Bachelor of Commerce - International Business
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Program Overview
Humber’s Bachelor of Commerce - International Business degree program will help you develop the knowledge and applied skills you need to carve out a career not only in a multinational company but also in nimble, fast-paced small- and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurial ventures that are open to the outside world. Our program combines a balanced approach to teaching business featuring case studies, problem solving, modelling and data analytics in support of decision-making. Course content, skill-building activities, writing and applied projects maintain a strong focus on the three major pillars of international business: international marketing, international finance and international operations.
Our program starts with a foundation of business studies in areas such as consumer behaviour, micro and macroeconomics, finance and accounting, law, marketing, and operations management. Specialization courses in international business will give you the opportunity to acquire practical skills through applied projects such as creating a full business and strategic plan to launch a business in an external market. You will gain experience developing processes from concept through to execution. Examples of specialization courses include Intercultural Communications, International Finance, Supply Chain Management, International Logistics, International Marketing, International Trade Law, and Strategic Business Analytics.
You will learn from experienced professors and a network of industry professionals who provide feedback and evaluation on industry projects, culminating with the final semester program capstone course International Business Project. In that capstone course, you will work in a consulting role with a real-world business enterprise and develop a comprehensive international business expansion plan for it.
Semester 1 |
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| ACCT 1000: Introductory Financial Accounting |
| ECON 1000: Microeconomics |
| LAW 1000: Business Law |
| MKTG 1000: Marketing |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 2 |
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| BUS 1500: Business Information Systems |
| BUS 1501: Business Communications |
| ECON 1500: Macroeconomics |
| MGMT 1500: Organizational Behaviour |
| STAT 1112: Statistics for Business |
Semester 3 |
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| BUS 2000: Ethics and Values |
| HRM 2000: Human Resources Management |
| MKTG 2000: Customer Service |
| STAT 2112: Quantitative Methods for Business |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| BUS 2500: e-Commerce |
| FIN 2500: Financial Management |
| MGMT 2500: Operations Management |
| MKTG 2500: Consumer Behaviour |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 6 |
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| BUS 3504: International Logistics |
| BUS 3505: Intercultural Communications |
| FIN 3502: International Finance |
| MKTG 3501: International Marketing 2 |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Work Experience - SEM 6C |
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| BUS 3099: Field Experience - Bachelor of Commerce: International Business |
Semester 7 |
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| ACCT 3000: Introductory Management Accounting |
| BUS 4007: Strategic Business Analytics 1 |
| ECON 4002: Environmental Economics and Management |
| LAW 4001: International Trade Law |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Work-Integrated Learning
The program requires that you complete 14 weeks/420 hours of a paid in the summer between your sixth and seventh semesters. This gives you the hands-on, real-world experience that employers value. Your field experience will give you the opportunity to explore the field you would like to work in when you graduate. We will work with employers and our industry partners to help you identify opportunities to pursue.
Humber Advantages
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Capstone Presentations: the Most Comprehensive Project in the Program
The capstone report and presentation are the largest and deepest deliverables that students produce in the program. It requires students to pull together the sum of the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the first seven semesters of the program while they prepare a comprehensive business plan for a client company (an actual business working with their group). The brief includes planning the expansion of a product or service offering outside Canada (if the host organization is based in Canada), or in Canada (if the host organization is based in a foreign country).
The capstone project operates like a consulting project in which students have to gather and analyze data, complete missing data, and draft plans for all aspects of the expanded business (for, but not limited to, the three pillars of International Business: international marketing, international operations, and international finance).
Students prepare their presentations, including their recommendations, in a persuasive way. Presentations are made to an audience including other students, faculty, and a panel made up of Program Advisory Committee members and outside industry people), and representatives of client organizations (the companies that teamed with each group of students).
Students rise to the occasion while working with faculty mentors who guide and motivate students throughout the process. In business, this kind of advisory work is complex, but the calibre of student work is always really high. Students who have shown their reports to prospective employers have said that it played a decisive role in securing a position after graduating. The exposure to the different areas covered during the capstone project gives students a good overview of the aspects of business that appeal to them most for career prospects.
Watch this Capstone Presentation overview video to learn more about what the International Business cumulative project is and how it benefits Humber Students.
