You want to make an international career and get to know the world? Then a Bachelor in International Management is the perfect preparation for this challenge! The Bachelor International Business at Munich Business School is much more than just a study of classical business administration. Highlights in the study program We not only provide you with the necessary knowledge for a career in international management. By choosing individual concentrations and electives, you have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your personal strengths and interests. Global action is a priority for us thanks to our international atmosphere on campus, stays abroad and languages. As part of the international focus, you will choose a second foreign language and acquire basic knowledge of business, law, politics and culture in the respective region. Through integrated internships, soft skills courses, a specific mentoring program, small class sizes, and faculty with extensive hands-on experience, you'll develop comprehensive skills important to working with people and advancing businesses. Through contemporary learning and teaching methods online and offline, as well as a variety of courses on digital skills and innovation methods, you will be prepared for the demands of a digital and connected world. Key Facts Bachelor's Program Meet your Academic Director Prof. Dr. Patricia Kraft doesn't believe you need to have everything figured out from the start. She believes in what you can become. As one of the two Academic Directors of the Bachelor program, she's interested in who you are – not who you are on paper. Watch the video to hear what she means by that. Wir benötigen Deine Zustimmung In diese Webseite sind Dienste von "YouTube" eingebettet, um Inhalte darzustellen. Mit einem Klick auf "Akzeptieren" stimmst du der Datenverarbeitung durch "YouTube" gemäß den Datenschutzrichtlinien der Munich Business School zu. Our Bachelor International Business is distinguished by its compact structure. It comprises six or seven study semesters and a bachelor thesis. You will put your theoretical knowledge into practice and expand your international network during three or more internships in Germany or abroad as well as one or two semesters abroad. Semester 1 - 3: Laying the groundwork The first three semesters in the Bachelor International Business are devoted to the principles of business administration and company management, economics, financial accounting, investments and financing, as well as marketing. You will apply your newly acquired knowledge in workshops, project work, case studies and company excursions. You will also expand your digitisation skills during this phase of your studies. Language is the key: Regarding languages, you can choose between Chinese, Arabic, Russian, Spanish and French, whereas if you start your studies in February you can choose between Chinese and Spanish. Courses on the culture and economy of your international focus are also part of the program. Semester 4 - 6: Choose your academic focus In the second half of your studies, you will choose two concentrations and individual electives that will help you deepen your academic knowledge and strengthen your personal profile. Your own start-up project is now on the agenda, as are courses in business development, corporate management and business ethics. Curriculum Bachelor International Business International Business and Management I Financial Accounting and Cost Accounting I Business and Financial Mathematics Business and Cultural History I Current Topics in Business I Social Service Project I Pick 1 out of 6: Chinese Culture and Society + Chinese Arabian Culture and Society + Arabic Russian Culture and Society + Russian German Culture and Society + German Spanish Culture and Society + Spanish French Culture and Society + French Introduction to Social Skills and MBS Values Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy I Presentation Skills and Communication Training I Business Etiquette Resilience Management I Student Mentoring (optional) International Business and Management II Entrepreneurial and Creative Idea Generation Workshop Company Excursion Financial and Cost Accounting II Digital Skills I: Using Spreadsheets Business and Cultural History II Current Topics in Business II Business Law II Social Service Project II Pick 1 out of 6: Asian Culture and Society + Chinese Middle Eastern Culture and Society + Arabic Eastern European Culture and Society + Russian Culture and Society in the European Union + German Latin American Culture and Society + Spanish French and Francophone Culture and Society + French Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy II Presentation Skills and Communication Training II Resilience Management II Conflict Management Application Training Complete your first internship in the lecture-free period between the second and third semester International Business and Management III Fundamentals of Human Resources Management and Leadership Fundamentals of International Marketing and Sales Digital Skills II: Statistics and Data Analysis Digital Skills III: Managing Information and Big Data in the Digital Age Digital Skills IV: Online Security and Digital Ethics Business and Cultural History III (Incl. Excursion) Business Law (Labor Law) Civic Engagement Pick 1 out of 6: Business in Asia-Pacific + Chinese Arabian and Middle Eastern Business + Arabic Russian and Eastern European Business + Russian Business in Germany and the European Union + German Business in Spain and Latin America + Spanish Business in France and Francophone Countries + French Critical Thinking, Data & Text Literacy III (Seminar paper) Intercultural Competences Negotiation Skills Feel more connected to the MBS community by actively participating in a variety of extracurricular opportunities. 