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Saint Paul College Programs
International Trade
Program Requirements
• International Trade Specialist AAS Degree
• International Trade Professional Certificate
International Trade Specialist AAS Degree
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1411 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 4 |
| BTEC 1421 | Intro to Microsoft Office Software OR | |
| CSCI 2410 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| BSLM 1410 | Transportation Management | 3 |
| BSLM 1510 | Distribution Management | 3 |
| BUSN 1410 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| INTL 1400 | Introduction to International Business | 3 |
| INTL 1410 | International Communications and Cultural Awareness | 3 |
| INTL 1510 | Export Shipping and Documentation | 4 |
| INTL 2420 | US Customs and Importing | 3 |
| INTL 2510 | International Banking and Finance | 3 |
| INTL 2520 | International Business Law | 3 |
| INTL 2530 | International Marketing | 3 |
| Subtotal | 43 | |
| Electives | 3 | |
| (Select 3 credits of appropriate courses with advisor approval) | ||
| General Education Requirements | 20 | |
| (Select at least 20 credits of General Education according to the requirements listed below) | ||
| Total Program Credits | 66 |
| AAS Degree General Education - 20 Credits Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 (7 credits) |
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| Requirements* | Cr | |
| Goal 1: | Communication | 7 |
| ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.) | ||
| SPCH XXXX (3 cr.) | ||
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4 | 3 | |
| Goal 3: | Natural Sciences | |
| Goal 4: | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning | |
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5 | 3 | |
| Goal 5: | History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences | |
| ECON 1720 Macroeconomics (3 cr.) OR 1730 Microeconomics (3 cr.) | ||
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6 | 3 | |
| Goal 6: | Humanities and Fine Arts | |
| Select a minimum of 4 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum |
4 | |
| * Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options. | ||
International Trade Professional Certificate*
Program Overview
This certificate program is designed for an individual who is currently working in the International Trade/Logistics field, or has a prior degree. It is not for entry level to the international trade field, but is designed as an add-on certificate to enhance and build on prior knowledge.
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| INTL 1410 | International Communications and Cultural Awareness | 3 |
| INTL 1510 | Export Shipping and Documentation | 4 |
| INTL 2420 | US Customs and Importing | 3 |
| INTL 2510 | International Banking and Finance | 3 |
| INTL 2530 | International Marketing | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 16 |
* Program Advisor approval required.
Course Descriptions
ACCT 1411 Principles of Accounting 1
Introduces students to the fundamental accounting concepts and principles used to analyze and record business transactions. 4C/4/0/0
BSLM 1410 Transportation Management
Introduction to basic transportation concepts and the relevance of transportation in our economy. Characteristics of each mode of transportation including rail, highway, carrier pricing, pipelines, air and water will be discussed and evaluated. 3C/3/0/0
BSLM 1510 Distribution Management
Designed to clarify and define the primary role of warehousing and logistics in today’s economy. This course includes inventory control, materials handling equipment, just-in-time productivity and quality control. 3C/3/0/0
BTEC 1421 Business Information Applications 1
This is the first course in a series that teaches students how to use Microsoft Office software applications. Software used includes Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point. By the end of this course, students will be skilled in the basic features of Microsoft Office. Students will create common business documents including letters, reports, tables, newsletters, Excel worksheets, Access databases, and PowerPoint graphic presentations. This course and BTEC 1423 Business Information Applications 2 prepare the for student the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Exams. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 1410 Introduction to Business
Offers an introduction to the United States business system. Students will explore economic principles, international business, business ethics, marketing, and financial principles. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 1440 Marketing Principles
Students will develop an understanding of the basic principles of marketing. Students will examine core marketing concepts (needs, wants, demands) and the elements used in developing a marketing plan, including consumer behavior principles, product development, pricing strategies, advertising, sales promotion, public relations, personal selling, and product distribution. Current marketing trends will be discussed. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 1482 Business Career Resources
This course provides information and guidance in the development of professional job seeking skills. Topics will include: the application, the resume, the cover letter, using the internet in a job search, locating job opportunities, marketing yourself, and company research. This course may include work on portfolios, electronic portfolios, and interviewing skills. 2C/2/0/0
CSCI 2410 Management Information Systems
This course provides elementary concepts to the management of information systems. The course is designed to allow the student of management information systems to evaluate, design and implement information processing systems that support all management areas of the business enterprise. The purpose of the course is to understand the underlying principles of information systems from a user (not a system's manager) perspective for different management functions. 3C/3/0/0
INTP 1440 Orientation to Interpreting
This course introduces students to the profession of sign language interpreting. It covers the history of interpreting as a field of professional practice, the required professional ethical and performance standards, the impact of legislation on the field, the phenomena of cross cultural dynamics, oppression of minority groups and the role of an interpreter as a cultural mediator. (Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into ITP) 3C/3/0/0
INTL 1410 International Communications and Cultural Awareness
Covers potential problems in the international transaction due to language and cultural differences. Both written and oral issues will be discussed. In addition, the areas of social and business habits that are different from one country to another will be covered. An understanding of these various needs will help ease the international transaction. 3C/3/0/0
INTL 1510 Export Shipping and Documentation
Introduces students to the flow of merchandise in an international trade transaction using various modes of transportation, routing, paperwork, regulations and incoterms. The principle documents that must be prepared for shipments will be analyzed and created. Information will include the purpose of each document, its function, common problems in preparing and processing this type of document. Discussion will include reviewing documents from the banker, freight forwarder and shipper perspective. Students will prepare and examine these documents. 4C/4/0/0
INTL 2420 US Customs and Importing
Provides students with the basic knowledge needed for customs clearance. This includes classification of products using the harmonized system, understanding import regulations, marking rules, preparing entry documentation, learning various types of entries and special provisions. This course will help prepare the student to take the U.S. Customs Broker exam. 3C/3/0/0
INTL 2510 International Banking and Finance
Provides the procedures involved in establishing credit for foreign transactions. Included are letters of credit, bankers acceptances, documentary collections, and money transfers. Also covered are country risk and foreign exchange assessment, foreign currency risk, spot, forward, and option contracts and how they are used to reduce foreign currency risk exposure. This class is taught from exporter, importer, and banker perspectives. 3C/3/0/0
INTL 2520 International Business Law
Designed to be a basic course covering the law and practice of international trade, licensing and investment. The student will be introduced to the risks of international business and examine how those risks differ from doing business domestically. The student will study the function and importance of international public law, the role of international organizations and private dispute settlement procedures. Emphasis will be placed on the legal changes taking place, which affect the European market. Students will examine the constitutional division of authority between the Congress and the President with regard to the regulation of foreign trade. The course also covers the regulation of the international marketplace, including the law of foreign licensing and investment. 3C/3/0/0
INTL 2530 International Marketing
Study marketing from the international point of view. Topics include how and where to find new international customers, evaluating the needs of international customers, and keeping these customers happy while bringing a profit to the company. Also included are the fundamentals of selling, advertising, the effect of cultural differences on selling and advertising procedures, and techniques of closing the sale. 3C/3/0/0
