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M.A. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
- Start: February & September
- Concentration: M.A. International Business
- Duration: 3-4 semesters
- English
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Discover the special dynamics of our Masters International Business in the spring semester! Here's an overview of the key differences that set our spring start apart from our established fall semester:
Over three semesters, the International Business master’s program at Munich Business School with a concentration in International Finance will prepare you for a leadership position in the world of finance. If you have the time, you could even study for a further semester to earn a dual degree. This is a second master’s degree, awarded by one of our international partner universities. You can combine Corporate Finance with a second concentration, such as Corporate Strategy and Innovation. The first two semesters of your studies will be spent at our campus in Munich, as you acquire comprehensive knowledge of finance and accounting. At Munich Business School, we offer interactive lectures squarely focused on practical application. In a series of projects, you will collaborate closely with your classmates and learn to help each member of your team make the most of their individual strengths.
You will then spend your third semester studying abroad at one of our many partner universities. Our colleagues in the International Office would be happy to advise you on which university would be most suitable for your career plans. With more than 60 partner universities across four continents, you are sure to find the right one for you! After your semester abroad, you will write your master’s thesis. The course is taught in English.
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Our experts lecturers, who all have extensive practical experience, will share their knowledge and expertise from the fields of corporate finance, controlling and asset management.
By choosing the Corporate Finance concentration for your master’s program, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to gain a solid foothold in the world of work, including as a financial analyst, business consultant, financial advisor or investment consultant.
During your semester abroad in the USA, Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia or Australia, you will make international contacts, refine your intercultural skills and further expand your expertise.
Corporate Finance is an exciting and varied specialization that provides unique insights into the world of financial markets! You will have the opportunity to engage in theoretical and practical terms with global markets, thereby expanding your professional profile. Furthermore, you will gain vital insights into the fields of business and politics, which will help you on your search for a stimulating position in Corporate Finance.
This concentration is ideal for people with an interest in figures and excellent analytical skills. However, this course is anything but dull and dry: in addition to traditional accounting methods, you will also tackle a wide range of legislation and become familiar with the characteristics of international financial markets.
You should be interested in:
Your strengths are:
Academic requirements
You must hold a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS or over) to enroll on the master’s program in International Business. Applicants with a degree in a business-related subject can start the course directly; applicants without a business degree can qualify for the program by first completing a Pre-Master’s course. We would be happy to review your documents before you apply. Please contact the MBS student advisors for support.
Linguistic requirements
English Proficiency
Applicants must proof their English language skills by passing one of the following language tests:
Note: If the test is also used to apply for a visa, please check the requirements of the respective embassy in advance.
Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years. If you are unable to obtain your test results before handing in your MBS application, please inform us about your planned test date.
The English proficiency test can be waived by the following candidates:
Master of Arts, 90 ECTS
The program takes three semesters of full-time study.
Munich
8,580 EUR per semester
The master’s program is state-recognized and certified.
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Corporate Finance Concentration in Figures
The concentration modules allow students to dive deep into specific fields of international business. In the first semester, students enroll in 2 out of 5 additional courses.
International Entrepreneurship: Identifying and Generating a Business Idea
Innovation and Digital Business
International Family Firms: Understanding and Managing Family Businesses
Foundations of Sustainable Business
Sub-Modules:
International Strategic Management
Organizational Behavior
Conscious Business
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Choose 1 out of 3
Gain insights into business practices and current business topics in the chosen region based on an understanding of the social background as well as the economic and political system in the respective region.
Choose 1 out of 3:
Depending on the level, learn the appropriate grammar and vocabulary skills to advance to the next level of language proficiency.
Sub-Modules:
Business Communication
Business Ethics
Negotiation Skills
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Feel a stronger sense of belonging to the MBS community by actively engaging in a variety of extracurricular offerings.
The concentrations allow students to dive deep into specific areas of international business. In the second semester, students choose 2 out of 7 courses:
Corporate Finance: Corporate Finance and Portfolio Management
International Marketing: Integrated Corporate Communication and Relationship Marketing
International Entrepreneurship: Establishing a Startup and Testing the Business Idea
Innovation and Digital Business
International Family Firms: Building, Protecting and Investing Family Wealth
Foundations of Sustainable Business
Choose 2 out of 8:
Choose 1 out of 5:
Use case studies, business simulations, in-depth reports as well as expert knowledge to understand the complexities of the business environment in the chosen region from a cultural, economic, social, political, and legal perspective.
Choose 1 out of 3:
Depending on the level, learn the appropriate grammar and vocabulary skills to advance to the next level of language proficiency.
Sub-Modules:
Responsible Leadership
Business & Society
Master Thesis Preparation
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Feel a stronger sense of belonging to the MBS community by actively engaging in a variety of extracurricular offerings.
Students in the Master International Business gain comprehensive international experience by studying one semester at one of the numerous international partner universities of MBS. Alternatively, students can spend two semesters at selected universities and complete their studies with a dual degree.
Last but not least: writing you Master Thesis
After completing your studies, you will be ready to work in a range of financial positions, including as a financial analyst, auditor or investment consultant. The international perspective you will gain during your studies will help you to set the direction of your career.
As a financial analyst, you will work closely with company management and serve as a sparring partner on all commercial and financial issues. You will produce monthly reports on KPI achievement and take responsibility for financial calculations for various departments and divisions.
As a Controller, you are responsible for the planning, management, and control of the company's finances. You analyze business metrics and prepare regular reports on the company's financial status. Additionally, you develop budget plans, monitor their adherence, and support management in strategic decision-making through well-founded financial analyzes..
As an investment consultant, you will advise your clients in relation to financial investments and insurance cover. You will develop needs-based financial solutions and help your clients to achieve their financial objectives.