In a rapidly evolving global marketplace, standing out requires more than just ambition—it demands the right qualifications and skills. Our 1-year MSc in International Business Management equips you with the strategic expertise and cutting-edge knowledge necessary to excel in any role within the field. This master’s programme is designed to prepare you for independent entrepreneurial ventures or senior management positions with leadership responsibilities across various industries and business sizes.

The curriculum focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of business management with an emphasis on international skills and interdisciplinarity. This programme prioritises both theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring you are fully prepared to make a significant impact in the global business landscape.

Students will enhance their management knowledge and acquire application-specific specialisation skills through real-world challenges and practical experiences.

As a graduate of the MSc 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 profound understanding of international business practices is essential.

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.

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 Potsdam 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.

This course is available to study over a standard period of one year. If you have the relevant academic or professional experience, you could be eligible for admission into the programme, tailored to complete within this timeframe. Talk to our programme consultants to find out whether this is the case for you.

The programme is modularised, meaning each module is assigned a fixed number of credit points and concludes with an examination. This programme consists of 60, 90, or 120 ECTS credits, depending on the track and your eligibility. The standard track spans 24 months (120 ECTS), while the credit-based track can be completed in 12 or 18 months (60 or 90 ECTS), based on prior academic credits, qualifications, or work experience.

Take the next step in your international business career with our focused and streamlined programme, ideal for those seeking to enhance their expertise in a condensed timeframe.

International Business

International Strategic Management

International Marketing

Global Supply Chain Management

International Economics

Innovation and Sustainability

Innovation Management and Digital Transformation

Project Management

Finance and Risk Management

CSR, Diversity and Ethics

Leadership, action and intercultural competencies

Management of People in Cross Cultural Environments

Behavioural Competencies in Virtual Teams

Emotional Agility in International Business

CEO Decision Making and Case Studies

Digital competencies

Electives in Cloud Computing, Big Data and Cyber Security from Amazon, Alibaba and Co.

Scientific and Methods Competencies

Research Methods and Scientific Work

Master Thesis

An international business management degree provides the academic knowledge and skills to pursue global career opportunities and helps you develop a broad and diverse understanding of businesses. This degree will help you advance your career in various fields such as finance, marketing, HR, and general business. Potential graduate opportunities:

Business development manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €73,627

External auditor; average salaries for the job usually range around €73,627

Marketing manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €68,459

Global sales manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €63,859

International HR manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €84,747

Global financial trader; average salaries for the job usually range around €72,6497

Bachelor’s degree 3+ years in duration in a relevant discipline (business, economics or social sciences, psychology, law, engineering, computer science, or closely related sciences)

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.