Accelerated Master's

PlusOne in International Management

Fast track your master’s and build the skills to manage global teams, navigate cultures, and drive strategy in today’s international economy.

How to apply
Contact your undergraduate advisor
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Program details

  • Commitment

    Bachelor's + 1 grad term

  • Entry Terms

    Fall

  • Visa Compliant

    Yes

  • STEM-designated

    No

  • Locations

    Boston

  • Eligible students

    Academically outstanding business majors

This program is ideal for

Top BSBA or BSIB students seeking leadership roles with a global scope.

Students interested in jobs like global business manager or logistics manager.

Students looking to build cultural agility and management skills.

Application deadlines

Find your advisor

Nov. 9

Preferred early deadline

Jan. 24

Preferred second deadline

Mar. 21

Final deadline

You must meet with your undergraduate academic advisor before submitting an application—ideally during your sophomore year or first term as a junior. Careful curriculum planning is essential to ensure you're eligible and ready to start your master's-level coursework. Please note: Applications are ideally received in November or January.

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Jumpstart your future in the global marketplace

  • Take graduate courses during your senior year that apply to both degrees, finishing your master's in less time.
  • Strengthen your ability to manage global teams, enter new markets, and leverage international supply chains.
  • Customize more than half of your studies with electives, including consulting projects and immersive travel electives.
  • Learn from recognized leaders in international business and cultural agility.

Program details

Our PlusOne MS in International Management program is designed for ambitious, academically outstanding students who want to accelerate their career in the field. The program allows you to take up to 15 graduate credits during your senior year and apply those credits toward both your bachelor's and master's degrees.

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Prior to the Fall start of your senior year as an undergraduate, you must complete the following courses:

  • ACCT 1201 – Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • MKTG 2201 – Introduction to Marketing
  • FINA 2201 – Financial Management
  • ORGB 3201 – Organizational Behavior

In your Fall term as a senior, you may take the following graduate-level courses and ‘double count' them toward both your bachelor's and master's degrees.

  • INNO 6200 – Enterprise Growth & Innovation
  • INTB 6200 – Managing the Global Enterprise
  • INTB 6226 – Becoming a Global Leader
  • Two graduate-level business electives

Examples of electives you may choose:

  • ENTR 6214 – Social Enterprise
  • ENTR 6241 – Entrepreneurial Marketing and Selling
  • FINA 6204 – International Finance Management
  • INNO 6212 – Business Planning for New Ventures
  • INNO 6225 – Acquisitions, Alliances, and Growth
  • SCHM 6213 – Global Supply Chain
  • MKTG 6212 – International Marketing

Course availability varies by term.

After graduating in December, you'll complete the following to earn your MS in International Management:

  • STRT 6210 – Workforce Metrics and Analytics
  • Choose one of the following:
    • INTB 6224 – Competing to Win in Emerging Markets
    • INTB 6249 – Digitization of International Business
    • INTB 6260 – Advanced Topics in Global Management & Strategy
  • Three additional graduate-level business electives

D'Amore-McKim undergraduates—especially those who have completed a co-op—know that we excel at blending classroom instruction and academic theory with experience-powered learning. In fact, some of your most valuable learning experiences happen outside the formal curriculum. Make the most of these graduate-level opportunities to broaden your knowledge.

  • FOR Credit

    Elective Consulting Project

    Choose our directed study course and you'll tackle a real business issue faced by a company aligned with your career aspirations, building your storytelling and case-writing skills, polishing your problem-solving techniques, and giving you inside exposure to leaders in your chosen industry.

  • NON Credit

    Community Impact Initiative

    Use your business skills for good. Collaborate on real projects that drive social change—growing your network, sharpening your skills, and making a difference along the way. 

    Learn more about the initiative
  • FOR Credit

    AI Strategic Hub Research Practicum

    Solve real problems with data and tech. Gain experience tackling client challenges through analytics and digital solutions while building a portfolio of impactful work. 

    Learn more about the practicum
  • FOR Credit

    Global Field Study

    Experience business on the global stage. Immerse yourself in global markets and culture through travel over spring break or early summer. (Application required.)

