Localization Management
Students in this unique specialization take core courses in the Fisher International MBA program and also take the technical localization courses such as Computer-Assisted Translation, Terminology Management, and Software Localization that are offered as part of the MA in Translation & Localization Management.
Localization Management Careers
Large and medium-sized businesses hire translation/localization managers whose job it is to manage valuable linguistic assets such as translation memories; select, guide, and evaluate external translation service providers, and educate internal stakeholders about the various factors that help streamline the translation/localization process.
- Community Translation Manager in a social media firm
- International Product Manager in an international manufacturing firm
- Localization Program Manager in a global software firm
- Key Account Manager in a large translation agency
Specialization Requirements
The Localization Management specialization contains a rigorous analytical MBA core course program (28 units), additional courses in a business functional sequence (6 credits), a solid foundation of required courses in localization management (18 units) and 12 units of language courses. If the student meets the language requirements, 12 units of elective courses will take their place.
Required Localization Courses (2 Credits Each)
- Intro to Computer Assisted Translation
- Intro to Localization Project Management
- Advanced Computer Assisted Translation
- Terminology Management
- Software Localization
- Localization as a Profession
- Website Localization
- Localization Project Portfolio
- Translation Management Systems
