At the Forefront of a New Global Mindset
The Ahlers Center, a center of excellence at the Knauss School of Business, is dedicated to elevating the global competitiveness of our region by connecting students, faculty, and community partners with international opportunities.
Semester Exchange for Graduate Students
Go abroad to experience the sights, sounds and culture of a new country all while earning credits toward your MBA degree. As an MBA student at the Knauss School, you can swap a full semester of your program at USD for a semester overseas at one of our partner universities around the world. Alternatively, MBA students from our partner universities can spend a semester studying here at USD.
Global Faculty Engagement
The Ahlers Center is dedicated to advancing the frontiers of global business knowledge by cultivating a vibrant ecosystem of international scholarship, bridging the Knauss School of Business with leading minds from around the world.
Global Research Collaboration
By hosting distinguished international voices and fostering deep academic partnerships, we enrich our campus community, spark transformative scholarly dialogue and drive impactful research.
International Business Awards and Grants
The Ahlers Center at the Knauss School of Business supports impactful international business research and recognizes excellence in international business pedagogy by honoring faculty who demonstrate innovation and leadership in the classroom.
Level Up Your Global Business Skills
The Ahlers Center for International Business offers short-term non-credit global immersion programs with a focus on global business for universities, companies and institutions from around the world.
The Edge
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
Be part of an exclusive community! Stay up-to-date with the latest news and events from the Ahlers Center for International Business.