20 ECTS from the field of international business studies at the partner university Duration: 10 Weeks In the International Innovation Management concentration, you will learn to manage innovation processes from the idea to marketing. You focus on customer needs, use market research and current methods such as design thinking. You will research technology trends and implement your own innovation projects in groups. In this concentration, students learn the basics of market-oriented business management. The focus is on marketing & sales in the digital age. The course covers strategies such as market analysis, brand management and the optimal marketing mix, including market research and sales management. The goal is to secure long-term success on a national and international level. In the International Finance concentration, students acquire in-depth knowledge in controlling, corporate finance and asset management for the global context. The focus is on modern methods and tools, including investment calculations, financing decisions, foreign trade financing and risk assessment on an international level. In the International Procurement, Production and Logistics concentration, students learn to efficiently manage global supply chains. The focus is on optimizing the flow of goods and services in times of globalization and digitalization. The aim is to supply end customers on time, cost-effectively and in high quality. In the International Human Resources Management and Leadership concentration, students acquire in-depth knowledge of strategic human resources management at an international level. The focus is on the role of employees as critical success factors, as well as on topics of leadership and development of employees. Deepen your accounting knowledge from the first part of the MBS program and learn, for example, about the structure, concept and elements of accounting according to IFRS. International Corporate Governance Corporate Taxation Digital Competencies V: Business Intelligence Idea Development & Start-ups I Project Management & Agile Methods Feel more connected to the MBS community by actively participating in a variety of extracurricular opportunities. Select from the following languages: Arabic, Russian, French, Chinese, Spanish, German Pick 1 out of 3 Innovation Management II (Product Lifecycle Management II) Marketing & Sales II (Customer Relationship Mananagement II) Procurement, Production, Logistics II (Supply Chain Management II) Pick 1 out of 3 International HR Management and Leadership II International Finance II International Governance and Business Development Choose a seminar that matches your concentration and prepare yourself optimally for your bachelor thesis. Seminar Innovation Management (PLM) Seminar Marketing & Sales (CRM) Seminar Procurement, Production, Logistics (SCM) Seminar International HR Management and Leadership Seminar International Finance Seminar International Governance and Business Development Further individualize your studies and deepen the areas you are particularly interested in, such as: Mergers and Acquisitions Globalization and International Trade Family Business Sport and Event Management Ecological Sustainability Business Consulting Real Estate Industry & Construction International Financial and Sustainability Risk Management Social and Organisational-Psychology Agile & New Work Luxury and Brand Management At the end of your studies, you will understand the importance of ethical decisions in the business world, which has been addressed in different courses in all semesters. Regardless of the level – company, leader or individual - ethical behavior in the sense of our MBS value act responsible is crucial! Idea Development & Start-ups II MBS Explorer Days: Creativity & Expression Choose from the following languages: Arabic, Russian, French, Chinese, Spanish, German Duration: 10 Weeks Last but not least: Writing your Bachelor Thesis. The semester abroad is a central part of your Bachelor International Business. It can be taken at one of the Munich Business School’s over 70 partner universities worldwide − in Europe or on another continent, regardless of whether you are studying in the Bilingual or English track. France, USA, China, Australia or Mexico − a stay abroad is an unforgettable time for all students, during which they make friendships for life and gather their first experience in another country. You will expand your intercultural competence and foreign language skills almost automatically. If you start your studies in September, you will complete the semester abroad in semester 4, if you start your studies in February, you will complete it in semester 6. The MBS International Center offers support and advice in choosing the right university. International Focus When you have completed your bachelor’s degree in International Business you will have excellent chances for a career in another country. With your studies in business administration at MBS, you will be able early on to set the course for a life and work in your preferred corner of the world. For this, during the first half of your bachelor studies in business administration you will select an international focus with a second foreign language. Here, you will acquire basic knowledge about the economy, law, politics and culture of your region of interest and complete intensive training in a foreign language. You will have a total of six focusses to choose from. In this focus, you will learn the basics of the Chinese language (Mandarin Chinese) and will simultaneously acquaint yourself with the economy, politics, law, and history of the region. Understanding these backgrounds will provide you wide access to attractive growth regions. The content of teaching in this focus is in line with the requirements that globally active companies place on their future highly qualified economists in the Asia-Pacific economic region. No previous knowledge of Mandarin Chinese is required. Arabic Countries and the Middle East Within the focus on Arabic countries and the Middle East, you will learn the Arabic language and discover the multifaceted culture of this economic region. The lectures provide a deeper understanding of the specific economic practices and business customs as well as historical and religious background information. No previous knowledge of the Arabic language is required as the Arabic language courses are aimed at absolute beginners. Russia and Eastern Europe Within the International Focus on Russia and Eastern Europe, you will acquire the basics of the Russian