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International Management Studies
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

If you decide to study international management, you can look forward to a varied and exciting time! A degree in international management enables you to work in a globalized environment. You will get to know different cultures and gain valuable insights into the work processes of different companies. An international management degree is the perfect foundation for a successful career in the international field. Through your studies you will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to work in a multinational company.

Good reasons to study international management

A degree in international management opens the door to an exciting and dynamic career in the globalized business world. Here are six good reasons why this field of study is worthwhile:

Intercultural competence

You will learn how to work with people from different cultures, which is essential in a globally networked working environment. This skill not only makes you valuable in your professional life, but also makes you more open-minded and adaptable as a person.

Languages and communication

Many programs rely on multilingualism – especially English is an integral part. Not only will you improve your language skills, but you will also develop a better understanding of international communication and negotiations.

Practical relevance and international experience

International degree programs often offer integrated semesters abroad, internships or project work with companies. These experiences make your résumé more attractive and give you valuable insights into the real business world.

Global career opportunities

Companies today operate worldwide – and they are looking for professionals who understand international contexts. With a degree in International Management, job opportunities are open to you all over the world, be it in multinational corporations, NGOs or international organizations.

Broad business knowledge with an international focus

You will acquire in-depth knowledge of business administration, management, marketing and finance – and learn how to apply it to international markets and cultures. This combination is particularly sought after in today's working world.

Excellent salary and career opportunities

Alumni of international management programs are in high demand on the job market. This is often reflected in an attractive starting salary and rapid career opportunities.

Why you should study International Management at MBS

Below you can find out what advantages Munich Business School offers you in your International Management studies.

Munich Business School

International Management Studies


Concentration(e) Integrated
Elective(e) Integrated
International Focus Integrated
Semester abroad Integrated
Internship Integrated
Master Top-up Program Possible
Mentoring Program Possible
Studying in English Integrated
Pre-Bachelor Possible
Scholarship Possible

8/10

Other German Universities

International Management Studies


Concentration(e) Possible
Elective(e) Possible
International Focus Not planned
Semester abroad Possible
Internship Possible
Master Top-up Program Possible
Mentoring Program Not planned
Studying in English Not planned
Pre-Bachelor Not planned
Scholarship Possible

3/10

Explanation of terms for comparison

The following is a brief explanation of the concepts mentioned in the study program.

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International Focus

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Semester abroad

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Internship

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Master Top-up Program

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Mentoring Program

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Study in English

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Pre-Bachelor

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Scholarship

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Accreditations of Munich Business School

A university's accreditations are one of the most important indicators of the quality and recognition of its study programs. Institutions such as the German Council of Science and Humanities, the Ministry of Education and FIBAA, as well as renowned international accreditation organizations such as AMBA and AACSB, assess the academic excellence, practical orientation and international standards of universities. Some universities, such as MBS, work tirelessly to ensure that further accreditations are added and existing ones are renewed. In the following, we will take a look at the most important accreditations for your Program at MBS.

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State Accreditation ✔️ ✔️
FIBAA ✔️
Accreditation by the German Council of Science and Humanities ✔️ ✔️
AACSB ✔️
AMBA
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International Management studies at a glance

Degree

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Start date

February & September

Semesters

6 Semesters + Bachelor's thesis

ECTS

210

Lecture Language

German/English

Type of study

Full-time Study

Internship

Integrated

Semester abroad

Built-in

Course of Studies for the Bachelor International Business at MBS

Interested in the details? Here you will find our detailed course of studies for the Bachelor International Business at Munich Business School, where you can choose the specialization “International Governance and Business Development” and thus shed light on an optimal entrepreneurship degree program.

Semester 1
6 ECTS International Business & Economics I +
  • International Business and Management I
  • Microeconomics
6 ECTS Accounting and Finance I +
  • Financial Accounting and Cost Accounting I
  • Business and Financial Mathematics
6 ECTS Business and Society I +
  • Business and Cultural History I
  • Current Topics in Business I
  • Business Law I
  • Social Service Project I
6 ECTS International Focus +

Pick 1 out of 6:

  • Chinese Culture and Society + Chinese
  • Arabian Culture and Society + Arabic
  • Russian Culture and Society + Russian
  • German Culture and Society + German
  • Spanish Culture and Society + Spanish
  • French Culture and Society + French
6 ECTS Soft Skills and Personal Development +
  • Introduction to Social Skills and MBS Values
  • Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy I
  • Presentation Skills and Communication Training I
  • Business Etiquette
  • Resilience Management I
  • Student Mentoring (optional)
Semester 2
6 ECTS International Business & Economics II +
  • International Business and Management II
  • Macroeconomics
  • Entrepreneurial and Creative Idea Generation Workshop
  • Company Excursion
6 ECTS Accounting and Finance II +
  • Financial and Cost Accounting II
  • Finance I
  • Digital Skills I: Using Spreadsheets
6 ECTS Business and Society II +
  • Business and Cultural History II
  • Current Topics in Business II
  • Business Law II
  • Social Service Project II
6 ECTS International Focus +

