The Certificate of Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures for International Business prepares students to meet the challenges of doing business in the Spanish-speaking world. Students will gain a practical knowledge of global diversity, global business relationships, and practice critical thinking on international current events and challenges facing both businesses today. |
- SPAN 301: Spanish Conversation (3 credits)
- SPAN 305: Spanish for Business (3 credits)
- INTB 205: International Business (3 credits)
- MGMT 201: Management Principals and Concepts (3 credits)
- SPAN 302: Spanish Composition
- SPAN 311: Spanish/Spanish American Cultural Experience (Study Abroad)
- SPAN 360: Hispanic Culture Through Film
- INTB 421: Foreign Market Entry
- MGMT 457: International Management
- SCM 330: Principals of Supply Chain and Operations Management
This 15-CREDIT certificate aims to give the advanced students of Spanish a foundation in business vocabulary, basic business and cultural concepts, and situational practice that will prepare them to function competently in today's Spanish-speaking world. The Requirements to qualify for the Certificate of Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures for International Business are as follows: Completion of SPAN 202: Intermediate Spanish II or SPAN 212: Intensive Intermediate Spanish II and 32 credit hours of college credit program type (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT). |
PLAN YOUR STUDIES |
SPAN 301 - 3 CR.Students will improve their oral expression by means of learning new vocabulary, class conversations and presentations. Prereqs: SPAN 202 or equivalent. |
SPAN 305 - 3 CR.Study of business terminology as well as cultural factors affecting the conduct of business with Hispanic nations and populations. Prereqs: SPAN 202 or instructor permission. |
INTB 205 - 3 CR.A basic course in international business which focuses on global diversity, cultural and economic differences, and related current events. No prerequisites. |
MGMT 201 - 3 CR.An interdisciplinary approach to the study of the basic principles of general management theory and practice. Prereqs: Student needs to have completed 32 credit hours of study prior to enrollment. |
SPAN 302 - 3 CR.Students will improve their writing skills, and will be asked interact with each other and their professor to gain a better understanding of the Spanish language. Prereqs: SPAN 202 or equivalent. |
SPAN 311 - 1-6 CR.Student's residence and study in a Spanish-speaking country. Repeatable once with different content, 12 credits maximum. May be taken for a variable number of credits. Prereqs: SPAN 202 or equivalent. |
SPAN 360 - 3 CR.An articulation and analysis of important themes in contemporary Hispanic culture presented through film. An introduction to film criticism. Conducted in Spanish. Prereqs: Completion of two of the following courses: [SPAN 301/SPAN 302/SPAN 303]. |
INTB 421 - 3 CR.A study of the business processes and procedures associated with successful foreign market entry. Prereqs: Must have been admitted to a major in a four-year degree granting college and INTB 205. |
MGMT 457 - 3 CR.Management practices and techniques of international business organizations. Focus on structure and processes of resource allocation, design and technology, and the impact of culture. Prereqs: Must be admitted to a major in a 4-year degree granting college, upper level standing and MGMT 201 or equivalent. |
SCM 330 - 3 CR.An overview of the terminology, fundamental concepts and scope of responsibility encountered in the fields of supply chain and operations management. Prereqs: Student needs to have completed 32 credit hours of study. |
DR.CAMELLY CRUZ-MARTESDr. Cruz-Martes will be able to answer any of your certificate questions. |
CAREERSWant to find out how studying Spanish can enhance your plan of study? Please visit our careers page to find out more information. Click here! |
COMPLEMENTARY PROGRAMSIt may be worth looking into our Spanish minor since they have requirements which count for both! Click here for more info! |