International Business
In today’s fast-paced global economy, companies seek professionals capable of navigating different markets, cultures and demographics. Our International Business program provides a time-efficient, comprehensive experience to keep you competitive in today’s workforce. You will acquire proficiency in fundamental areas — such as leadership, management and negotiation — and examine these skills within a global context. With assistance from experienced faculty, we prepare you to excel within an increasingly interconnected industry.
Certificate
Earn a certificate in two semesters
How to Apply
Apply now for spring 2023
International students welcome
Brochure
Get program details in a printable file
About the International Business Program
Why Enroll in the International Business Program?
Short and Satisfying
Eight courses total. Finish in just two semesters. Semester option available.
High Demand for Higher Qualifications
Become proficient in the essential skills needed for the current global market.
Focus on Your Interests
Choose from a variety of elective courses to suit your career needs.
In Good Company
Study in San Francisco, a cosmopolitan center of culture and innovation.
Living in San Francisco
Enroll, free of charge, in AU 110 Living in San Francisco to learn more about and experience the City of San Francisco.
Optional Practical Training
Optional Practical Training (OPT) offers international students the opportunity to work up to one full year in the United States after nine months of full-time study. See OPT.
Industry Statistics
200,000 Projected Job Openings for Business Operations, 2012 - 20241
$65K - $166K Annual Salary for Business Development Manager in San Francisco2
1Bureau of Labor Statistics
2Nelson Advisor and Salary Guide
Cost and Length
Cost: $12,648
Length: Two Semesters
When to Start: Fall, Spring, Summer (domestic students only)
CalJOBS
As a result of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, CalJOBS provides connections to customer-focused employment training for adults and dislocated workers. SF State is an approved provider for WIOA funds. SF State is listed on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) on the CalJOBS website. Search on Keyword: SF State College of Extended Learning.
Contact Us
Saroj Quinn, Director, Center for Global Engagement
Center for Global Engagement
San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue, HUM 101
San Francisco, CA 94132
What Students Say
Sota Watanabe
Student from Japan
“San Francisco and Silicon Valley are amazing places for people who are involved in the information technology space. Through the internship and daily activities, I learned a lot and enhanced my skills. After returning to Japan, I founded my own startup. Now I know how to work in Japan and the US. The IBUS program helped me become a global leader.”
Emma Creighton
Student from New Zealand
“I had the pleasure of studying International Business abroad at SF State, fall and spring of 2020. I was welcomed warmly with open arms from the Center of Global Engagement staff and wider network and never looked back…”
Luis Machado Ramirez
Student from Venezuela
“The highlight of the program was to learn how important it is to develop cultural skills to be successful in the business world. With this program I was able to review all business concepts that I learned when I studied my undergraduate degree in Business and Administration in my home country Venezuela…”
News and Events
Events
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AACSB Accredited
The College of Extended Learning offers this certificate program in partnership with the Lam Family College of Business, which has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International since 1964. The Lam Family College of Business provides a high-quality business education to a diverse learning community through innovative teaching, research and support. The college is one of just five percent of all business schools worldwide that meet the rigorous standards for this accreditation.