Certificate of International Studies in Business 

The nationally-ranked, award-winning CISB Program gives undergraduate Foster School students the competitive edge they need to succeed in global business. 

In 2009, US News and World Report ranked the Foster School of Business ninth in the nation and fifth among public universities for international business.

CISB graduates across the globe value the transformational experiences they had while in the program, and the critical importance of foreign language, leadership and cross-cultural understanding in doing business internationally.

Benefits of CISB
  • Community of 130 like-minded students within the Foster School.
  • Cross-cultural skills developed through language immersion and experience abroad
  • Access to a network of faculty, alumni and mentors in the business community.
  • Leadership skill development through an active student organization.
  • Practical experience through internships and consulting courses.

Read what CISB graduates have to say:

Alex ChinnAlex Chinn '05
Assistant Manager, Business Control, Maersk Mexico

"Were it not for CISB, I wouldn't be where I am today. CISB pushed me beyond my comfort zone, helped me hone my language and functional skills, and greatly enriched my life. I would highly recommend it to any student considering a career in international business."

Jenny Kong Jenny Kong, '03
Finance and Planning Analyst, Chevron Corp.

"CISB taught me to think outside the box and appreciate diverse cultures. Through CISB, I made good friends from around the world and developed leadership, presentation and management skills that I use every day on the job."

 


"We rely on the CISB Program to provide us with qualified students who are not only well-versed in business skills, but who also have deep interest in international business.  If I could have one wish in terms of our recruiting program, it would be to have more programs like CISB around the world from wihch to source young talent."

Sam Bokor
Vice President, Training and Personnel Development
Expeditors International