International Business, M.I.B.

Saint Louis University’s executive format Master of International Business (E.M.I.B.), offered through the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business, is designed for working professionals seeking to lead in an increasingly interconnected global economy. The program combines a rigorous, internationally focused curriculum with applied, collaborative learning and global residency experiences that expose students to diverse markets, cultures and business environments.

Emphasizing strategic thinking, cross-cultural competence and real-world problem-solving, SLU's E.M.I.B. prepares students to navigate global complexity, evaluate international opportunities and lead effectively across borders while continuing to advance in their careers.

Program Highlights

• Hybrid, cohort program format designed for professionals
• Extensive mentoring opportunities from global business leaders
• Two-week summer global immersion course
• Emphasis on global strategic planning and regional expertise

Curriculum Overview

Advancing Business in a Globally Connected World 

SLU's 21-month, 36-credit executive Master of International Business degree (M.I.B.) combines business curriculum with international business challenges, solutions and cultural differences. It provides business professionals with the skills needed to navigate the complex global business environment. Students move through the program as a cohort group in a team-based environment, fostering collaboration and networking. A two-week international immersion course in Asia or Latin America provides a cultural and global business experience.

Careers

Graduate students in our executive Master of International Business program have access to the Valerie A. Davisson Career Resources Center, conveniently located within the School of Business, which serves as the catalyst for creating meaningful connections, developing outstanding internships and employment opportunities, and providing other valuable career management services.

Admission Requirements

Applicants are reviewed for past work, internship and leadership experiences. The admission exam requirement may be waived for candidates with three or more years of professional work experience. 

Application Requirements

• Online application form
• Official Transcript(s) reflecting a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
• Two letters of recommendation
• Résumé
• Professional goal statement of fewer than 500 words
• If work experience is less than three years, GMAT or GRE may be required

Requirements for International Students

• Applicants who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents will also need to submit an addendum form outlining certification of financial support for one year of study (if a student visa is required) with the necessary documentation.
• For non-native speakers of English, an official TOEFL or IELTS score report is also required and must be sent directly from ETS or the British Council (The school code is 6629 for ETS). TOEFL and IELTS scores should be no more than two years old. This program requires a TOEFL score of 88 and an IELTS broadband of at least 6.5. The Pearson Test of English scores can be accepted as well.

INTO SLU offers the Pathway Program for international students who are interested in this course but do not meet the direct entry requirements. Visit intostudy.com/slu/programs for more information.

Application Deadline

Students are admitted on a rolling basis with a deadline of August 15 for enrollment in the fall semester (spring enrollment may be granted in limited circumstances).

Review Process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once all application materials are received. Application files are reviewed holistically (considering the applicant's work, internship, leadership experience and personal goal statement). The average time for admissions decisions is two weeks.

Tuition

Additional charges may apply. Other resources are listed below:

Information on Tuition and Fees

Miscellaneous Fees

Information on Summer Tuition

Scholarships and Financial Aid

The Chaifetz School offers generous scholarships to make a graduate degree from our nationally ranked institution accessible. All applicants to the executive Master of International Business program are automatically considered for scholarship awards at the time of admission. Learn more about E.M.I.B. Scholarships.

Please visit the student financial services office online for more information about student loans.  

Accreditation

The Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the world’s largest business education alliance and accrediting body of business schools, ensuring continuous quality improvement in terms of curriculum, instructional resources, student selection, career placement and intellectual contributions and qualifications of the faculty. Approximately 5% of business schools worldwide have achieved AACSB accreditation. 

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

This roadmap is just one example of a semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. There are other plans students can and do take. The plan of study for each particular student is established in consultation with each student’s academic advisor; this roadmap does not replace academic advising appointments.

Roadmap notes:

• This Roadmap assumes full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
• Courses/Milestones marked with an “!” are critical and must be completed in the semester listed in the Roadmap to ensure a timely graduation.
• Course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

*Intensive course.

**Students may take IB 5900 International Study Abroad (2 cr) during the summer of year one or year two of the program. International immersion trips occur over a two-week period during the summer months (typically May to June). 

For additional admission questions, please contact:

Chaifetz Business Programs Office
Graduate Business Admission Team
314-977-3800
gradbiz@slu.edu

For additional admission questions, please contact:

Jill Newman
Program manager
jill.newman@slu.edu