Programs
Bachelor of Science in International Trade
Be recognized as a global trade leader.
In Saudi. By employers. Across the world.
Program Name International Trade
Qualification Bachelor of Science (BS)
Duration 4 years + Foundation Year
Fees Degree: 100K SAR per year Foundation: 80K SAR
Start date September 2026
Why study international trade?
Saudi Arabia is becoming one of the world’s most important trade and logistics hubs. Vision 2030’s National Industrial Development and Logistics Program has attracted more than SAR 300 billion in investment, while non-oil exports reach record levels. This is fueling sustained demand for trade professionals in the Kingdom, with supply chain managers in Saudi Arabia now earning an average of around SAR 273,000 per year.
Start an exciting career in international trade with a program at Kingdom University designed by the world’s No. 1 ranked school for international trade. The Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU is ranked No. 1 in the world for international trade by the QS International Trade Rankings, for four consecutive years running (2023–2026), with a perfect 100/100 score, ranking ahead of Cambridge, Oxford, and Columbia.
Summary
Program Summary
Kingdom University’s Bachelor (BS) in International Trade offers the curriculum from the Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University. You graduate with two degrees: a local degree and an international degree, providing the opportunity to double your career opportunities, both locally and globally.
The program blends global supply chain management, international economics, trade policy, and risk assessment, preparing you to manage the trade relationships behind Saudi Arabia’s growing role in global commerce.
The curriculum is built around a global mindset. In every semester, you will build practical skills in negotiation, cross-cultural communication and strategic analysis, the same qualities demanded by Saudi Arabia’s and the world’s most ambitious employers.
Why Kingdom University, powered by ASU, is one of the best universities for international trade?
Two degrees, double the opportunity
Graduate with both a highly ranked U.S. degree from ASU’s Thunderbird School of Global Management and an accredited degree from Kingdom University. Or choose to complete your final year at ASU’s campus in Arizona.
Best opportunity for a career
Gain double the career connections, both locally and globally. Graduates will join a network of over one million ASU alumni and have a diploma with the prestige and reputation of both the Kingdom and ASU names.
A world-class degree built for global commerce
International Trade blends supply chain management, international economics, and cross-border business strategy skills that employers across every sector now demand. In Saudi Arabia, supply chain managers earn an average of SAR 273,000 per year, with senior-level professionals earning upwards of SAR 320,000.
A university that blends Saudi ambition with international excellence
Powered by ASU, Kingdom University offers world-class academic standards, with project-based learning and the latest curriculum for today’s modern world, giving ambitious students a globally respected degree, ranked amongst the world’s best.
Program
What you will study each year
Term 1
- Intensive English I
- Foundation Mathematics I
- Academic Skills I
- Personal Finance
- Introduction to Business
Term 2
- Intensive English II
- Foundation Mathematics II
- Applied Digital Intelligence
- Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
- Project Management Fundamentals
- English for Undergraduate Admission and Achievement
Semester 1
- First-Year Composition I
- Principles of Global Management
- Computer Applications and Information Technology
- Brief Calculus
- Innovation in Society
Semester 2
- First-Year Composition II
- Principles of Marketing for Global Organizations
- Mathematics for Business Analysis
- Macroeconomic Principles
- Introduction to Philosophy
Semester 3
- Principles of Accounting for Global Organizations
- Microeconomic Principles
- Chemistry and Society
- Public Speaking and Presentations
- Introductory Sociology
Semester 4
- Elements of Statistics
- Communication Across Cultures and Global Engagement
- Introduction to Environmental Science
- Resource Allocation in Organizations
- Building a Sustainable World
Semester 5
- Survey of International Economics
- Supply Chain Operations for Global Organizations
- Big Data in the Global Economy
- Business and Professional Ethics
- Introduction to Ethics or Philosophy
Semester 6
- Principles of Finance for Global Organizations
- Internship
- Business & Sustainability I
- Advanced Excel for Business
- Management and Strategy
Semesters 7 and 8 provide students with the option to complete at ASU’s campus in Arizona or via online studies.
Semester 7
- Global Business and Professional Development Skills
- Regional Management Environment
- International Trade and Regional Economic Agreements
- United States to 1865
- Multinational Organizational Leadership
- Global Risk Assessment and Management
Semester 8
- Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation
- Global Entrepreneurship
- Pro-Seminar
- States and Markets in a Global Economy
For more information about the Bachelor of Science in International Trade program, contact us. Please note that these courses are scheduled but can change at any time. Request the current schedule via the plan of study when you apply.
Careers
Careers and opportunities
International trade professionals manage the flow of goods and services across borders, turning global complexity into competitive advantage. Saudi Arabia’s strategic location between Europe, Asia, and Africa makes it a natural transit and trade hub. Globally, trade and logistics professionals are in demand (source: Trade Ready, “Growing global trade jobs: Top roles, skills, and trends to watch in 2026”).
With this degree you can work in:
- Import and export management
- Supply chain and logistics management
- International trade compliance and regulatory affairs
- Commodities and trade brokerage
- International business development
- Global product and brand management
- Trade finance and risk assessment
- Customs and regulatory affairs
- Multinational corporate management
ASU, one of the world’s best universities
To get a career advantage, you need a university degree recognized by employers throughout the world. The Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is the world's premier leadership and management school. Just a few of Thunderbird and ASU's many accolades include:
More awards and rankings here at asu.edu/about/rankings.
