Welcome to the Academy of International Business & Design, where innovation, information, and inspiration come together to shape the creative leaders of tomorrow. With our motto of "Innovate.Inform.Inspire," we are dedicated to nurturing individuals who are driven to make a significant impact in the fields of business and design. Our academy promotes creativity, where students are encouraged to think outside the box and push boundaries. We offer an array of Programs of Study that cater to the diverse interests and passions of our students.
Graduates of PCHS IBAD are effective communicators to a global audience by applying principles of business and design through a variety of arts and media.
PCHS International Business and Design (IBAD) provides meaningful opportunities in a dynamic learning environment that emphasizes real-world career experiences to help prepare students for college and career planning.
The Pearl City High School Student Operated Credit Union (SOCU), sponsored by HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, provides students with hands-on experience in financial services. Managed by students from the Academy of International Business & Design (IBAD), SOCU is open during lunchtime, offering PCHS students and staff the opportunity to open new accounts. Guided by professionals like Mrs. Joanne Ching, Financial Wellness Partner at HawaiiUSA, IBAD students gain valuable financial literacy, leadership, and real-world banking skills—empowering them for future success.