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Sustainable Business
M.A. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
  • Start: February & September
  • Concentration: Master’s International Business
  • Duration: 3-4 semesters
  • English
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Master’s Course in Sustainable Business

How can companies do business sustainably? What methods are available to implement value-based management? And how can businesses promote the circular economy and drive forward sustainable design? Companies around the world face the immense challenge of shifting their supply chains and production operations towards sustainable processes. On our International Business master’s program with the Sustainable Business concentration, you will acquire specialist expertise and leadership skills in the fields of economic sustainability, digitalization and social responsibility. Equipped with these skills, you will be ideally positioned to reorganize existing corporate structures as part of an innovative, sustainable transformation.

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:

  • Four relevant Focuses: The Master International Business starts in spring with concentrations in Corporate Finance, International Marketing, Sustainable Business, and Innovation & Digital Business.
  • Varied course of study: experience a unique schedule in our Spring Intake: 1st semester at MBS, followed by the exciting 2nd semester abroad, and finally the 3rd semester back at MBS. Module overview in the spring semester.
  • Accelerated preparation for the semester abroad: Your preparation time for the semester abroad is focused on the essentials. Find out about our diverse partner universities in time and secure your place!
  • Scholarship Highlights: Our scholarships are valid for the 1st and 3rd semesters, giving you financial support during the crucial stages of your master's studies.
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Your Master’s Course In Sustainable Business

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  • Course content
  • Admission and application procedures
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THREE KEY BENEFITS OF CHOOSING TO STUDY AT MUNICH BUSINESS SCHOOL

A FUTURE-FOCUSED TOPIC

No company will be able to avoid the topic of sustainability in future. The skills and expertise you will gain at the interface of research and practice will help you to become a sought-after professional.

CHOOSE YOUR CONCENTRATION

You will choose a second concentration in addition to Sustainable Business. This gives you the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests and obtain a master’s degree in International Business with two specializations. 

INTEGRATED SEMESTER ABROAD

During your semester abroad at one of 60 partner universities around the world, you will gain international experience and new specialist knowledge. You will meet new people and broaden your horizons.




What does the Sustainable Business course cover?
  • Fundamentals of sustainable business and sustainable management
  • Sustainable business models
  • Sustainable business transformation
  • Circular economy
  • Biomimicry
  • Sustainable design
  • Ethics and appreciation of values

Other possible concentrations for your master’s studies
  • Luxury Management
  • Corporate Finance
  • Global Family Business and Wealth Management
  • Innovation & Digital Business
  • International Entrepreneurship

Admission Requirements

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:

  • TOEFL iBT & Home Edition: min. 85 (min. of 22 in writing band, min. of 20 in all other bands; MBS TOEFL Institution Code: 5772)
  • IELTS & IELTS Online: min. level of 6.5– Academic Module
  • ELS English for Academic Purposes: Advanced Level 112
  • Duolingo English Test: Overall Score 115 or higher
  • Pearson PTE Academic: Overall Score 56 or higher
  • Cambridge: B2 First (formerly known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) or higher

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:

  • Applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e., High School Diploma, IB)
  • Applicants having completed their first academic degree in English

IN BRIEF: STUDYING AT MBS

Degree

Master of Arts, 90 ECTS

Duration of studies

The program takes three semesters of full-time study. 

Place of study

Munich

Fees

8,300 EUR per semester (Spring 2025)
8,580 EUR per semester (Fall 2025)

Recognition

The master’s program is state-recognized and certified.

Application

You can apply at any time!

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THE Sustainable Business
CONCENTRATION IN FIGURES

15-20
students per group

60
international partner universities

1:4
teacher-student ratio

21-32
age range

57 %
international students

JOBS IN SUSTAINABILITY: EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH A REAL FUTURE

Organizations and companies need managers and professionals with extensive knowledge of current sustainability-related issues along with well-developed management skills. Completing this Sustainable Business course will open up an array of stimulating career opportunities with a good prospects of progression:

Sustainability manager

In this leadership role, you will take responsibility for sustainability management, including implementing sustainability measures in your company. You will document, monitor and supervise business transformation processes with the aim of successfully implementing your own sustainability strategies. You will be instrumental in your company’s internal change processes and work with management and the wider workforce to make your envisaged sustainable transformation a reality. 

Interested? Submit a non-binding application today!



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Studienberater MBS: Uttamdeep Kaur, B.A.
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