International Business (BComm)
Thrive in the interconnected world of international business.
Why choose this program?
International Business is an interdisciplinary major that will provide you with problem-solving and analytical tools, while exploring specific international areas of interest. Choose a regional focus selected from the Americas, the European Union, Russia and Eastern Europe, Asia or developing nations. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete a semester abroad.
Our program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, distinguishing Dalhousie as an internationally benchmarked, premium business school, ranking among the world’s top-tier institutions.
Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program-specific admission requirements
Minimum overall average: 75%
Academic English 12
Academic Math 12
Three additional academic subjects
This program may employ a competitive average for admission purposes; meeting minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission.
Financial information
A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.
Program options
International Business majors complete a four-year degree from Dalhousie. One semester, either an academic or a work term, must be completed internationally. This gives you the opportunity to travel, connect with different cultures, and create a worldwide network of friends and future business contacts.
We offer one of the few mandatory commerce co-op programs in Canada. You’ll complete three paid work terms as part of your degree. Many International Business majors choose to complete one or more of their work terms internationally, in Europe, Asia or beyond. Other students opt to work in the international departments or export divisions of local or national companies.
The following International Business program options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Management. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:
Bachelor of Commerce with Major in International Business (Co-op)
Certificates including Fintech and Financial Innovation, Leadership, Management Accounting and Quantitative Finance.
What you will learn
With an International Business major, you’ll gain an understanding of why firms expand overseas, how foreign and domestic operations differ and the issues and problems that arise when business operations extend across national boundaries, the financial implications and beyond.
Sample courses may include:
Political Worlds: The Global Domain
Business in a Global Context
Introductory Accounting I
Globalization & Economic Development: Current Debates
Finance I
Legal Aspects of Business
Global Marketing
Canadian Foreign Policy
Politics of Consumption
International Financial Management
International and Intercultural Management
International Business Strategy
Contemporary Issues in Global Business
You’ll learn through case studies, class discussions, assigned readings, lectures, and more.
Careers
In business, many opportunities exist in other countries and cultures. That's why employers seek well-trained individuals who have the skills necessary to transverse our borders.
Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in finance, accounting, commerce, marketing, or business administration.