Previous Capstone Presentations
Watch previous Capstone Presentations to see how different graduating classes approached their capstones and the experiences they had.
International Business Highlights
There is no better place to focus on an education in international business than at the Longo Faculty of Business at Humber. You will develop the skills and knowledge you need to carve out a career not only in a multinational company but also in fast-paced small- and medium-businesses, and entrepreneurial ventures. Our program combines a balanced approach to teaching business, featuring case studies, problem solving, modelling, and incorporating a strong focus on marketing, finance and operations.
Graduate Testimonial
"I attribute my success at Humber to the faculty who have taught, mentored, and supported me throughout. Each of my professors has impacted my experience positively—and each in their own unique way. I was fortunate to have an incredible Program Co-ordinator, Pierre-Pascal Gendron, who early on made an effort to guide me, and ultimately helped me realize my potential. Pierre-Pascal challenged and pushed me; he helped me to mature not only as a student, but also as an individual and young professional."
— Julia, Program Graduate
Graduate Testimonial
"Working on group projects was the highlight of the International Business program, with engagements that facilitated cultural exploration through research. The program attracts individuals from diverse backgrounds with international perspectives. Professors provided insights and real-life examples to make lectures interesting and engaging, with a challenging and rewarding project structure. I had the opportunity to do a semester abroad at Robert Gordon University (Scotland) and both schools’ study abroad teams were very helpful. Throughout my entire experience at Humber, the Program Coordinator, Prof. Pierre-Pascal Gendron, went above and beyond to support my academic and professional success."
— Kenneth, Program Graduate
The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship
The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship (Longo CfE) is for everyone who wants to explore the world of entrepreneurship. It provides a space for like-minded individuals to meet, collaborate, and create. At the Longo CfE, you can learn entrepreneurial skills, pitch ideas, work in teams and gain access to the Mentorship program.
The Centre features a variety of special rooms and physical resources available to its members. The centre offers focus group rooms, a media production lab, a 3D printer board rooms, meeting rooms, and co-working spaces equipped with video-conferencing capabilities and computers.
Expert Faculty
You’ll learn from professors who bring advanced credentials, real-world experience and are active in the industry. Our professors are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on training to help you achieve the career you want.
View CredentialsAdela Nistor
PhD (Applied Economics) – Purdue University
MSc (Economics) – Purdue University
BSc (International Economics and Trade) – Babes Bolyai University
Al Seaman
PhD (Management) – Queen’s University
BBA (Business Administration) – University of New Brunswick
Alan Dryden
MBA - University of Western Ontario
Alla Yakerson
PhD (Health Policy & Equity) – York University
MSc – University of Toronto
BSc (Kinesiology and Health Science) – York University
Amanpreet Chhina
PhD (International Marketing) – Panjab University
MBE (Marketing) – Punjabi University
BA (Economics) – Panjab University
Amar Rahou
PhD (Financial Forecasting) – University of Glamorgan (currently, University of South Wales)
MSc (Management and Development of International Financial Systems) – University of Glamorgan (currently, University of South Wales)
BSc (Accounting) – Al-Mustansiriya University
Ammar Al-Qaraghuli
PhD (Computing, Visual Informatics) - National University of Malaysia
M.Sc. (Computer Science and Information Systems) - University of Technology, Iraq
B.Sc. (Computer Science) - Al-Nahrain University, Iraq
Anke Foller-Carroll
MBA - University of Guelph
BComm (Tourism & Business Administration) - Heilbronn, Germany
Anna Dowbiggin
PhD (Business Administration) - Heriot-Watt University, UK
MBA (Business Administration) - Heriot-Watt University, UK
BA - York University
Aqeela Tabassum
PhD (Economics) - York University
MA (Economics) - York University
MSc (Economics) - International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Brad Witt
MBA (Financial Management) – Central Michigan University
BA (Business Administration) – Wilfrid Laurier University
Christo Tarazi
PhD (Economics) – State University of New York
MA (Economics) – State University of New York
BA (Economics) – Hartwick College, USA
Claudine Daley
