Master International BusinessMunich Business School (München)

The Master's program in International Business at Munich Business School (MBS) is designed to equip students for international careers. It combines management principles with practical application and a global perspective. Students can deepen their expertise by choosing specializations and refining their professional profiles. An integrated semester abroad prepares them for professional and leadership roles in the international business arena.

The program offers various concentrations, allowing students to choose two out of seven to sharpen their individual profiles. These concentrations include Sustainable Business, International Marketing, Corporate Finance, Luxury Management, Global Family Business, Innovation and Digital Business, and International Entrepreneurship. Each concentration involves interactive lectures, case studies, workshops, and guest lecturers from the industry.

A key component of the study is the Business Project, where students collaborate on real-world company projects, applying their acquired knowledge. The program also includes Core Modules that provide general business management knowledge, focusing on international management, business communication, responsible leadership, and international focus areas. Elective courses allow for personalization, with options like Management Consulting, Communication Management, and Independent Research Projects.

The study program structure includes program-specific modules, a Business Project, Core Modules, and Electives. The curriculum is divided into semesters, with specific modules for each. For instance, Semester 1 includes modules on International Business and Management, International Focus, and optional language courses. Semester 2 offers further concentration modules, a Business Project, electives, and an International Focus. Semester 3 is dedicated to a Semester Abroad (15 ECTS), an Internship (optional, 15 ECTS), or the Master Thesis (15 ECTS).

Key facts about the Master International Business program include:

• Program Start: February and September
• Language: 100% English
• Duration (Single Degree): 18 months
• Duration (Dual Degree): 24 months
• Format: Full-time
• Scholarships: Up to € 4,000 funding
• Final Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
• International Students: 53%
• International Partner Universities: 70+
• Semester Abroad: 1
• Business Projects: 1

The program emphasizes an international focus, with students choosing an international focus each semester to research different markets and economic areas. The international atmosphere is fostered by a diverse student body, with around half of the students coming from abroad. MBS maintains partnerships with over 70 universities worldwide, offering exchange programs and dual-degree agreements.

Admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS or more) and proof of English language proficiency through tests like TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or Pearson PTE Academic. Applicants without an economics degree can qualify through a Pre-Master Program. The tuition fees are structured per semester or monthly, with options for early bird discounts and scholarships. The application process involves a written application, an admission interview, and the signing of a study contract.