BS Global Trade & Economics Minor in Interfaith Studies

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Global Trade & Economics

Total program length

135 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Global trade and economics core

78 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The BS in Global Trade & Economics with a Minor in Interfaith Studies equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of international commerce and the intricate relationships between various cultures and religions. Students will explore global trade theories, economic principles, and learn how interfaith dynamics impact geopolitical relationships and economic transactions. Through experiential learning, case studies, and interdisciplinary coursework, graduates will be prepared for diverse roles in global economic sectors. The program emphasizes critical thinking, cross-cultural communication, and ethical decision-making, providing invaluable skills for careers in today's interconnected world.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 135
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

Common University Core for ALL Bachelor Programs (36 CH)

• UNI 101 First-Year Writing I
• UNI 102 First-Year Writing II
• UNI 110 Public Speaking & Presentation
• UNI 120 College Algebra or Quantitative Reasoning
• UNI 210 Applied Statistics for Social Science
• UNI 220 Research & Information Literacy
• UNI 230 Ethics in a Global Society
• UNI 240 Introduction to Sociology
• UNI 250 Introduction to Psychology
• UNI 260 World History I
• UNI 261 World History II
• UNI 270 Introduction to Political Science

Major Core (36 CH)

• GTE 201 Principles of Microeconomics
• GTE 202 Principles of Macroeconomics
• GTE 210 International Trade Theory
• GTE 220 International Finance
• GTE 230 Money, Banking & Financial Systems
• GTE 240 Managerial Economics
• GTE 310 Econometrics I
• GTE 320 Global Markets & Competition
• GTE 330 Trade Policy & Institutions (WTO)
• GTE 340 Development Economics
• GTE 410 Applied Data Analysis for Economics
• GTE 499 Capstone: Global Trade Strategy

General education | 36 credit hours

• Global trade and economics core | 78 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Supporting Courses (18 CH)

• ACC 210 Financial Accounting
• FIN 320 Corporate Finance Fundamentals
• MGT 210 Principles of Management
• SCM 310 Global Supply Chain Management
• LAW 320 International Business Law
• POL 325 Political Economy of Globalization

Major Electives (30 CH)

• GTE 351 Emerging Markets
• GTE 352 International Monetary Policy
• GTE 353 Economic Sanctions & Statecraft
• GTE 354 Global Poverty & Inequality
• GTE 355 Energy Economics
• GTE 356 Behavioral Economics
• GTE 357 Economics of Migration
• GTE 358 Trade Analytics & Forecasting
• GTE 359 Global Financial Crises
• GTE 360 Sustainable Trade & ESG

Minor: Interfaith Studies (15 CH)

• IIS 101 Introduction to Interfaith Studies
• NGS 210 Nonprofit & Global Studies
• CLE 220 Christian Law & Ethics
• ECH 310 Early Civilization & History
• RCG 410 Contemporary Global Affairs
• The Bachelor of Science in Global Trade & Economics with a minor in Interfaith Studies combines a robust general education curriculum with comprehensive study in economic theory, international market analysis, behavioral science, ethical decision-making, cross-cultural research, global crisis awareness, and strategic program development. This program provides students with the critical tools necessary for understanding the intersection of trade systems, community-based support, and religious diversity in the modern world.
• Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Capstone: Global Trade Strategy

• 3
• None
• GTE 410 — Applied Data Analysis for Economics: Applied Data Analysis for EconomicsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• RCG 410 — Religion in Contemporary Global Affairs: Religion in Contemporary Global AffairsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• GTE 499 — Capstone: Global Trade Strategy: Capstone: Global Trade StrategyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• IIS 101 | Introduction to Interfaith Studies | 3 | None
• UNI 101 | First-Year Writing I | 3 | None
• UNI 102 | First-Year Writing II | 3 | None
• UNI 110 | Public Speaking & Presentation | 3 | None
• UNI 120 | College Algebra or Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | None
• GTE 201 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GTE 202 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | None
• ACC 210 | Financial Accounting | 3 | None
• GTE 210 | International Trade Theory | 3 | None
• MGT 210 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
• NGS 210 | Nonprofit & global studies | 3 | None
• UNI 210 | Applied Statistics for Social Science | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CLE 220 | Christian Law & Ethics | 3 | None
• GTE 220 | International Finance | 3 | None
• UNI 220 | Research & Information Literacy | 3 | None
• GTE 230 | Money, Banking & Financial Systems | 3 | None
• UNI 230 | Ethics in a Global Society | 3 | None
• GTE 240 | Managerial Economics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• UNI 240 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
• UNI 250 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• UNI 260 | World History I | 3 | None
• UNI 261 | World History II | 3 | None
• UNI 270 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 | None
• ECH 310 | Early Civilization & History | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GTE 310 | Econometrics I | 3 | None
• SCM 310 | Global Supply Chain Management | 3 | None
• FIN 320 | Corporate Finance Fundamentals | 3 | None
• GTE 320 | Global Markets & Competition | 3 | None
• LAW 320 | International Business Law | 3 | None
• POL 325 | Political Economy of Globalization | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GTE 330 | Trade Policy & Institutions (WTO) | 3 | None
• GTE 340 | Development Economics | 3 | None
• GTE 351 | Emerging Markets | 3 | None
• GTE 352 | International Monetary Policy | 3 | None
• GTE 353 | Economic Sanctions & Statecraft | 3 | None
• GTE 354 | Global Poverty & Inequality | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GTE 355 | Energy Economics | 3 | None
• GTE 356 | Behavioral Economics | 3 | None
• GTE 357 | Economics of Migration | 3 | None
• GTE 358 | Trade Analytics & Forecasting | 3 | None
• GTE 359 | Global Financial Crises | 3 | None
• GTE 360 | Sustainable Trade & ESG | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GTE 410 | Applied Data Analysis for Economics | 3 | None
• RCG 410 | Religion in Contemporary Global Affairs | 3 | None
• GTE 499 | Capstone: Global Trade Strategy | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

• International Trade Analyst
• Global Supply Chain Manager
• Economic Development Consultant
• Cultural Liaison Specialist
• Policy Advisor in International Affairs
• Business Development Manager in Global Markets

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Global Trade & Economics
• Total program length | 135 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years