International Business Research and Internships Tara Hurley Undergraduate Programs Given the high number of nonprofit organizations and Major: International business at Fairfield international businesses located in Fairfield County, coupled with the University’s proximity to New York City, Fairfield “I chose to be an International In the 21st century, there is a relentless demand for profes- Business major because of all the The Charles F. Dolan sionals and intellectuals who understand the accelerated can arrange internship opportunities with a significant international orientation. opportunities it provides. It gives globalization of economies, politics, businesses, institu- you not just a background in the tions and cultures, and its intricacies. Fairfield University School of Business Recent placements include UBS, GE Capital, Solomon business world but a foundation offers a unique International Studies program that is laden Smith Barney, Merrill Lynch, Fisher International, in the humanities as well. In the with interdisciplinary rigor and experiential learning that Octagon, Perkins Fund Marketing, International Refugee changing world economy, interna- captures the complexity and broad scope of the world’s Rights Organization, International Institute of Connecticut, tional business provides the flex- demand for global citizenry. Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding, ibility to work in a variety of fields. The International Business program, a collaborative effort NBC Universal, Conference of NGOs (CONGO), and My interests are leading me to the of the Dolan School of Business and College of Arts and Connecticut Legal Services. fields of international government organizations as well Sciences, offers majors in International Business and Inter- as the not-for-profit sector. At Fairfield, I have been able national Studies. The program offers students the flexibil- Life After Fairfield to explore these interests through the International Stud- ity to integrate courses in both schools into their plan of International Business graduates pursue careers in a myriad ies department as well as through the International Busi- study. Our students have access to specialized faculty and of international-related career options. Recent graduates ness/Studies Club and Sigma Iota Rho, the International staff who offer ongoing advisement. Students are encour- have taken positions in the private sector with companies Studies Honor Society. With International Business, the aged to broaden the scope of their study by incorporating such as Merrill Lynch, GE Capital, Royal Bank of Scotland opportunities are endless and I encourage others to take experiential learning opportunities such as study abroad, and Goldman Sachs. Others have discovered careers in the advantage of them.” internships with international institutions and businesses, public sector with the US State Department and the Open and advanced language training. The International Society Institute, for example. For further information, please contact: Business program prepares graduates to thrive in the real Dr. Janie Leatherman or Mr. Jermain Griffin world as professionals and intellectuals. The International Studies/Business program has an Charles F. Dolan School of Business outstanding record of Fulbright awards for students to Fairfield University conduct research abroad after they graduate from Fairfield, CT 06824-5195 Fairfield. Students also pursue graduate degrees at leading Tel: (203) 254-4000, ext. 3429 or ext. 2865 International Business institutions, including recently at Yale University, Rutgers E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] University, Hofstra University, Pace University and University of Queensland, Australia. The Charles F. Dolan School of Business is accredited by AACSB. AACSB accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide and is the hallmark of excellence in management education. This accreditation confirms our commitment to quality 1073 North Benson Road and continuous improvement through a rigorous and Fairfield, CT 06824-5195 comprehensive peer review. www.fairfield.edu 30943_7/10 Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business - International Course of Study International Business This course of study is complemented by parallel work in Special Resources a Dolan School of Business department, leading to a co- The Dolan School of Business offers an International Jesuit Universities Humanitarian Action Network Faculty curricular major or minor with an international dimension. Business co-curricular major jointly with the International (JUHAN) engages students in understanding the complexi- The International Business students culminate their degree Studies program. The major in International Business is ties of humanitarian crises - domestic & international, and Faculty for the international program with a capstone together with other International designed to prepare students for careers in multinational how to prepare for a professional career in humanitarian business program are drawn from Studies students. organizations, financial institutions, and other service service. The JUHAN is a collaborative effort among U.S. the College of Arts and Sciences industries, trading organizations, non-profit and Jesuit Colleges and Universities piloted by Fairfield Uni- Experiential Learning and the School of Business. The government agencies. versity, Fordham University and Georgetown University in principal contributors are: The co-curricular major offers students enhanced academic 2007-2008. Components to the project include: (1) Leader- International Business majors take the following and career development, and is supported also by foreign ship Teams of students with a faculty and/or staff mentors foundational courses: language acquisition, study abroad, service learning and charged with raising awareness on campus about humani- Janie Leatherman, internship opportunities with firms locally, regionally tarian crises and working toward strategies for response; director • World Regions (New York City) and internationally. The co-curricular (2) academic courses on humanitarian issues from various • Challenges of Global Politics major is innovative in the field of international studies disciplines; and (3) an annual national skill-building confer- Janie Leatherman Eric Mielants, (Director), Politics • Culture and Political Economy with its integration of both International Business and Inter- Sociology ence for undergraduates of Jesuit universities. Ph.D., University of Denver Ph.D., SUNY Binghamton • Introduction to Macroeconomics national Studies through foundational and interdisciplinary coursework. It provides a critical pedagogy that develops Model UN provides students with an opportunity to deepen Jermain Griffin Marcie J. Patton, • Introduction to Microeconomics (Associate Director) their knowledge of international organizations, law, and Politics multifaceted understandings and approaches to global M.S., Illinois State University Ph.D., University of Chicago In addition to courses in micro and macro economics, the challenges, international diversity and global citizenship. negotiation. Fairfield students have attended Model UN David Crawford, International Business majors choose two courses from conferences in the United States, and internationally in Patricia M. Poli, Sociology and Anthropology Accounting three thematic areas to explore: Germany, Brazil, Canada, and China. Ph.D., University of California, Ph.D., New York University • Global Development – in the context of economic, Santa Barbara Migration issues are high on the international agenda. Rev. Richard Ryscavage, S.J., environmental, political and social-cultural systems Dina Franceschi, International Studies majors are award-winning volunteers Sociology and Anthropology/In- of emerging and developing nations. Students are encour- Economics ternational Studies, with the International Institute of Connecticut where they Ph.D., University of Tennessee, aged to specialize in a particular region, such as Africa, Director of The Center for Faith mentor recent immigrants. Other students do research proj- Knoxville and Public Life Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Eastern Europe ects for legal clinics that are included in asylum petitions. Ph.D. (Hon.), Assumption College to deepen their understanding of global development. Terry Jones, International Studies Debra M. Strauss • Conflict, Diplomacy and Peace Building –in light of past The Culpepper Language Resource Center is equipped Ph.D., University of Miami Business Law, Management J.D., Yale University and present challenges to conflict resolution, and the with computer-based multimedia, provides language Danke Li, rehabilitation of affected communities, with state and instruction, as well as software, interactive videos, and CDs History, Director of Winston Tellis, non-state actors. There are opportunities for experiential on cultural materials. Asian Studies Information Systems/Operations learning through simulations, training in dispute settle- Ph.D., University of Michigan Management International Business/Studies is a student club that Ph. D., Nova Southeastern Uni- ment and conflict resolution. William Vasquez versity • Social Justice and Humanitarianism – in relation to takes a leadership role on campus in organizing events and Mazariegos, activities for International Business and International Economics Vishnu Vinekar, equity, poverty, distribution of resources, power among Ph.D., University of New Mexico Information Systems/Operations states, and local and international non-governmental Studies majors. Management David W. McFadden, organizations (NGOs). Ph. D., University of Texas at History Arlington Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley www.fairfield.edu.