Sarah Fathallah ‘16 turned her internship into a full-time job. After working for the University Relations team at Rockwell Collins, Sarah accepted a position as new graduate recruiter. She handles talent acquisition for all 30 Rockwell Collins locations, working with students from a few of the top engineering schools in the nation.
The major in international business focuses on issues impacting both domestic and multinational corporations such as the structuring of international business transactions and production, the importance of supranational governance (such as regional trade agreements and international organizations) and theories of managing, financing and marketing across cultures and environments. You will be well prepared for additional international business studies at graduate or professional school and have a strong foundation for careers with an international focus.
You will be able to concentrate your studies on courses that include theories, concepts and models helpful in understanding the complex international environment. In addition to courses in business and/or economics, you will be required to study a foreign language and complete either a study abroad experience or a significant project focused on an international topic.
“Studying international business at Coe gave me the confidence to interact and communicate with people of all backgrounds with respect. I am more comfortable overcoming cultural differences and obstacles such as language barriers because I know how to find common ground.”
Sierra found common ground with international business students from around the world while studying abroad in Thailand. She also completed an internship at Miles Capital in Des Moines before beginning her career at Cerner Corporation.