language and at the same time work intensively on the economy, politics, law, and history of the region. Understanding these backgrounds will provide wide access to these attractive economic regions. For the Russian language training, no previous knowledge is required. Spain and Latin America With the lectures of this focus covering regional socio-cultural topics, you will gain deeper knowledge of the Spanish and Latin American economy, which will open up a wide range of career opportunities with international commercial enterprises. Proficiency of Business Spanish as well as knowledge of man, culture, and society are key for successful business relationships with Spanish and Latin American trading partners. MBS offers Spanish courses for absolute beginners as well as for students with prior knowledge. France and Francophone Countries Within the framework of the focus on France and French-speaking countries, you will gain knowledge on French culture and deepen your understanding of the area-specific economy, politics, society, and culture. In fall MBS offers French language courses for absolute beginners and for students with prior knowledge. Germany and European Union This international focus is aimed at students of the English Track with little knowledge of German. They receive intensive language training in German as a foreign language and deal with the economy, society and culture of Germany in relation to Western Europe. This knowledge prepares you for your internship in a German-speaking company and qualifies you for a variety of career opportunities in a European-German context. MBS firsthand: Bella on the Bachelor program. Wondering what it's really like to study at MBS? Bella tells you straight what she expected, what surprised her and why she hasn't regretted the decision for a second. Watch the video. Wir benötigen Deine Zustimmung In diese Webseite sind Dienste von "YouTube" eingebettet, um Inhalte darzustellen. Mit einem Klick auf "Akzeptieren" stimmst du der Datenverarbeitung durch "YouTube" gemäß den Datenschutzrichtlinien der Munich Business School zu. Pre-Bachelor: Well prepared for university Studying at Munich Business School marks the beginning of a new phase in your life and a new learning stage. The bachelor's degree accompanies you through this process: learn critical skills for your future career in the international arena. Students from all over the world offer a unique opportunity to network beyond national borders. This is how you can make a successful start to your professional life! To get off to a successful start in the Bachelor's program, you can take the Pre-Bachelor's program , which prepares you perfectly for your Bachelor's studies. In this program you will learn the basics of business studies, improve your English and get to know some of your new fellow students. Chat with us on WhatsApp Get 24/7 support for your application, studies, and next steps. By choosing individual concentrations, you have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your strengths and interests. After you have been able to orientate yourself in the first phase of the Bachelor's program, you will have the opportunity to select the focus of your Bachelor International Business in a binding manner at the beginning of the third semester. Choose two out of six business management concentrations and set the course for your master's degree or future field of activity. Each concentration will future-proof your career in ever innovating industries and make you a sought-after expert on the international job market. Innovation Management You want to know why Apple's innovations are so successful or how companies successfully bring new products and services to market? Maybe you want to become a founder yourself or learn more about product design and agile development methods? Then this is the right concentration for you! What can I expect here? In the concentration International Innovation Management, you will acquire specialist knowledge of innovation management as an integrated process - from brainstorming to successful product development and marketing. The starting point for innovations are customer needs, which you will learn to explore using market research instruments and current innovation tools such as Design Thinking, Business Model Innovations or Open Innovation methods. You will also gain knowledge on current technology trends and scenarios. You will learn about the structure and implementation of an innovation strategy and have the opportunity to try out the methods you have learned for developing, designing and testing innovative ideas in a digital world in groups with your own innovation projects. What career opportunities do I have with this choice of concentration? Innovation Managers are in demand as specialists. On tomorrow's job market and in the course of progressive digitalization, this trend will become even stronger. With the concentration in International Innovation Management, you will create a future-proof career perspective in small, agile start-ups, but also in globally active corporations, for example as: Responsible activity in the role of trend scout Management tasks in the innovation department of an international company Responsible activity in the marketing department of a medium-sized company Market Research Manager Consultant in a management consultancy Supply Chain Management Are you curious how Amazon manages to deliver a desired product within one day or how your supermarket always has everything in stock? Do you want to learn how medium-sized companies build an optimal supply chain or what is behind the term Industry 4.0? Then you should definitely choose this concentration! What can I expect here? The concentration International Procurement, Production and Logistics is on the optimal design of supply chains starting with the supplier and ending with the end customer. Due to globalization and ongoing digitalization, you will be looking at both international supply chain strategies and developments in Industry 4.0. The concentration teaches you how to design flows of goods and services so that they reach the end customer at the right time, at the right cost, in the right