International Business

Unique Features

• Personalize your curriculum to match your goals
• Build confidence and skill through applied project work and real-world case studies—an experience-oriented approach that makes Northeastern University a global leader in education
• Study in person on our beautiful campus in Boston—a global business hub with a diverse and vibrant culture
• Receive expert guidance from the D’Amore-McKim Graduate Career Center
• Amplify your learning with experiential opportunities outside the classroom, such as Data Club or IDEA
• Lay the groundwork for a future MBA—you may be able to apply completed credits toward an eligible master’s degree at Northeastern
• Qualify for Optional Practical Training (OPT) as an international student with our F-1 visa compliant curriculum

Program Objectives

By earning your Graduate Certificate in International Business, you’ll stay in step with a rapidly evolving global and digital economy. You’ll become a skilled decision-maker with a strong grasp of the issues that affect business across borders—along with an entrepreneurial mindset and the confidence that can come only with experience.

This program is designed to be highly flexible and customizable. You can personalize your curriculum, study part-time or full-time, and explore opportunities outside the classroom that amplify your learning.

Career Outlook

As artificial intelligence and technology speed up the pace of business, learning new skills—and refreshing old ones—will be critical to advancing your career. Earning your Graduate Certificate in International Business equips you with the specialized, up-to-the-moment knowledge that companies value and demonstrates your commitment to professional development. The global perspective you’ll gain will translate to a wide range of industries, serving as a stepping stone toward a managerial role in any business with an international presence.

Accreditation Description

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International—the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.