Master International Business Munich Business School Information about the study program MASTER International Business The MASTER International Business program at Munich Business School offers the perfect continuation for your undergaduate degree in economic sciences. Its broad range of in-depth study courses, its international orientation and practice-oriented content guarantee the best possible preparation for you to launch a successful professional career. Our MASTER in International Business is a business study program that can be put together according to indiviual strengths and interests. Our students choose from and combine two of altogether six business concentrations with an international focus connected to a foreign language. The study program is taught in German and English (German Track) or exclusively in English (English Track). As an integral part of the international study program, our students spend one or two semesters abroad at one of our renowned partner universities and optionally do internships in Germany and abroad. In this context, we offer a choice between the Single Degree and Dual Degree study option. We place highest priority on the advancement of our students personality and leadership skills. Upon successful graduation, our students are awarded the officially recognized degree 'Master of Arts'. 4 Reasons for the MASTER International Business 1. INTERNATIONALITY Lectures in German and English, international lecturers and students, integrated study abroad or Dual Degree options 2. PRACTICAL RELEVANCE Lecturers from professional practice, business projects, case studies, internships, Career Center, guest lecturers, events 3. SOFT SKILLS AND PERSONAL ENVIRONMENT Work in small study groups, courses on leadership skills and intercultural communication, business etiquette 4. CUSTOMIZED STRUCTURE Study structure according to individual strengths and interests with various options: language of instruction, business concentrations, international focus, foreign languages, partner university, Single or Dual Degree MBS offers an ideal combination of theory and practice on an international level. I chose the Dual Degree program and now I have two Masterʻs Degrees. Such an opportunity is absolutely unique. DANIEL KEHRLE, ALUMNUS MASTER INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Munich Business School Program Structure And Study Contents The MASTER International Business at Munich Business School is a postgraduate study program in economics addressed to qualified and motivated Bachelor graduates from Germany and abroad. In addition to offering content on complex global developments and imparting profound business know-how, the advancement of personality and leadership skills form a key focus of the course. The program is a full-time study program with a standard study time of approximately 18 months (Dual Degrees approx. 24 months). The first two semesters will be spent at MBS. You will delve into selected specializations in business and economics, and select an international focus and, optionally, another foreign language. The third semester will take place abroad at one of our partner universities. There s also the opportunity to do an internship before spending the semester abroad. The program ends with a Master-Thesis, often written in cooperation with a company. Upon completion of all program parts, the Master s Degree is awarded. You can acquire another specialized Master s Degree at one of our partner universities as part of the Dual Degree program. To obtain this degree, you will spend two semesters abroad. Over 20 programs at the following universities are available: National Taiwan Normal University (TW), Florida International University (US), Boston University (US), Bond University (AU), SKEMA Business School (FR), Regent s University London (GB). Semester 1 Sep-Dec Semester 2 Jan-May Semester 3 + Master-Thesis EXPERT KNOWLEDGE BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT International Business and Management International Business Electives Master- Thesis PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE & SPECIALIZATION Service Marketing Financial Management Concentration Elective 1+2 Business Project Business Concentration 1 Business Concentration 2 Internship optional Internship in connection with the MA-Thesis INTERNATIONALITY International Focus Foreign Language, optional International Focus Foreign Language, optional Study Abroad PERSONALITY & EXECUTIVE SKILLS Communication in International Business MBS Community Service Responsible Leadership in a Global Context Our lecturers and professors teach state-of-the-art knowledge in their respective fields in a clear and practice-relevant manner. Teaching is not only done in classical style, but the studentsʻ questions and feedback also influence content, form, and methodology. PROF. DR. CHRISTIAN SCHMIDKONZ, PROGRAM DIRECTOR MASTER IB
MASTER International Business Semester 1 (Sep - Dec) Module // Course ECTS Language EXPERT KNOWLEDGE BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT International Business and Management* 6 English International Management* Strategic Management* International Human Resources Management* PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE & SPECIALIZATION Business Project I* 3 English BUSINESS CONCENTRATIONS (4 OUT OF 6)* 12 English International Finance (3) English International Financial Management* International Marketing (3) English International Service Marketing* International Entrepreneurship (3) English Identifying and Generating a Business Idea Corporate Strategy & Innovation (3) English Corporate Strategy, Innovation and Change International Family Firms (3) English Understanding Family Firms Luxury Management (3) English Luxury Markets and Strategies INTERNATIONALITY International Focus (1 out of 3)* 3 English Business in Germany (3) English Business in Latin America (3) English Business in China (3) English Foreign Languages (optional, 3 ECTS) German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese PERSONALITY & EXECUTIVE SKILLS Communication in International Business* 6 English Intercultural Communication I* Academic Writing* Business and Society* Management Communication & Negotiation Skills* MBS Community Service* / German / English