quantity and at the defined quality, and meet their expectations. What career opportunities do I have with this choice of concentration? With the concentration on International Procurement, Production and Logistics you decide on a career with a future, which opens up entry opportunities in a wide range of industries - from management consultancy to the automotive or consumer goods industry - for example as a: Management responsibility in the logistics area of an international company Responsible activity as manager in purchasing Management tasks in the area of supply chain management Responsible activity in the quality management department of a company in the automotive or consumer goods industry Customer Relationship Management Are you interested in why almost everyone in the world recognizes the BMW brand logo? Do you want to know how successful marketing strategies are developed and implemented in companies or what the term customer experience really means? You'll learn all this and more in this concentration. What can I expect here? Market-oriented corporate management and the marketing or distribution of products and services are among the core elements of every company. A company can only be successful in the long term, both nationally and internationally, if the customer with his wishes and needs is at the centre of the company. Therefore, students in this concentration acquire a comprehensive knowledge of how methods and instruments of marketing and sales are applied in the context of progressive digitalization. The focus includes strategic elements such as market and competition analysis and brand management as well as the implementation of an optimal marketing mix, market research and sales management. What career opportunities do I have with this choice of concentration? Graduates have a wide range of career prospects both in the international corporate world and in public and private institutions and associations: Management responsibility in marketing at international companies Responsible activities in product or key account management or as category manager Executive in marketing controlling or market research Marketing Consultant in a management consultancy Responsible activities at marketing and advertising agencies International Human Resources Management and Leadership Do you want to lead a team or a company? Are you curious why some employers are so popular and others can't find employees? You want to familiarize yourself with modern personnel management methods and know what makes good leadership? You will learn that and more about this and about many more things. What can I expect here? In the International Human Resources Management and Leadership concentration, you gain a better understanding of the strategic significance of human resource management for organizations – especially on an international level. As future leader, you are to familiarize yourself with the topic of “employees as a critical success factor” and with topics of employee leadership and development. You get to know all aspects of the human resource lifecycle and all its characteristics. In addition, modern human resource tools are explained and applied to round off the concentration. What career opportunities do I have with this choice of concentration? Training and retention of good employees is of growing importance for companies. This is why skilled employees and managers are required to think and act strategically also within this field. The significance of leadership qualities is increasing, especially on an international level – in many cases they are the prerequisites for a successful implementation of projects in international teams. For members of the top management, not only their own leadership qualities, but also the knowledge of important human resource management issues belongs to the key qualifications. Potential fields of activity are: Management responsibility in the personnel department of an international company Managing director activities in medium-sized companies Responsible activities in the area of project and team management Consultants in the area of personnel Management tasks in the area of personnel and personnel development Responsible activities in the role of Diversity Manager, HR Business Partner or Change Manager International Finance Do you want to learn more about how large corporations or medium-sized companies make their investment decisions and what makes the global financial world tick? Are you interested in what is behind the terms Corporate Finance and Asset Management? Dive into the world of international finance with this concentration. What can I expect here? The financial world is globally and internationally networked. For this reason, companies and financial institutions are looking for qualified employees who have sound knowledge in the fields of controlling, corporate finance and asset management and can apply this knowledge in an international context. The aim of this concentration is to familiarize students with the methods and instruments of the international financial world of the 21st century. In addition to value-based investment calculations and financing decisions, foreign trade financing and the assessment of risks in a global context play a decisive role. What career opportunities do I have with this choice of concentration? Sound skills in financial valuation and strategic financial management open up excellent employment opportunities in companies, valuation and investment firms and in the financial sector: Management responsibility in the financial department of an international company Responsible activities at investment, commercial and private banks or in the insurance industry Self-employed activity as financial and pension/investment consultant Responsible activities at investment funds Consultants at management consultancies and auditing and tax consultancy firms Management tasks at governmental offices for financial market supervision or at associations International Governance and Business Development Can you imagine managing a company yourself one day or taking on a company succession in a medium-sized or/and family-owned company? You want to know