International Studies & Business Administration

Earn a well-rounded business and liberal arts education that will set you up for global success. In this dual-credential program — earn both an international Bachelor of Arts (iBA) in International Studies and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) — you’ll start building your career in Toronto as you study for two years in Glendon’s flagship International Studies program. Then you’ll wrap up your degree with two years at France’s #1 business incubator, the emlyon Business School (St. Étienne Campus), where you’ll be immersed in real-world work experience. Between internships, part-time jobs and other hands-on opportunities for professional development, you’ll gain a multidisciplinary understanding of how governments, law, politics, business, civil society, culture, science and the environment relate on the international stage.

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Skills You'll Learn

Gain exposure to at least one language aside from English and French
Understand how nations, geographic regions, and transnational and extranational networks interact
Combine the practical experience of business with an understanding of world issues, conflict resolution processes and societal problems

Careers

As an International Studies & Business Administration graduate, you are well-equipped to become a leader and changemaker. You can choose to pursue grad studies or obtain additional qualifications. Here are a few examples of possible career paths:

Entrepreneur
Children’s rights advocate
Community worker
Corporate responsibility officer
Economist
Editor or journalist
Foreign service worker
Historian
Judge or lawyer
Public policy analyst or strategist

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Hands-On Experiences

Apply the concepts and theories you’re studying to real world challenges. Engage in guided practical experiences in the classroom, workplace, community and abroad. These are some opportunities for International Studies & Business Administration students.

Tap into the expertise of emylon’s prestigious business program
Undertake a professional internship with an international focus; while in France, take advantage of placements and internships in French companies affiliated with the France-Canada Chamber of Commerce
Present at and help organize the Annual International Studies Symposium

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with an average* in the mid to high 70s
ENG4U or FRA4U
MHF4U
MCV4U or MDM4U and three additional 4U or M courses (4U French recommended; no more than two 4M courses will be considered)
A bilingual digital portfolio and interview

* Average is calculated based on the top six 4U; 4M or DU courses

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Student Supports & Programs

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