MPAc (Management & Professional Accounting) - University of Toronto
B.Sc. (Accounting) - University of Alabama, Alabama
Colin Bartley
MA (Composition) – York University
MBA - University of Guelph
David Tersigni
MBA (Management Accounting Specialization) - Wilfrid Laurier University
Bcomm (Finance - Business Communications) - Ryerson University
Emily Gaszynski
MA (Economics) – Queen’s University
BA (Economics) – York University
Fadi Atallah
MBA (Global EMBA) - University of Toronto
BBA (Business Administration) - American University of Beirut
Professor
Farihah Ali
PhD (Health Policy and Equity) – York University
MA (Public Policy and Administration) – Ryerson University
BA (Criminal Justice) – Ryerson University
Francesca D'Angelo
Francesca D’Angelo
PhD (Humanities) – York University
MA (English) – York University
BA (Psychology Major, English Minor) – York University
Freeda Bukhari Khan
PhD (in progress) – University of Toronto
M.Ed (Education) – University of Toronto
B.A. (Political Science and History) – University of Toronto
Gavin Bennet
MBA (International Business) - The University of the West Indies, Jamaica
BBA (Accounting) - The University of Technology, Jamaica
Professor
Gavin Wardle
PhD (Health Services Research) - University of Toronto
MBA - McMaster University
Professor
Hanadi Alnawab
MSc (Advanced Computing) – University of Bristol
BSc (Computer Science) – University of Baghdad
Professor and Program Coordinator
Ionela Bacain
PhD (Accounting) – Al. I. Cuza University, Iasi
MSc (Electronics) – Technical University Gheorghe Asachi, Iasi
BSc (Biomedical Engineering) – Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iasi
BAcc (Accounting and Business Information Systems) – Al. I. Cuza University, Iasi
Irina Gorea
MSc (Management) – Ryerson University
BComm (Digital Business Management) – Humber College
Isabelle Giroux
PhD (Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management) – University of Hertfordshire
MSOD – Pepperdine University
BSocSc (Political Science) – University of Ottawa
John Pucic
PhD (Industrial Relations and Human Resources) – University of Toronto
MIR (Industrial Relations and Human Resources) – University of Toronto
BASc – York University
Professor
Kalpana Pareek
MBA (Strategic Management) - Wright State University, USA
MSc (Botany) - University of Rajasthan, India
BSc (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry) - University of Rajasthan, India
Kathleen Kent
MBA (Finance) - York University
BA (Mathematics) - York University
Kathryn Filsinger
LLM (Labour and Employment Law) – York University
LLB (Law) – University of Toronto
BA (History) – Queen’s University
Ken Chalmers
LLM (Dispute Resolution and Conflict Management) – Osgoode Hall Law School
LLB - Osgoode Hall Law School
Professor
Larry Zolob
MBA - University of North Carolina
BBA (Mathematics Option) - Wilfrid Laurier University
Lawrence Rosen
MBA - York University
BESc (Mechanical) - University of Western Ontario
Leila Riahi
MA (International and Developmental Economics) - Yale University
BA (Business and Society) - York University
Lynn McAuliffe
MBA (Business Administration) – University of Toronto
BA (Sociology) – University of Western Ontario
Marcos Cavenaghi
PhD (Computational Physics) - University of Sao Paulo, Sao Carlos, Brazil
MA (Physics) - University of Sao Paulo, Sao Carlos, Brazil
BA (Physics) - University of the State of Sao Paulo, Rio Claro, Brazil
Mark Stoiko
PhD Candidate (Business Administration) - WIT Business School, Waterford, Ireland
MA (Political Studies and Quantitative Research) - York University
MTS Candidate - University of St. Michael’s College
BA (Political Science) - University of Toronto
BA – McGill University
Marwan Ismail
PhD (Mechanical Engineering) - Wroclaw University of Technology, Wroclaw, Poland
MSc (Mechanical Engineering) - Wroclaw University of Technology, Wroclaw, Poland
BSc (Mechanical Engineering) - Garyounis University, Benghazi, Libya
Michael Ho
PhD (Economics) – University of Toronto
MA (Economics) – University of Guelph
BA (Management and Economics) – University of Guelph
Michele Calpin
MBA (Business Administration) – Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration
BA (Business Administration) – University of Western Ontario
Michelle Souilliere
MPA (Public Administration) – University of Victoria
BSc (Psychology) – McMaster University
Midierson Maia
PhD (Communication Studies) – University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
MCS (Communication Studies) – University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
Mike Barnhart
MBA (Management/Entrepreneurship) - York University
B.Tech. (Engineering Industry) - Ryerson
Mohamad Sawwaf
PhD Candidate (Business Administration) - University of Reading, UK
MSc (Business Management and Research with Distinction) - University of Reading, UK
