Guidelines
Pre-Business Core
Business students studying abroad earlier in their academic career can choose to complete courses in the pre-business core. Please note:
- Most common courses taken abroad are ECON 211, ECON 213, and STAT 201 equivalents
- Although not technically a Pre-business core requirement, Ethics is another commonly found lower division requirement
- Pre-business core courses are part of HCB’s tracking courses which must be completed by the fourth term, regardless of whether the course is taken abroad or at UT
Business Core
Business students who desire to complete courses in the business core should consider:
- Most common courses taken abroad are BULW 301, FINC 301, and BUAD 332 equivalents
- Finance majors are not allowed to take FINC 301 abroad
- Business core courses are typically taken during junior or senior year and can be taken concurrent with major or collateral/concentration classes
Selecting Your Collateral/Concentration
Another option for courses to take abroad are through your collateral/concentration after you finish your tracking courses. Please refer to your Haslam Student Handbook for all possible combinations.
The International Business (IB) concentration offers the most flexibility in course availability. Please note:
- All 12 credit hours of IB elective coursework can be taken abroad.
- Business coursework that is international in scope and upper division (300-400 level) can be counted as an IB elective.
IB courses give students the opportunity to pursue country or region-specific coursework that offers unique insight into international business practices.