Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time? Are you aiming for a specific career role, or do you simply know your strengths lie in international business and management? By studying international business management, you will enhance your problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills. These skills are essential in all fields but are particularly valuable for those working in global business environments to understand market dynamics, identify opportunities, and create strategic solutions.

Our full-time Bachelor’s Degree programme in International Business Management will equip you with the knowledge to navigate and succeed in the global business landscape. The course content covers fundamental business concepts, international market analysis, strategic planning, financial management, and cross-cultural communication. The programme prepares students for a professional career in a wide variety of international business fields.

As a graduate of the BSc International Business Management programme, you will be in high demand by multinational corporations, international consultancy firms, and global financial institutions. Your expertise will be sought after in diverse sectors such as manufacturing, finance, consulting, public service, and the creative industries, where a deep understanding of international business practices is essential.

The programme is perfect for those who are interested in developing an international career in the business world. This degree is for those who want the tools for success in any international organisation, from small innovative start-ups to large well-established corporations.

Gisma University of Applied Sciences supports flexible and individual learning by applying a systematic hybrid learning scheme. You will spend part of your lectures in class at our Berlin campus. These face-to-face phases are complemented by e-learning sessions. You will work on cases, reflect on readings, take part in online discussions, and participate in group exercises and projects. This variety of learning methods is part of our unique teaching strategy, which includes student-centred pedagogy, project-based learning, collaborative learning, and personalised coaching.

The degree programme has been awarded the quality seal of the Accreditation Council Foundation. The Accreditation Council Foundation is a joint institution of the federal states of Germany for quality assurance in study and teaching at German universities.

Gisma University of Applied Sciences is state recognised. It also benefits from AMBA accreditation, which was awarded for the Global MBA and is an honour shared by only 6 universities in Germany and 2% of all universities worldwide. The prestigious AMBA accreditation represents innovation and excellence in education.

The full-time bachelor’s degree programme comprises a standard period of study of six semesters. The curriculum includes a ’mobility window’ in the 5th semester: a semester reserved for you to study abroad, undertake further modules with an applied focus as part of career development or to do an internship.

For the bachelor’s programmes, the total student workload for the courses is 180 ECTS credits. 

From international business law to strategic management and intercultural communication, you’ll learn everything you need to build a successful business career. You’ll also have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad – choose from a selection of highly international cities such as London, Shanghai, and Singapore. You can combine this with an internship or business project with global companies such as Amazon or Alibaba so that you’ll be ready to kick-start your career as soon as you graduate.

Students starting online will have the option to complete the programme on-campus in Germany seamlessly.

International Business

Introduction to Globalisation

Comparative Country Studies and Political Risk Assessment

Project Management

International Business Law

Global Sourcing

International Marketing

Leadership in a Digitalised and Globalised World

General Business Competencies

Digital Marketing Methods

Financial and Cost Accounting

HR Management

Financial Reporting

Fundamentals of Strategic Management

Finance and Investment

Sustainability Management

Digital competencies

Digital Transformation and Cases

Economics and Digital Economics

Innovation Management in a Digital and Globalised World

Action and Intercultural Competencies

Foreign Language

Intercultural Skills and Ethics

Creative Problem Solving and Strategy Development

Internship

Study Abroad Option

Scientific and Methods Competencies

Mathematical Foundations

Statistics

Academic Writing and Research Methods

Bachelor Thesis

In today’s interconnected world, international business acumen is essential for success across industries. As a graduate of the BSc International Business Management programme, you will be in high demand, equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in various sectors, including multinational corporations, international consultancy firms, and global financial institutions.

Potential graduate opportunities: international business consultant, global marketing manager, financial analyst, business development manager, supply chain manager, trade compliance specialist, export manager, and international human resources manager.

General university entrance qualification

English proficiency: B2 (IELTS 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in any component) or equivalent scores in TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE or Duolingo. Gisma also offers an English test free of charge.

International students must conduct an entrance test.