MBA (Finance, Management and Leadership) - University of Toronto
BSc (Physiology and Cell and Systems Biology) - University of Toronto
Na Sui
PhD (Corporate Strategy) – University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour
MBA (Business Administration) - University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour
BBA (Business Administration) – University of Shenyang
Nabeel Mandahawi
PhD (Industrial Engineering) – University of Texas at Arlington
MSc (Industrial Engineering) – University of Jordan
BSc (Mechanical Engineering) – Jordan University of Science and Technology
Ned Ismail
DBA Candidate (Business Administration) – University of Reading, UK
MSc (Business and Management Research) – University of Reading, UK
MBA (Business Administration) – Northwestern University, USA
BComm (Management) – University of Saskatchewan
Nella Cotrupi
PhD (Comparative Literature) - University of Toronto
MA (Comparative Literature) - University of Toronto
LLB (Law) - University of Toronto
BA (Political Science and Italian) - University of Toronto
Nicole Chuchmach
MBA (Hospitality and Tourism Management) – University of Guelph
BComm (Hotel and Food Administration) – University of Guelph
Nihad Al-Jaboori
PhD (Computer Engineering) - Al-Nahrain University, Iraq
MEIE (Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship) - Ryerson University
M.Sc. (Computer Engineering) - Al-Nahrain University, Iraq
B.Sc. (Computer Engineering) - Al-Nahrain University, Iraq
Norma Ouellette
MBA – Simon Fraser University
BA (English Honors) – University of British Columbia
Omar Wahdan
PhD (Data Analytics) - National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
MAI (Pattern Recognition) - National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Pauline Ashworth
MBA (Business Administration) – University of Toronto
BA (Textile Marketing) – University of Huddersfield
Pierre-Pascal Gendron
PhD (Economics) – University of Toronto
MA (Economics) – Queen’s University
BSc (Sciences économiques) – Université de Montréal
Rajni Shridhar
PhD – University of Delhi, India
MBA – University of Delhi, India
B.EL.ED – University of Delhi, India
Ramesh Saxena
PhD (Economics) – Jawaharlal Nehru University
MBA (Business Administration) – University of Ottawa
MA (Economics) – University of Toronto
MPhil (International Studies) – Jawaharlal Nehru University
MA (Economics) – University of Delhi
BA (Economics) – University of Delhi
Ramesh Srinivasan
MHA (Hotel Administration) - Institut de Management Hôtelier International
MA (Hotel Administration) - Institut de Management Hôtelier International
BA (Economics and Statistics) – University of Bombay
Renata Guidi
PhD (Business Administration) - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
MSc (Marketing) - University of East Anglia, England
Bachelor of Production Engineering - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Reshma Prashad
PhD (Health Policy and Equity) - York University
MHI - University of Toronto
BHS - York University
Richard Pitteway
MBA (Hospitality Management) - University of Guelph
Ritima Malhotra
PhD (Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management) - Punjabi University, India
MComm (E-commerce) - University Business School, Panjab University, India
BComm (Business Economics Honours) - SD College, Panjab University, India
Ryan Daoust
MBA - Georgetown University, Washington/ESADE Business & Law School, Barcelona
BAB Bachelor of Applied Business (e-Business ) - Humber College
Ryan Snider
PhD (Geography and Environmental Management) – University of Waterloo
MA (Geography and International Development Studies) – University of Guelph
BA (Geography and International Development) – Trinity Western University
Professor
Sanjiv Sawh
MBA (Wealth Management) - Dalhousie University
BSc - University of Toronto
Sheldon Leiba
MPA - Queen’s University
Bachelor of Public Adimistration (Specialization in Public Policy & Administration) - York University
Stan Arnold
MBA (Human Resources and Labour Relations) – University of Windsor
BComm (Human Resources and Labour Relations) – University of Windsor
BSc (Psychology) – University of Toronto
Suzy Casimiro
PhD (Social Science and Policy) - University of New South Wales, Australia
MA (Sociology) - University of New South Wales, Australia
BA (Sociology and Political Science) - University of Toronto
Tony Mahabir
MBA (Executive Management) - Royal Roads University
Trevor Smith
PhD (Organometallic Chemistry) - University of Southampton, UK
BSc (Chemistry major with Mathematics and Physics) - University of Southampton, UK
Tricia Hannigan
LLM (Alternative Dispute Resolution) - Osgoode Hall Law School
LLB - Osgoode Hall Law School
BSc - University of Toronto
Victoria John
PhD (in progress) – York University
