Program Overview

Online Master of Business Administration with an International Business Concentration

Total Credit Hours

30

Cost Per Credit Hour

$484

Application Deadline

February 23, 2026

Program Description

The LSU Shreveport's MBA with a concentration in International Business helps students cultivate a mindset that can expand their opportunities in an increasingly internationalized economy. The courses offer a well-rounded education in operations, marketing, and strategic decision-making. Students learn to navigate multinational business ventures while developing an appreciation for cultural and institutional influences.

Program Benefits

• Affordable: LSUS online MBA tuition is 50% less than the average online MBA.
• Total Program Tuition: $14,520
• Flexible: Designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals.
• Finish in as Few as 10 Months
• GMAT/GRE Waiver Available for qualified applicants.

Course Listings

The online MBA in International Business consists of 30 credit hours, including seven core courses (21 credit hours) and the completion of a concentration or specialization.

Core Courses

• MBA 700: Managerial Use of Accounting Data | 3 credit hours
• MBA 701: Economic Analysis for Management | 3 credit hours
• MBA 702: Financial Management | 3 credit hours
• MBA 703: Management Information Systems | 3 credit hours
• MBA 704: Organizational Behavior | 3 credit hours
• MBA 705: Organizational Strategy and Policies | 3 credit hours
• MBA 706: Marketing Strategy | 3 credit hours

Concentration and Specialization Courses

Students pursuing an MBA—International Business Concentration must take three of the following courses. Students pursuing an MBA—International Business Specialization must take two of the following courses and one MBA elective of choice.

• MBA 711: International Accounting | 3 credit hours
• MBA 759: International Business | 3 credit hours
• MBA 760: International Experience | 3 credit hours
• MBA 776: International Marketing | 3 credit hours

Elective Courses

Electives enable students to further develop their degree path to fit their goals. Students pursuing an MBA—International Business Specialization must take one MBA elective of choice.

Optional Foundation Courses

Enrollment in Foundation courses is determined by the student and should be based on the student's undergraduate degree, job experience, and related skills set. The four optional foundation courses do not count towards fulfilling MBA requirements.

• MBA 500 Fundamentals of Accounting
• MBA 501 Fundamentals of Economics
• MBA 502 Fundamentals of Finance
• MBA 503 Fundamentals of Statistics

Admission Requirements

Students interested in the MBA – International Business online program must first follow the admission requirements below to be accepted into LSUS Graduate School.

• Submit the graduate application and $20 application fee
• Graduate degree from a regionally accredited university, OR
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with minimum 3.0 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, OR
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND at least three years of professional work experience as verified by a professional resume, OR
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND a minimum GMAT score of 450, AND a minimum score of 1000, based on the following formula: GMAT score plus (200 x overall undergraduate GPA).
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended and any other required official documents

Career Opportunities

• International Marketing Manager/Director
• International Product Manager
• Management Analyst
• Supply Chain Manager
• Sales Director
• Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)

Accreditation

The College of Business at Louisiana State University Shreveport is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than 5 percent of all business schools worldwide meet AACSB International's demanding standards.

What Will I Learn?

An MBA in International Business will prepare you for success in large, multinational companies or small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand. Graduates will gain the skills to excel in a variety of high-level leadership roles. Students enrolled in this program will:

• Examine risks, challenges, and strategies associated with international business
• Explore international, global, and regional theories of marketing outside the home country market
• Study the macro-environmental concepts that impact international business expansion
• Understand how cultural influences and environmental conditions impact marketing tactics and strategies

Why Choose This Program?

As technology advances, global communication becomes easier and more important. With the online MBA in International Business from LSU Online and LSUS, you will be given the opportunity to cultivate a mindset of global connectivity and growth. The skills and knowledge you gain from our respected MBA program can propel you to great heights in your career.

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