Are you a global thinker who would love to find a challenging career with travel opportunities? Do you enjoy navigating the intricacies of other cultures and languages? Are you ready to develop skills that will allow you to be a player in an international business environment that needs more and more qualified workers every year?
Richland College’s program in International Business and Trade the only community college program of its kind in North Texas — as well as one of only four in the state. Cashing in on our reputation for academic excellence combined with hands-on experience, you’ll develop highly marketable skills that will make you a sought-after job candidate in the heart of a booming international market.
Banking and trade finance, business law, global logistics, international marketing, intercultural management, e-commerce and Web design are all part of our comprehensive curriculum — and you can add certificates to specialize in additional areas such as imports/exports and foreign language. Combine a practical education with our opportunities for internships, program content guided by industry leaders and access to area job listings, and you’ll be prepared for the career of your dreams in no time.
According to the Dallas Office of Economic Development, the Dallas metroplex — the ninth largest city in the nation — is home to more than 2,250 global companies. The region’s foreign trade has more than tripled in the last decade, and total import and export trade between the Dallas area and the world approached $60 billion in 2006. With DFW International Airport, the third busiest passenger airport in the world for daily operations, Dallas is a city desperately needing goal-oriented workers with expertise in international business practices.
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International Business and Trade Degree and Certificate Options
Most students in International Business and Trade focus on careers in international marketing, export or import management, international transportation and logistics, import-export trading or various international business support services.
Our students have the opportunity to participate in activities related to the Export Assistance Center of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Export-Import Bank through the Dallas Regional Chamber, the International Trade Center, Small Business Development Centers, the Dallas Council on World Affairs, the North Texas Customs Brokers and Foreign Freight Forwarders Association, Women in International Trade of Texas and other international organizations.
The International Business and Trade Program is a World Trade Week educational award winner of the International Trade Association of Dallas/Fort Worth. We offer an associate degree program, two certificates and a skills achievement award in foreign languages.
Other Degree and Certificate Options
The Dallas County Community College District offers nearly 350 career and technical degrees and certificates, plus 36 academic degrees. For more information, see a chart of our degree plans by location.