International business managers coordinate global projects.
An international business manager carries out every operational duty required for the purpose of assisting an employer in the successful completion of a multi-national project or business deal. Duties may include finance, human resources and/or administrative related tasks.
Educational Requirement
While some employers may not require a formal college education, most (particularly Fortune 500 firms) will only consider candidates with four-year degrees. Graduate education is often preferred.
Qualitative Requirements
To achieve success as an international business manager, an individual must be extremely organized, an excellent communicator and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. Fluency in more than one language is also often helpful.
Salary
According to Simply Hired, the average international business manager employed in the United States of America in 2009 earns an annual income of $67,000.
Employment Opportunities
A prospective international business manager may find employment within for-profit corporations of all sizes, as well as with government agencies.
Association of Professionals in Business Management
Individuals seeking to enter this field should explore the resources offered by the Association of Professionals in Business Management, a membership organization providing training, networking and career development opportunities for those in the field.
