Online Bachelor of Arts in Business – Global Leadership
Are you eager to hone your strategic thinking and international business acumen? You’ll do this and more when you pursue a Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in global leadership. Upon graduation, you’ll be a stand-out candidate for business management, leadership, geopolitical, human resources and political science roles that transcend national borders.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 41
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
Develop international business acumen and leadership skills
This program provides skills to propel your leadership career within domestic organizations and abroad. Courses cover global-scale leadership and international management, and will also expand your professional abilities in business development, critical thinking and resource management. Additional marketable skills include:
- Cross-cultural communication.
- Global supply chain management.
- International negotiations.
- Local and international politics in decision-making.
You’ll also learn to manage staff from diverse backgrounds and resources across multiple locations. The curriculum offers opportunities to select electives that support your global leadership career goals, as well as opportunities to study and work abroad.
The roles you’ll be prepared for
Upon graduation, you can immediately apply what you learned in domestic or international organizations, whether you seek to expand your current role or pursue a new career path. This degree can equip you for positions as a business analyst, human resources manager, sales manager, training manager and more.
As a global leader, you can leverage your skills to navigate legal jurisdictions and cross-border commerce challenges. You’ll also be able to apply best business practices in an international context emphasizing bridging divides among groups. This program will position you as a purposeful leader in global business with an understanding of the specialized needs and risks that extend beyond the domestic economy.
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Business and global leadership courses
In addition to covering traditional business topics such as accounting, finance and marketing, the curriculum includes global leadership courses to focus your studies. In your concentration courses, you may learn about comparative politics, international business and economics, social change, global supply chain management and more. You also have the option to complete an internship as one of your upper-division electives.
The global business jobs you’ll be prepared for
Global leadership knowledge and skills open doors for career opportunities with organizations that have multinational interests and operations. You can pursue domestic and international roles in analysis, sales, distribution, human resources and general management. Additional potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Business Analyst
Distribution Center Manager
Employee Training Manager
General Manager (GM)
Human Resources Manager
Office Manager
Sales Manager
Security Manager
Learn from leading experts in business and global leadership
The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Learn from leading experts in business and global leadership
The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
How to apply
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Study at a top business school
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
