Online Bachelor of Science in International Trade
Launch your global business and policy career with a Bachelor of Science in international trade from Arizona State University. In the program, you’ll learn about disruptive technologies such as AI, IoT and blockchain, global supply chains, cross-cultural negotiation and more. You’ll graduate with transdisciplinary management acumen and insights into business, political and cultural practices around the world.
Quick facts
Next start date: 03/16/2026
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
Learn to manage international trade
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.”
International trade courses
In your courses, you’ll learn about global management, big data, international trade agreements, global risk assessment and management, supply chain management and more. This program culminates with a capstone course, in which you’ll work with an international organization to deliver recommendations for their future global strategy. Courses may include:
International trade degree jobs
As a graduate with an international trade bachelor’s degree, you’ll bring transferable skills to the job market, such as analyzing foreign markets, reading financial statements and developing data-driven country, regional or global marketing plans. You can pursue a wide range of roles from commodities broker and international banker to trade analyst and public policy analyst. Other career opportunities include, but aren’t limited to:
Compliance Manager
Distribution Center Manager
Freight Forwarder
Investment Fund Manager
Logistics Analyst
Purchasing Manager
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Sales Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Learn international business from leaders in the industry
Our school consists of more than 30 full-time faculty and nearly 50 adjunct faculty who teach the same courses in-person and online, meaning you’ll receive the same high-quality education no matter where you are in the world. Our faculty members have strong leadership experience within the academic and professional worlds. Many of our adjunct faculty work full-time in prestigious leadership positions in the public, private and nonprofit arenas.
Learn international business from leaders in the industry
Our school consists of more than 30 full-time faculty and nearly 50 adjunct faculty who teach the same courses in-person and online, meaning you’ll receive the same high-quality education no matter where you are in the world. Our faculty members have strong leadership experience within the academic and professional worlds. Many of our adjunct faculty work full-time in prestigious leadership positions in the public, private and nonprofit arenas.
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
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 world-renowned university
Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University cultivates visionary leaders who harness innovation and a global digital mindset to shape the organizations of the future. Committed to transforming leadership and management education, Thunderbird empowers professionals to drive sustainable prosperity in an increasingly interconnected world. As the premier institution for global leadership and management education, Thunderbird is more than just a school — it’s a dynamic global network of leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs spanning both the private and public sectors. For nearly 80 years, Thunderbird has been at the forefront of developing future-forward, future-ready, global leaders.
#1
in the world in international trade for fourth consecutive year (QS International Trade Rankings, 2023-2026).
#16
in the world and #7 in the U.S. for global reach and impact of case writing (The Centre’s Impact Index 2025).
#1
in the U.S. for innovation for 11 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
Top 10
best online bachelor’s programs.
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.