Munich Business School Semester 2 (Jan - May) Module // Course ECTS Language EXPERT KNOWLEDGE BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT International Business Electives (2 out of 9)* 6 English Digital Business Success factor Happiness International Business Law Management Consulting Process and Logistics Management Independent Research Project International Economic Relations Consolidated Financial Statements Communication Management PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE & SPECIALIZATION Business Project II* 3 English BUSINESS CONCENTRATIONS (2 OUT OF 6)* 12 English International Finance (6) English Corporate Finance and Portfolio Management International Marketing (6) English Integrated Corporate Communication and Relationship Management International Entrepreneurship (6) English Establishing a Start-Up and Testing a Business Idea Corporate Strategy & Innovation (6) English Corporate Entrepreneurship, Global Alliances and Investment in Growth International Family Firms (6) English Pan-generational Strategy, Succession and Entrepreneurial Growth for Family Firms Luxury Management (6) English Luxury Marketing and Luxury Brand Management INTERNATIONALITY International Focus (1 out of 5)* 3 English Business in Europe (3) English Business in Latin America (3) English Business in China (3) English Business in Emerging Economies (3) English Business in USA & Canada (3) English Foreign Languages (optional, 3 ECTS) German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese PERSONALITY & EXECUTIVE SKILLS Responsible Leadership in a Global Context* 5 English International Leadership* Intercultural Etiquette* Business Ethics* Intercultural Communication II* MBS Community Service* 1 German / English * Compulsory module or course
MASTER International Business Comprehensive And Versatile The MASTER International Business offers a mix of indepth business know-how and individual, subject specific and international concentrations. Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Family Firms, Corporate Strategy and Innovation or Luxury Management each concentration provides thorough insights into the challenges of the specific careers and industries and offers excellent preparation for the executive tasks and leadership duties of the international economy. The International Focus will additionally familiarize you with the developments and the perspectives of the relevant economic region. An International Highlight The Semester Abroad A central element of the MASTER International Business program is the semester abroad at one of our over 50 partner universities worlwide. Whether in the U.S., China, Australia or Mexico for our students, such a stay always remains unforgettable. To all committed Master students, we offer a special option: Our Dual Degree programs! You will have the opportunity to acquire two full Master s Degrees in only one additional semester. The International Center at MBS will support you in choosing the right university and assist you in compiling your documents for the study abroad program. Practice-Oriented And Customized The MBS lecturers and professors not only know the business world from books on the contrary: It is a part of our teaching philosophy that only experts experienced in everyday business life teach current and practiceoriented content and methods. The Business Project is one example for the practical relevance of the study program. It grants our students the opportunity to implement a specific economic project in cooperation with a company. Thus, the acquired knowledge is applied and expanded to a specific case, however within a small group. All groups receive coaching from an MBS professor throughout the entire duration of the 8-month project period. The Career Center at MBS advises and actively supports our students in all questions regarding internship placement, application matters and starting a job. How To Apply REQUIREMENTS First requirement for admission to the Master study program is an above-average degree in business (NC 2.5, IB share min. 50%) from an accredited university in Germany or abroad. Upon request, we will gladly verify your documents in advance. Applicants who do not meet these criteria may previously apply to the PRE-MASTER International Business program offered from June to August. After successfully completing the PRE-MASTER at MBS, students can gain direct access into the MASTER program in September. WRITTEN APPLICATION Requirements for written applications: Complete application form (online or paper) Letter of motivation (1 to 2 pages) CV/Résumé and references Recent photo Copy of school leaving certificate Copy of the first degree certificate (including overview of grades/transcripts) Proof of English language skills (TOEFL 90, IELTS 6.5 or ELS Level 112) INTERVIEW Accepted applicants will be invited for an interview with the program director at MBS. The interview is designed as a group interview with a short case study. For applicants from abroad, it is also possible to schedule a personal interview via Skype. If we invite you for the interview, we will charge you an admission fee of 45.
Master International Business Munich Business School Key Facts STUDY OPTIONS Single Degree: ca. 18 months, 3 semesters + Master- Thesis, incl. one semester abroad and (optional) internship, 90-120 ECTS Degree: Master of Arts Dual Degree: ca. 24 months, 4 semesters + Master- Thesis, incl. two semesters abroad and (optional) internship, 105-120 ECTS Degree: Master of Arts + Master of Science or MBA LANGUAGES OF INSTRUCTION German Track: 70% German, 30% English English Track: 100% English INTERNATIONAL CONCENTRATIONS Marketing, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Family Firms, Corporate Strategy and Innovation, Luxury Management INTERNATIONAL FOCUS Focus: China, Latin America, Germany, Europe, USA and Canada, Emerging Economies Languages (optional): German, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese STUDY FEES 22,620, payable in 3 equal installments + Enrollment Fee 380 Dual Degree program fees upon request Dates & Deadlines APPLICATION ROUNDS FOR PROGRAM START SEPTEMBER 2016 Round 1: Application deadline March 18 Interviews in March / April Round 2: Application deadline May 13 Interviews in May / June Round 3: Application deadline June 10 Interviews in June Round 3: Application deadline July 8 Interviews in July MASTER INFO DAY (on Saturday, 10am 1:30pm) June 4 MASTER INFO SESSIONS (on Friday, 4 5pm) March 4, April 29, July 1 MASTER WEBINARS (on Wednesday, 5 5:30pm) March 16, April 20, May 11, June 8 MBS OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 9 (10am-2:30pm) UNIVERSITY FAIRS March 6: Expat in the City, Munich March 12: Master Day Business & Economics, Stuttgart March 19: Master Day Business & Economics, Munich STATE RECOGNITION AND ACCREDITATION State-accredited by the Bavarian State Ministry for Education and Culture, Science and the Arts; FIBAA Accreditation (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation); Institutional Accreditation by the German Wissenschaftsrat (German Council of Science and Humanities) For further information on the MASTER International Business study program, please visit master.munich-business-school.de Your Contact Michaela Krieger, M.A. Student Advisor Master International Business +49 (0)89 547678-227 michaela.krieger@munich-business-school.de Munich Business School Elsenheimerstraße 61 80687 Munich www.munich-business-school.de As of February 2016