Pack Your Bags! Your Future Career in International Business.

Posted on Wednesday, December 19th, 2012

The business world has become a true global community. Technology has made it possible for even the smallest businesses to operate on a global scale. Recently I blogged about my background in marketing and sales, which included a stint as a small business owner. When I had a shop on Etsy.com, I sold and shipped my products to customers in Canada, the United States, England, France, Australia and New Zealand.

When you are running a small business out of your basement, it feels pretty amazing to ship orders all over the world! International orders significantly increased my revenue and helped me grow my business. Today, more and more organizations are recognizing the benefits of operating internationally and are working to develop plans and strategies that will allow them to do it effectively.

The Globe and Mail recently published an article about Canada’s economic future. The country’s top executives were polled and over 80% of respondents felt that the economic power of the US was in decline and that emerging markets will play a large role in Canada’s future prosperity.

Today, over 20% of Canada’s jobs relate to International Trade and 50% of the goods manufactured in Canada are exported. There is high demand for skilled professionals who understand global business and who can help businesses maximize their international opportunities.

At the Algonquin College School of Business we offer both a three-year Advanced Diploma in International Business and a one-year Post-Graduate Certificate in International Business Management. Students are fully emerged in the real-world international business environment including international marketing, research, business plan development and management, supply chain management, law, market entry strategies, and finance. This program also examines cultural as well as current domestic and global issues that could affect international business interests.

Graduates of both programs are eligible for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation granted by the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). (One year of relevant work experience is also required for the designation.)

If you’re ready to take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in International Business, don’t wait! Apply today and start in January 2013.

Laura Campbell
Marketing Officer, School of Business
Algonquin College


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