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Marketing studies
Content and prospects

In a constantly changing professional field, it is important to choose the right course of study. A course of study in marketing promises not only a lot of fun and interesting content, but also good job prospects. A degree in marketing also provides the perfect foundation for a successful career in sales and marketing. Here you can find out everything about studying marketing.

6 good reasons to study marketing

Marketing is a dynamic, creative and strategic profession that is in demand in almost every industry. If you are interested in economics, psychology and communication, studying marketing offers you an exciting combination of these disciplines. Here are six compelling reasons why studying marketing is worthwhile:

A Wide Range of Career Opportunities

Whether in corporate communications, digital marketing, market research or product management – a degree in marketing opens up numerous career prospects in a range of industries. Every company needs a good marketing strategy to be successful, which is why our graduates are in high demand.

International Opportunities

Marketing is global. Whether in international companies, at agencies or as freelancers, marketing specialists have the opportunity to work worldwide. Due to the increasing importance of online marketing, there are also many jobs that can be done from any location.

Good Salary and Career Prospects

With a marketing degree, the earning potential is attractive, especially in specialized areas such as performance marketing or brand strategy. There are also many career opportunities, for example to become a marketing manager or chief marketing officer (CMO).

Digital Transformation and Innovation

Digitalization has revolutionized marketing. Social media, influencer marketing, artificial intelligence and data-driven advertising offer exciting opportunities to build brands and address target groups in a targeted manner. A marketing study program prepares you for the digital future and teaches you about the latest trends and technologies.

Creativity meets Strategy

Marketing combines creative thinking with analytical strategy. On the one hand, it is about developing appealing campaigns and innovative advertising measures, while on the other hand, market data is analyzed to make informed decisions. If you want to work both creatively and strategically, this is the right place for you.

Understanding Consumer Behavior

Why do people buy certain products? What factors influence their decisions? In your studies of marketing, you will learn how consumers think and act. This knowledge is not only relevant for advertising and sales strategies, but also for brand management and product development.

Why you should study marketing at Munich Business School

Below you can read about the advantages that MBS offers you in your marketing studies.

Munich Business School

Marketing Studies


Concentration(e) Integrated
Elective(e) Integrated
International Focus Integriert
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

Marketing 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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Elective

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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.

  Munich Business School Public German Universities
State Accreditation ✔️ ✔️
FIBAA ✔️
Accreditation by the German Council of Science and Humanities ✔️ ✔️
AACSB ✔️
AMBA
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Marketing 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 IB at Munich Business School

Are you interested in all the details of the MBS Bachelor's Program? Here you will find our detailed course of studies for the Bachelor International Business, where you can take the “International Marketing and Sales (Customer Relationship Management)” specialization and thus shed light on an optimal marketing degree.

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 marketing studies

A marketing degree covers a wide range of topics, from classic marketing principles to modern digital strategies. Here are some of the central topics that are typically covered in marketing studies:

Market Structures and Market Research

To develop successful marketing strategies, a basic understanding of market structures is essential. Students learn:

  • How markets are composed (e.g. monopoly, oligopoly, polypoly)
  • How supply and demand work
  • Which competitive strategies companies use
  • Methods of market research for analyzing trends, target groups and consumer behavior

Marketing Strategies and Brand Management

A central component of the course is the development and implementation of marketing strategies. This includes:

  • Positioning of brands and products
  • Differentiation from competitors
  • Pricing and distribution policy
  • Integrated marketing communication (online & offline)

Content Marketing and Storytelling

Modern marketing strategies increasingly rely on high-quality, targeted content. Students learn

  • How to create content that offers added value
  • Storytelling techniques for strong brand loyalty
  • Use of blogs, videos, podcasts and infographics
  • Content strategies for different platforms

Consumer Behavior and Psychology

Why do people buy certain products? What influences their purchasing decisions? In marketing studies, consumer behavior is examined, including these topics:

  • Purchase motives and decision-making processes
  • Emotional and rational buying decisions
  • Influence of advertising, trends and social media on consumers
  • Customer journey and customer experience

Social Marketing & Social Media Management

Social media is an essential part of modern marketing strategies. During their studies, students learn about the following aspects, among others:

  • Strategies for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & TikTok
  • Community management and customer interaction
  • Creating and planning social media campaigns
  • Influencer marketing and viral content

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Search Engine Advertising (SEA)

Search engine optimization (SEO) and paid advertising on search engines (SEA) are crucial to being visible online. Students learn about:

  • On-page and off-page SEO (e.g. keyword research, backlinks, technical SEO)
  • Google Ads and pay-per-click advertising (PPC)
  • Campaign analysis and optimization
  • The importance of artificial intelligence and automation in search engine marketing

Email Marketing & CRM (Customer Relationship Management)

Email marketing is one of the best-known methods of customer retention. The studies cover:

  • Creating and optimizing email campaigns
  • Personalization and automation
  • Measuring success (opening rates, click rates, conversion)
  • data protection and legal framework (e.g. DSGVO)

Career opportunities after studying management

Studying marketing offers a wide range of career prospects, as every company needs a strong market presence and effective communication strategies. Graduates can work in various industries and positions, whether in companies, agencies or as self-employed professionals. Here are six exciting career opportunities:

Zwei Frauen beim Online-Meeting mit Laptop – modernes Arbeiten im Homeoffice, typisch für BWL Berufe wie Marketing Manager.
Marketing Manager

As a marketing manager, you are responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies. This includes brand positioning, campaign planning and analyzing market trends. This role requires strategic thinking, creativity and a good sense of target audiences.

Social Media Manager

In this position, you will manage a company's social media channels, create content, develop campaigns and analyze their success. The job is particularly exciting for creative minds who want to recognize trends and interact with communities.

Junge Frau mit Tablet im Büro – steht sinnbildlich für BWL Berufe wie den Brand Manager im Bereich Markenführung.
Brand Manager

As a brand manager, you are responsible for building and maintaining a brand. You ensure that the brand message is communicated consistently, develop advertising campaigns and analyze how the brand performs in the market.

SEO/SEA Specialist

Search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine advertising (SEA) are essential components of digital marketing. SEO specialists optimize websites for better visibility in search engines, while SEA experts manage paid ads (e.g. Google Ads). These professions are data-driven and in high demand.

E-Commerce Manager

Online retail is booming, and companies need experts to optimize online shops and digital sales strategies. E-commerce managers take care of product placements, conversion optimization and digital marketing for web shops.

Content Marketing Manager

Content marketing is one of the most important disciplines in modern marketing. In this position, you plan and create content such as blog articles, videos or podcasts that offer added value for the target group and contribute to brand loyalty.

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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 Marketing studies

This is a brief overview of the potential earnings after completing a marketing degree.

Prerequisites Salary
Entry-level positions about €35.000 – 50.000 per year
Mid-career level about €50.000 – 80.000
Executive level about €80.000 – 150.000 +
Industry Industry-dependent – e.g. higher in E-Commerce, Pharma & Consulting
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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