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You can be confident that your IU education and degree have met the rigorous standards set by the European Union.
From the day you enrol at IU International University of Applied Sciences, we’re committed to your success. The education you’ll receive at IU will not only equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge you’ll need to succeed, but also fully prepare you for the challenges you may face in the working world.
Not sure what’s the right career path for you? We can help with that too. Our how to choose a career article is a great starting point for you to plan your future with.
Of graduates find a job within the first three months
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For over 20 years, IU has been at the forefront of German education, offering specialised degree programmes in business, engineering, and technology.
Germany is known for its universities of applied sciences (or Fachhoschulen), such as IU, where theory and practice go hand-in-hand. This means you will:1
According to the German Centre for Higher Education Research and Science Studies, five years after graduation, university of applied sciences graduates earn roughly 14.8% more than university graduates. Our German-quality education will help you gain a competitive edge over other professionals in your field.1
You can be confident that your IU education and degree have met the rigorous standards set by the European Union.
Thanks to our global ratings, awards, and partnerships, your IU degree is recognised and valued by employers worldwide.
Easily work, study, or relocate abroad. Your IU degree can be transferred into credits to match local equivalents in the Canada and U.S.
In today’s professional landscape, employers value candidates who are globally oriented and motivated. When you study online at IU, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own learning path, utilising our state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms.
You will develop transferable soft skills that are valued across roles and industries such as strong time management, digital literacy, and effective virtual collaboration abilities. These skills, together with your accredited IU degree and industry-relevant education, will help position you as a highly employable graduate, no matter where you go.
No matter which stage you’re at in your career journey, we’re here to provide you with the resources you need to move forward. At the IU Career Office, you’ll find a team of career coaches who will guide you in your career planning, as well as a range of online career services to help your job search.
DISCOVER IU CAREER OFFICE“I chose the MBA program at IU (International University) because I recently left my job to operate my own businesses full-time and I want to learn how to better manage my team and serve as a strategic partner to my clientele.”
Tokyo Ndela
MBA, South Africa
“I've had a functional leadership role for a while, but I lacked business skills. The MBA program has given me useful insights into business management and prepares me well to take on a role in Business leadership.”
Vikrant Lokhande
MBA. India
“Germany was the right choice for me. My future is assured with access to a robust job market in one of Europe's strongest economies. Also, knowing German immigration laws are so friendly to outsiders puts my mind at ease.”
Aishwarya M.
MBA International Marketing, India
“I chose the MBA program at IU (International University) because I recently left my job to operate my own businesses full-time and I want to learn how to better manage my team and serve as a strategic partner to my clientele.”
Tokyo Ndela
MBA, South Africa
“I've had a functional leadership role for a while, but I lacked business skills. The MBA program has given me useful insights into business management and prepares me well to take on a role in Business leadership.”
Vikrant Lokhande
MBA, India
“Germany was the right choice for me. My future is assured with access to a robust job market in one of Europe's strongest economies. Also, knowing German immigration laws are so friendly to outsiders puts my mind at ease.”
Aishwarya M.
MBA International Marketing, India
“I chose the MBA program at IU (International University) because I recently left my job to operate my own businesses full-time and I want to learn how to better manage my team and serve as a strategic partner to my clientele.”
Tokyo Ndela
MBA, South Africa
“I've had a functional leadership role for a while, but I lacked business skills. The MBA program has given me useful insights into business management and prepares me well to take on a role in Business leadership.”
Vikrant Lokhande
MBA, India
“Germany was the right choice for me. My future is assured with access to a robust job market in one of Europe's strongest economies. Also, knowing German immigration laws are so friendly to outsiders puts my mind at ease.”
Aishwarya M.
MBA International Marketing, India
We are proud of our alumni, who have gone on to greater paths in their career after graduating with a degree from IU. Our practical, career-relevant degree programmes help IU graduates stand out from the crowd and prepare them for a job at industry-leading companies. On the left you can find a small selection of companies where our alumni work at, after successfully completing their studies.
Rated 5 stars for our online learning, among the best in the world
WES Canada U.S. recognised: our grads can work/study in both countries
Globally recognised for our quality-assured digital education
Enhanced research opportunities help IU provide the very best to you
Our teaching and faculty meet European educational standards
Academically top ranked in Germany with 6 out of 25 categories won
Reaccredited until 2026 for our competency in teaching and research