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The international business (IB) major requires demonstrated proficiency at the beginner level in a second language. This can be accomplished either by completing prescribed courses or by demonstrating proficiency as determined by the Department of Global Cultures and Languages. Language proficiency would generally be acquired through the study of a language up to and including the 102 level in Chinese, French, German, Russian, Spanish or any 102 level language with GCL prefix with grades of C or better in each course. Students whose native language is not English will meet this requirement through demonstrated proficiency via TOEFL or departmental exam. Majors must also complete an international experience of at least three weeks duration prior to graduation. The international experience must be pre-approved by the College of Business Administration International Business Advisory Committee. Students should apply for approval at least one semester before the planned experience. The advisory committee will determine the credit value of the experience. For non-U.S. based students, this requirement is met through the satisfactory completion of all required course work.