other world-class institution, and we believe our students can successfully compete with graduates from any program in the world!

International Business In the Classroom

Zimpleman students will be challenged and encouraged to develop a transnational mindset. Our curriculum emphasizes not only the fundamentals of global business but also ensures that students leave the Zimpleman College of Business with a solid knowledge of world culture, history, languages, and society that is crucial to commercial success today.

International Business Out of the Classroom

Zimpleman students will have many opportunities to study abroad, participate in programming supported by the , work with international companies and non-profits in Iowa and beyond, or engage in collaborative research with faculty and other students. For example, students have recently:

  • Worked in financial services firms in Des Moines, Dubai, and Santiago
  • Studied anywhere from Argentina to Vietnam
  • Supported building a health clinic in Uganda
  • Studied the evolution of Islamic consumer markets

Vision

Vision

Inspiring the global business leaders of today and tomorrow.

Mission

Mission

Following the Zimpleman College of Business's promise to bring the world into the classroom and the classroom into the world, the International Business major aims to:

  1. Instill a curiosity about the world that will lead to a lifetime of learning.
  2. Graduate high-caliber professionals who possess the knowledge and experience necessary for managing the complexities of global business.
  3. Develop a transnational mindset that engenders responsible global citizenship.

As you can tell, we are very excited about our International Business major. We invite you to become part of our tradition of success!

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