Global Business Fundamentals Certificate
This certificate program will be offered soon.
Think Globally, Act Strategically
Position yourself as a leader in the global marketplace. The Global Business Fundamentals certificate prepares you to think and act confidently in today's interconnected marketplace by teaching you how international strategies, cultural forces, and supply-chain networks come together to move products and services across borders. Whether you aspire to work for a multinational company or launch your own global venture, this program gives you the tools to think big and act boldly.
Who Should Enroll?
Aspiring professionals, team players, and managers who values the potential and impact of a global marketplace and want to build their "global mindset". Open to students from all majors.
Career-Ready Skills
- Understand international strategies, cultural dynamics & global supply chains
- Analyze global opportunities & manage cross-border risks
- Coordinate logistics from factory to customer
- Adapt plans for diverse markets & regulations
- Read economic indicators & assess global trends
- Design agile supply chains that balance cost & quality
- Source materials responsibly & navigate international logistics
- Communicate across cultures & regulatory environments
Program Structure
Required Courses
- MGMT 3301: Management Theory and Practice
- MGMT 4313: Supply Chain Strategy
- MGMT 4353: International Business Management
Electives (Choose One)
- MGMT 4326: Effective Negotiations
- MGMT 4330: Sustainable Innovation Management
- MGMT 4335: Global Sustainability & Competitive Advantage
- MGMT 4371: Social Responsibility of Business
Career Paths
- Global Sourcing Analyst
- Logistics Analyst
- Import–Export Coordinator
- Supply Chain Planner
- Business Development Associate
Spot global opportunities. Keep business moving.
Admission Requirements
Ready to submit your application to University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Business? Make sure you have what it takes as you begin the admissions process.
- How to Apply as a Freshman Student
- How to Apply as a Transfer Student
- How to Apply as an International Student
Cost Information
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Deadlines for Applying
- Freshman Deadlines
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Fall
Priority - July 15
Final - August 1 -
Spring
Priority - November 1
Final - December 1 -
Summer
Priority - March 1
Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1
- Transfer Deadlines
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Spring 2026Priority - December 1
Final - January 12 (Deadline Extended)
Returning UHCL Students - January 12 (Deadline Extended) -
Summer 2026Priority - May 1
Summer I Final - May 20
Summer II Final - June 26 -
Fall 2026Priority - August 1
Final - August 10
Returning UHCL Students - August 12
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by June 1
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by July 15 -
Spring
Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by October 1
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by December 15 -
Summer*
Freshman - Application Not Accepted for Summer Semester.
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by May 1
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
UHCL Online
Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
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