    Learn more about Global Field Study
  • for Credit

    360 Huntington Fund

    Join the management team of a real mutual fund—building skills in a setting no simulation can replicate. Earn 1 credit per semester, up to three times. (Application required.)

    Learn more about the Fund
  • FOR Credit

    IDEA Student-Led Venture Accelerator

    Launch a venture—or help one grow. Build your startup or mentor early-stage teams in strategy, finance, or marketing.

    Learn more about IDEA
  • NON Credit

    Bloomberg Terminal

    Get Bloomberg certified. Harness powerful financial tools to analyze real-time data, earn Bloomberg Market Concepts and ESG certifications, and compete in global team challenges.

    Learn more about the lab
  • NON Credit

    Sustainable Finance Club

    Explore how finance can drive positive change. Learn about ESG investing, sustainability trends, and responsible business practices through events, discussions, and competitions.

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Starting the conversation with your undergraduate advisor ensures you can map out your classes and fit them into your schedule. Together, you'll review the application requirements and select appropriate classes to take full advantage of this opportunity.

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PlusOne advantages

Northeastern's PlusOne program lets you take up to 15 graduate credits during your senior year while still enrolled as an undergraduate. These credits are double-counted toward both your bachelor's and master's degrees—saving you time and money. You'll pay the lower undergraduate tuition rate for these graduate courses, then complete your remaining master's coursework in a single post-bachelor's term as a graduate student.

Faculty & learning

Our world-class faculty bring years of experience, innovative leadership, and global perspectives to their teaching and are dedicated to preparing you for success in a rapidly evolving business world.

Meet our International Business faculty

Careers & support

Once you complete your undergraduate studies, the dedicated experts at the Graduate Career Center will help you achieve your professional goals and emerge as a responsible, forward-thinking business leader. Whether you want to advance your career in corporate finance or are interested in moving into the field, we'll support you in setting goals, preparing for the job search, exploring learning opportunities beyond the classroom, and staying abreast of events and programs to grow your network.

Explore the Graduate Career Center

Alumni network

One of the most valuable benefits of earning your master's degree from D'Amore-McKim is the chance to become part of our elite alumni network—numbering more than 62,800 members spanning 154 countries who regularly connect through events, programs, services, chapters, volunteering, and more.

Connect with D'Amore-McKim alumni
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Student voices

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From global experiences to consulting ambitions

“One of the biggest strengths here is the professors. They bring incredible real-world experience as CEOs, authors, and public speakers, yet remain deeply committed to teaching and student success.” – Keira O'Connor, BS in International Business'24, PlusOne MS in International Management'25

Turning passion to purpose

“I didn't have to choose between a strong academic experience and international exposure. At D'Amore-McKim, I could have both. The program was the perfect fit for my interests and goals in international business and management.” – Chinonso Morsindi, BS in International Business and International Affairs'24, PlusOne MS in International Management'25
KARAN-KWATRA

Building a network for career success

“One huge benefit of studying at Northeastern is the support you receive in developing your professional network. The networking opportunities have helped me feel prepared to enter the professional world.” says Karan Kwatra, PlusOne MS in International Management‘22, BS in International Business and Finance'21

How to apply

3.25+ cumulative GPA

Application requirements include a 3.25 minimum cumulative GPA.

3.0+ GPA in related courses

ACCT 1201/2/9; ACCT 2201/2/9; FINA 2201/2/9; ORGB 3201/2/9.

2 co-ops

Applicants must successfully complete two six-month co-ops.

Application steps

  1. Discuss your plans with an academic advisor to ensure all prerequisites have been satisfied.
  2. Create a new account for PlusOne in International Management by completing the PlusOne Inquiry Form.
  3. You will receive an email with a link to the PlusOne application; further instructions will be provided.
  4. Once your application is underway, select “Program – PlusOne in International Management, Entry Term – Fall”.
  5. Complete the application and submit when ready.

Required materials

  1. Application form
  2. Personal statement essay
  3. Two letters of recommendation (co-op supervisor(s) or faculty)
  4. Resumé
  5. Academic transcript(s) from all undergraduate schools attended*

*For Northeastern transcripts, please submit your unofficial transcript found in your Student Hub.