 Pick 1 out of 6:

  • Asian Culture and Society + Chinese
  • Middle Eastern Culture and Society + Arabic
  • Eastern European Culture and Society + Russian
  • Culture and Society in the European Union + German
  • Latin American Culture and Society + Spanish
  • French and Francophone Culture and Society + French
6 ECTS Soft Skills and Personal Development +
  • Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy II
  • Presentation Skills and Communication Training II
  • Resilience Management II
  • Conflict Management
  • Application Training
10 ECTS Internship +

Complete your first internship in the lecture-free period between the second and third semester

Semester 3
6 ECTS International Business III +
  • International Business and Management III
  • Fundamentals of Human Resources Management and Leadership
  • Fundamentals of International Marketing and Sales
  • Finance II
6 ECTS Digital Skills +
  • Digital Skills II: Statistics and Data Analysis
  • Digital Skills III: Managing Information and Big Data in the Digital Age
  • Digital Skills IV: Online Security and Digital Ethics
6 ECTS Business and Society III +
  • Business and Cultural History III (Incl. Excursion)
  • Business Law (Labor Law)
  • Civic Engagement
6 ECTS International Focus +

Pick 1 out of 6:

  • Business in Asia-Pacific + Chinese
  • Arabian and Middle Eastern Business + Arabic
  • Russian and Eastern European Business + Russian
  • Business in Germany and the European Union + German
  • Business in Spain and Latin America + Spanish
  • Business in France and Francophone Countries + French
5 ECTS Soft Skills and Personal Development +
  • Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy III (Seminar paper)
  • Intercultural Competences
  • Negotiation Skills
1 ECTS MBS Engagement +

Feel more connected to the MBS community by actively participating in a variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Semester 4
20 ECTS Study Abroad +

20 ECTS  from the field of international business studies at the partner university

10 ECTS Internship Abroad +

Duration: 10 Weeks

Semester 5
3 ECTS International Innovation Management I +

In the International Innovation Management concentration, you will learn to manage innovation processes from the idea to marketing. You focus on customer needs, use market research and current methods such as design thinking. You will research technology trends and implement your own innovation projects in groups.

3 ECTS International Marketing & Sales I +

In this concentration, students learn the basics of market-oriented business management. The focus is on marketing & sales in the digital age. The course covers strategies such as market analysis, brand management and the optimal marketing mix, including market research and sales management. The goal is to secure long-term success on a national and international level.

3 ECTS International Finance I +

In the International Finance concentration, students acquire in-depth knowledge in controlling, corporate finance and asset management for the global context. The focus is on modern methods and tools, including investment calculations, financing decisions, foreign trade financing and risk assessment on an international level.

3 ECTS International Procurement, Production and Logistics I +

In the International Procurement, Production and Logistics concentration, students learn to efficiently manage global supply chains. The focus is on optimizing the flow of goods and services in times of globalization and digitalization. The aim is to supply end customers on time, cost-effectively and in high quality.

3 ECTS International Human Resources Management and Leadership I +

In the International Human Resources Management and Leadership concentration, students acquire in-depth knowledge of strategic human resources management at an international level. The focus is on the role of employees as critical success factors, as well as on topics of leadership and development of employees.

3 ECTS International Accounting +

Deepen your accounting knowledge from the first part of the MBS program and learn, for example, about the structure, concept and elements of accounting according to IFRS.

6 ECTS International Business Development +
  • International Corporate Governance
  • Corporate Taxation
  • Digital Competencies V: Business Intelligence
5 ECTS Entrepreneurial Project I (Start-up project) +
  • Idea Development & Start-ups I
  • Project Management & Agile Methods
1 ECTS MBS Engagement +

Feel more connected to the MBS community by actively participating in a variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Foreign Languages (optional) +

Select from the following languages: Arabic, Russian, French, Chinese, Spanish, German

Semester 6
6 ECTS Concentrations 1 +

Pick 1 out of 3

  • Innovation Management II (Product Lifecycle Management II)
  • Marketing & Sales II (Customer Relationship Mananagement II)
  • Procurement, Production, Logistics II (Supply Chain Management II)
6 ECTS Concentrations 2 +

Pick 1 out of 3

  • International HR Management and Leadership II
  • International Finance II
  • International Governance and Business Development
3 ECTS Seminar on Concentrations +

Choose a seminar that matches your concentration and prepare yourself optimally for your bachelor thesis.

