State University Of New York
101 Broad St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States

The State University of New York at Plattsburgh is a public university in Plattsburgh, New York. The university was founded in 1889 and officially opened in 1890. The university is part of the State University of New York system and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education

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Bachelor of Science in International Business

What Will I Learn?

You will learn to:

  • Assess the causes and consequences of globalization
  • Appreciate the impact of political stability and instability in the world on business decisions
  • Examine the consequences of investment flows between countries and assess the risks associated with exchange rate fluctuations
  • Compare different strategies used to enter overseas markets such joint ventures, strategic alliances and multinational production
  • Understand the effect of cultural exports on local societies and the ethical issues involved
  • Learn how regional economic groupings affect the way international business organizations market their products
  • Appreciate the impact that international laws; such as consumer laws, international standards, restrictions on commercial practice and international trading laws; have on international business organizations

What is Unique About Our Program?

The international business major prepares you for the increasingly competitive and interdependent international business world. This program emphasizes strategic planning and decision-making for the international operations of domestic, foreign, and multinational corporations.

Exploring business issues from different cultural perspectives, you will learn how differences in attitudes, lifestyles, and social values within and between countries impact organizations. This understanding of cultural influence on the perception of ethics and social responsibility will help you as a manager effectively deal with ethical dilemmas.
Our program is ranked in the top 50 international business degrees nationwide by Study.com

What Are My Career Opportunities?

Demand for international business education is higher than ever and is expected to increase over the next few years. As a specialist who understands the diversity of international business and armed with a strong business background, you will be a valuable employee for any organization. Any business that consults or ships outside the United States is dealing in international business, and so are their employees. The following is a sample of organizations which hire international business graduates:

  • International banks
  • International consulting firms
  • International advertising agencies
  • Multinational corporations
  • Air passenger & cargo companies
  • Government agencies
  • U.S. states’ international trade agencies
  • High-tech firms
  • Law firms
  • Non-profit international organizations
  • Shipping companies
  • U.S. Chambers of Commerce abroad
  • U.S. Embassies trade missions
  • United Nations
  • World Bank

https://www.plattsburgh.edu/programs/international-business-major.html 

  • Complete the Common Application or SUNY Application
  • Pay the $50 application fee.
  • Send an official high school transcript

All official documents must list the applicant’s legal given name. Chosen/preferred name can be documented once a student enrolls.

Check Application Status

Once you have applied for admission to SUNY Plattsburgh, you can check the status of your application online in your personal admissions portal account.

An email with your admissions portal login information is sent to the email address you provided 1–2 weeks after you submit your application.

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English Proficiency Tests

  • TOEFL internet: >76 (all subscores >16)
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 (all bands > 5.9)
  • SAT: >500
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English): >53
  • DuoLingo English test: 110 or higher

Course registration for the first semester of enrollment will be determined by results on English language placement examinations administered on campus during orientation.

SAT/ACT (optional)

Although applicants are not required to take the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), it is highly recommended. Applicants who have submitted SAT or ACT results that demonstrate their academic ability at or above the level demonstrated by their high school transcripts are more likely to qualify for our academic merit scholarship.

Evidence of Financial Support

In order to meet the standards set by the United States Citizenship and Immigration and Services (USCIS), you must provide official documents to prove that you have enough money to pay for your education BEFORE we are allowed to issue your Form I-20. We provide a limited number of merit scholarships and on-campus housing grants to help lower the cost of attendance for international students, especially those with a record of extraordinary academic achievement. Early applicants get priority consideration. To estimate the amount of funds you will need to show, visit our cost page and subtract the scholarship package amount that you believe you will qualify to receive. You will be notified of your actual scholarship award when you are notified of your admission decision. There is no separate application for scholarships.

Reference Letter

One letter of recommendation is requested. Letters composed in English are preferred, but if necessary, we will accept letters written in other languages.

Essay

Please compose a personal essay in English using at least 250 words. Please answer these questions in your essay:

  1. Why are you choosing SUNY Plattsburgh for your university study in the United States?
  2. Why are you choosing your particular major? What are your educational/career goals after graduation?
  3. Briefly describe your family and your home. How many siblings do you have? Who lives in your house?
  4. What do your parents do for a living?

https://www.plattsburgh.edu/admissions/international/index.html