MSc (Human Development) – Laurentian University
BHS (Health Sciences) University of Ottawa
Yogendra Acharya
PhD (Microfinance) - University of Melbourne Australia
MBA (Finance) - Tribhuvan University, Nepal
MPA (Fiscal Administration Major) - Tribhuvan University, Nepal
MSc - Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand
BBA (Accounting) - Tribhuvan University, Nepal
LLB (Law) - Tribhuvan University, Nepal
Youssef Youssef
PhD (Management) – Federal University of Santa Catharina, Brazil
MSc (Production Engineering) – Federal University of Santa Catharina, Brazil
Certificate (University Teaching) – Carleton University
Yvonne Yip
MBA - Athabasca University
BComm (Retail Management) - Ryerson University
Study Abroad
There are opportunities to study abroad for one semester during Year 2 or 3.
Visit business.humber.ca/current-students/global-opportunities for current study abroad locations.
Your Career
Business today is highly complex, interconnected and increasingly global with vast amounts of goods, services and capital crossing borders daily. Our program will provide you with the broad perspective and understanding needed to develop a successful career in business here in Canada and anywhere around the world.
The international trade sector is absolutely central to the success of the Canadian economy. According to Statistics Canada, total international trade (exports plus imports of goods and services to and from other countries) continues to account for a very significant proportion of Canada's gross domestic product. For example, in 2022, exports and imports of goods and services amounted to about $1.5 trillion each at current prices. In addition to trade in goods and commodities, Canada is a major player in the services trade including areas such as energy, finance and financial services, mining, and technical services. This is a fast-growing sector that has tripled in value in the last 25 years and carries increasing demand for skills in all areas.
Globalization is not a smooth path. Global market instability created by unpredictable events (e.g., the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of climate change, the dematerialization of finance and cryptocurrencies) requires professionals to be trained with up-to-date concepts and methods and exposed to new ideas by established industry professionals.
Our degree is cross-functional and will prepare you for a range of industries depending on your preferences and skills including foreign investment; external business development; logistics; customs; freight forwarding; trade consulting; international finance and risk management; and international marketing, sales, and research.
A day in the life of an international business professional could involve reaching all the way around the world, either in person or virtually. Your day-to-day work will be varied and exciting – everything from drafting a full-fledged business plan for expansion into a new international market, through managing foreign exchange risk, to planning and executing the logistics of getting a product overseas.
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Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
Upcoming Recruitment Events
News Feed
2023 Capstone Project
Tue, April 18, 2023
See coverage of the 2023 capstone projects and how the experience benefits students.
International Business Students Engage in Canada-U.S. Relations Discussion with Leading Policy Experts
Fri, October 11, 2024
Professor Pierre-Pascal Gendron led students to an Empire Club event, where experts discussed Canada-U.S. relations and Canada's global influence.
International Business Graduate Shares Industry Expertise in Healthcare Management Course
Thu, October 10, 2024
International Business graduate, James Bain, returned to campus to deliver a guest lecture in the Healthcare Management program.
Faculty Share Expertise on an International Stage
Wed, July 03, 2024
Professors from the Longo Faculty of Business have been invited by the Government of Dubai to serve as international subject matter expert assessors.
International Business Students Host Cross-Industry Insight Panel
Tue, April 09, 2024
The International Business Association (IBA) hosted a well-attended Cross-Industry Insight Panel at the Lakeshore Campus on March 19th.
International Business Students Host Program Alumni
Mon, December 11, 2023
The International Business Association (IBA) hosted an in-person event centred on the theme of networking at the IBA Alumni Summit.
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Ministry Consent
Humber College has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting June 18, 2020. Humber College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
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