  • Seminar Innovation Management (PLM)
  • Seminar Marketing & Sales (CRM)
  • Seminar Procurement, Production, Logistics (SCM)
  • Seminar International HR Management and Leadership
  • Seminar International Finance
  • Seminar International Governance and Business Development
9 ECTS Electives +

Further individualize your studies and deepen the areas you are particularly interested in, such as:

  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Globalization and International Trade
  • Family Business
  • Sport and Event Management
  • Ecological Sustainability
  • Business Consulting
  • Real Estate Industry & Construction  
  • International Financial and Sustainability Risk Management
  • Social and Organisational-Psychology  
  • Social Media
  • Agile & New Work
  • Luxury and Brand Management 
3 ECTS Business Ethics and Substainable Business +

At the end of your studies, you will understand the importance of ethical decisions in the business world, which has been addressed in different courses in all semesters. Regardless of the level – company, leader or individual - ethical behavior in the sense of our MBS value act responsible is crucial!

3 ECTS Entrepreneurial Project II (Start-up project) +
  • Idea Development & Start-ups II
  • MBS Explorer Days: Creativity & Expression
Foreign languages (optional) +

Choose from the following languages: Arabic, Russian, French, Chinese, Spanish, German

Semester 7
10 ECTS Internship +

Duration: 10 Weeks

10 ECTS Bachelor's Thesis +

Last but not least: Writing your Bachelor Thesis.

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"Studying BBA International Business at Munich Business School has been transformative. The curriculum provides the ideal combination of theory and practical application, preparing students to thrive within the global business environment. [...] The curriculum is solid and well-designed, addressing important aspects of international business such as marketing, finance, and cross-cultural management. The thing that impressed me most was the focus on gaining practical experience through internships, projects, and study abroad opportunities, which really equip students to face the rigors of a globalized marketplace."
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Contents of the International Management degree program

A degree program in International Management provides you with a broad range of business know-how with an international focus. You will not only learn the classic Business Studies basics, but also how companies think, act and grow globally. Here is an overview of the typical contents that you can expect during your studies:

Core Subjects in Business Studies

These form the basis of your studies:

  • General Business Studies
  • Accounting & Controlling
  • Financial Management
  • Marketing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Business Law
  • Corporate Management & Strategy

Soft skills & personal development

  • Negotiation techniques in an international context
  • Presentation & communication training
  • Leadership & teamwork in international teams
  • Project management

International Specializations

This is where the focus of your studies lies:

  • International Management & Globalization
  • Intercultural Communication and Leadership
  • International Business & Foreign Trade
  • International market entry strategies
  • Management of multinational companies
  • Comparative economic systems

Practical relevance & application

  • Case studies with international companies
  • Practical projects & business simulations
  • (Compulsory) internships in Germany or abroad
  • Guest lectures by executives & experts

Languages & international experience

  • Intensive business English
  • Further foreign languages (e.g. Spanish, French, Chinese)
  • Semester abroad or international summer schools
  • Intercultural training

Specializations / Electives (depending on the university)

  • International Marketing
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Sustainable Business
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • International Finance
  • Digital Business & Transformation

Career opportunities after studying international management

A degree in international management qualifies you for a variety of exciting professions in a globalized world of work. Here are six possible career paths that are open to you after graduation:

Supply Chain Manager / Logistics Manager

Coordinating global supply chains is a complex task. With your knowledge of international markets, customs regulations and cultural differences, you can play a key role here.

Business Development Manager (international)

In this role, you will identify new markets, build international partnerships and develop growth strategies. You will often work at the interface between sales, marketing and management.

Finance / Controlling in an international context

You analyze international financial markets, plan budgets for multinational companies or work in international controlling. Your business knowledge is combined with global thinking here.

Business Consultant (with an international focus)

You advise companies on expanding into new countries, optimizing international processes, and dealing with intercultural challenges. The work is often project-based and very varied.

Human Resources Manager (international)

In international HR departments, you deal with topics such as global recruiting, employee development in different cultures, and international labor law.

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International Marketing Manager

You develop global marketing strategies, adapt campaigns to different target markets and work closely with international teams. This role calls for creativity, cultural sensitivity and strategic thinking.

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After completing an MBS bachelor's or master's degree, you can easily pursue any of these careers abroad.

Salary after international management studies

This is a brief overview of the potential earnings after completing an international management degree.

Prerequisites Salary
Entry-level positions €45,000–€55,000 per year
Mid-career level €60,000–€80,000
Executive level €90,000–€130,000+
Industry Industry-dependent – e.g. higher in finance and banking
Location Higher in metropolitan areas like Munich
Experience In most cases, the more experience, the higher the salary
Qualifications In most cases, the more qualifications, such as a master's degree, the higher the salary
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