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Elevate your career potential with NDSU’s global business degree program — a unique second major designed to complement your primary business focus. Ideal for aspiring leaders in international commerce, this program prepares you to navigate the complexities of global markets by blending specialized coursework with language training and immersive study abroad experiences. The curriculum expands upon the functional skills of business students in fields like accounting, finance, marketing and supply chain management, transforming them into global-ready professionals. Graduates emerge not only with a strong foundation in their primary business major but also with a competitive edge — prepared to lead, innovate and excel in diverse and multicultural environments worldwide.

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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot

Explore career possibilities within the first five years after graduation with a list of high-demand occupations. Discover how you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles through examples of potential career pathways.

High Demand Occupations

  • Business Development Specialist
  • Product Specialist
  • Economic Consultant
  • Corporate Development Associate
  • International Marketing Analyst

National Median Salary

$79,200
The median salary is based on national job listings for the above occupations that require five years experience or less.

Future Career Pathways

As you gain experience, you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles. Here are pathway occupations you might explore:
  • Global Marketing Director
  • Market Research Manager
  • Director of Global Business Development
Data sourced from Lightcast, a leading provider of labor market analytics and workforce data. 2025.

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Shape Your Future

NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Through a curriculum grounded in global learning and cross-cultural communication, you’ll gain expertise in navigating economic, social, cultural and regulatory differences across borders to prepare you for success in today’s evolving business landscape.

Real-World Experience

Through the completion of three credits of study abroad experience and second–year language proficiency in addition to a group of internationally oriented business electives, you’ll communicate effectively across cultures, become more inter-culturally proficient and will be aware of business issues in the international arena.

Practicum Experience

Broaden your horizons outside of the classroom through practicum experiences, designed to connect business concepts learned in the classroom with live business situations to build on skills and to gain a competitive edge in job placement.

Limitless Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the global business program, which serves as a great career enhancer, you’ll find rewarding career opportunities available in business, industry, government service and the nonprofit sector, both regionally and globally.

Tuition & Costs

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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