International Business Programs Blog

Insight and inspiration for students abroad

University Spotlight: Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand 

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Our next partner university spotlight is Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand! This university is relatively new to the Magellan Exchange Program, but they have been an international school for many years that focuses on cultivating global citizens. They are most known for their Information Technology and Hospitality Industry Management Bachelor programs, with many courses focusing on International Business as well. See a list of courses here.

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University Spotlight: Rennes School of Business in Rennes, France

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This week we are highlighting a business school in western France! They offer business classes at the Bachelor and Master levels, holding AACSB and AMBA accreditations, making it part of the top 1% of business schools in the world. With around 67,000 students, Rennes has a lively atmosphere and plenty of entertainment as well. [Read more…] about University Spotlight: Rennes School of Business in Rennes, France

Life as a Teaching Assistant in China

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Baylor Long started as a Teaching Assistant (TA) at the College of Business’s partner school in Dalian, China in Fall 2025. This post highlights how he discovered this opportunity and what he has experienced so far!

Baylor had previously studied abroad, during his senior year of undergraduate, when he participated in a long-term program in Thailand. While he was learning about study abroad programs and researching them, he came across the China TA Program on Missouri State’s website. He had previously talked to the study abroad advisor, and upon returning to the states after his time studying abroad, he showed further interest from there. [Read more…] about Life as a Teaching Assistant in China

University Spotlight: ESERP Business School in Barcelona, Spain

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Each week, International Business Programs will be spotlighting one of our partners through the Magellan Exchange network. The Magellan Exchange offers students an affordable opportunity to study abroad and get fully immersed in the educational and social life of their host country. Rather than pay a program fee, students pay MSU in-state tuition. Students can choose from semester or academic year programs. Summer, short-term programs, and internships are available in some locations.

This week’s university spotlight is the ESERP Business School in Barcelona, Spain! [Read more…] about University Spotlight: ESERP Business School in Barcelona, Spain

From Uncertainty to Clarity: A Student’s Transformative Experience in Australia

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Meet Annabella Diaz, a College of Business student majoring in Marketing and Marketing Research. During the spring of her junior year, Annabella participated in the University of Tasmania Exchange program. What began as an academic opportunity quickly became a deeply transformative experience, shaping not only her creative perspective but also the way she views her future.

From inspiring coursework and scenic coastal routines to meaningful travel and personal reflection, Annabella’s semester in Tasmania allowed her to slow down, explore with intention, and reconnect with her sense of possibility. We connected with Annabella to hear more about her favorite classes, memorable experiences, and the lessons that continue to guide her after returning home. [Read more…] about From Uncertainty to Clarity: A Student’s Transformative Experience in Australia

My Journey in China

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The Best Coincidence in My life

By Brunno Tomiyama Suzuki

A year ago, I would not have thought that I would be living and working as a teaching assistant in Dalian, China. My journey to arrive here is one of my favorite stories. While finishing my undergraduate degree and beginning my Accelerated MBA at MSU as an international student-athlete from Brazil, I was searching for a Graduate Assistant (GA) position. I initially spoke with Dr. Shao, who recommended a few TA roles, but none of them felt like the right fit. [Read more…] about My Journey in China