Global Business Education
At the Gabelli School, global business is a two-way street:
We bring the world to you.
Every class taught in New York is global in nature. You’ll dive into case studies of multinational corporations, hear directly from international executives, and connect with industry leaders right here in the city.
We take you to the world.
Study abroad is accessible—and strongly encouraged. Spend a full semester overseas or join a 10-day global immersion with classmates and a professor. Either way, you’ll build valuable international experience.
Develop your international portfolio.
Here are some suggestions:
- Earn a secondary concentration in global business as a Rose Hill student
- Study at Fordham London
- Intern with multinational firms in New York City
- Enroll in a wide range of global business courses on campus
We are offering you a ticket to the world. Write it.
Get To Know Your Global Dean
Assistant Dean for Global Initiatives
Faculty: Strategy & Statistics; Communication & Media Management
Hanaa Fawzy brings expertise in global strategy, operations, and cross-cultural engagement, developed through more than two decades of work in higher education, international partnerships, business, and economic development. Fluent in English, German, and Arabic, she has built a career across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, giving her the cultural fluency and adaptability to operate effectively in diverse environments.
She holds a Ph.D. in Global Affairs with an International Business specialization from Rutgers University, where she worked under Professor John Cantwell, a distinguished scholar in international business theory and innovation. Her research focuses on international business strategies for governance in international branch campuses, with particular attention to ethics, diplomacy, and reputation management. Hanaa also earned an MBA in Marketing from Northern Kentucky University, an MA in German Literature & Language from Arizona State University, a BA from Cairo University, and a certificate in Advanced Management from Aarhus University in Denmark, reflecting her interdisciplinary academic approach.
Hanaa is recognized for developing innovative programs, growing enrollment, and executing strategic initiatives that strengthen global engagement. She has led flagship events that connect students with international executives and policy leaders, while fostering meaningful collaboration among academia, industry, and global partners. Her work emphasizes strategies that expand opportunity and prepare future leaders to succeed in a global economy.
Read the interview: Hanaa Fawzy is on a global mission
Our undergraduate International Business program is ranked #10 (tie) nationally by U.S. News & World Report in 2026, reflecting our ongoing commitment to excellence in global business education.