when and why the timely strategic new orientation of a company decides on the future of the company? You want to understand the big picture and strategic corporate management? And you're interested in learning what's behind buzzwords like compliance, code of conduct, contingency planning, auditing or review? Then this is the right concentration for you! What can I expect here? The International Governance and Business Development concentration focuses on a holistic integrated entrepreneurial approach. Processes of managing and monitoring a company are as much a part of the concentration as risk management and the design and application of target, control and management systems. You will deal with the analysis of business processes as well as with audits and reviews in companies. In doing so, you will not only focus on a corporate group, but also learn about the specifics of corporate management in SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and/or so-called hidden champions. What career opportunities do I have with this concentration? Given the increasingly complex corporate environment and the need to make corporate decisions and risk assessments at ever shorter notice, experts in International Governance and Business Development have excellent career entry and development opportunities with corporate groups, SMEs, and management consultancies, auditing and tax consulting firms: Leadership responsibility in a medium-sized and/or family-owned companies Founder of your own company Management consultant Consultant with an auditing and tax consulting company Further individualize your studies and deepen the areas that interest you most You supplement / extend your main subjects with the choice of three electives. In this way you can once again pursue your own personal interests and deepen your knowledge of specific topics. You have the opportunity to specialize in industries and to take a blended learning course. Apartments for MBS students Our fully equipped apartments offer everything you need to focus entirely on your studies: modern design, comfort, and premium extras. You don’t have to worry about annoying things like a washing machine, electricity, heating, or Wi-Fi. We have already taken care of everything for you. Get to know us. Online or at our campus in munich. Hands-on and innovative Integrated Internships: The Application Makes the Difference An internship in retail or with a management consultancy? In Munich or Montreal? At least three ten-week internships in companies in Germany and abroad are integral components of the program. These intensive practice phases offer excellent opportunities to become familiar with various sectors of the economy and company cultures as well as to gather initial work experience. Thus, your business studies at MBS, together with the practice-oriented course formats and lecturers with practical experience, are consistently geared towards practical application. The Career Center advises you in the planning phase and is also available during the internship period. Interested in concrete examples of internships that our students have completed?

Internship Marketing & Sales Internship Mercedes-Benz Soft Skills Courses: Your Personality in Focus In addition to professional competence, your personality is crucial in your future job. Soft skills are therefore essential! Therefore, the academic education at MBS includes courses on personality development in every semester. These are courses on soft skills that you need for your studies as well as for your future job entry. Topics include: Presentation techniques, Communication training, Intercultural competences, Conflict management, Negotiation training, Resilience management, Business etiquette, Application training. Business Etiquette Resilience Management Social Commitment: Take Responsibility Social commitment is reflected in the study curricula at MBS. We want you to change your perspective and gain new insights with a social project and social commitment. Munich Business School does not only want to provide its students with sound specialist knowledge, but also to educate cosmopolitan and responsible personalities. As a student of the International Business bachelor's program, you will carry out a social project in cooperation with a social institution and get involved in a non-profit organization. Also included in your studies are extracurricular activities in the social and university environment. Interested in specific examples of student social projects? Social project: Mental Health Social project: Sustainable bike park Mentoring Program: We Accompany You Tips and tricks for studying, internships or starting a job? Building up your first professional network? Our exclusive mentoring program with experienced mentors from the circle of MBS alumni starts here. You have the opportunity to apply for our exclusive mentoring program. Within the framework of this program, a professionally experienced person from the circle of MBS alumni will support you with words and deeds during the first part of your studies, help you to achieve your career goals and provide you with valuable contacts through their network. At the beginning of your studies, you will receive more detailed information about the mentoring program and can apply for one of the limited places until the end of September. In October, the mentoring committee will make its decision and in November, the selected mentees will meet their mentors. The mentoring meetings take place at least once a semester during the first phase of studies (and beyond if necessary). Mentoring at Munich Business School Individual Teaching and Learning Formats: Interaction at the Heart of Teaching The optimal transfer of knowledge is crucial for learning success. Therefore, interaction in small classes with innovative learning formats is the focus at MBS. There are no pure lectures or only frontal teaching. All courses include exercises, so that the application of knowledge is always immediate. Students benefit from a variety of formats, such as: Case study discussions and reports from practice Start-up, idea or innovation workshops Group and project work such as the non-profit & start-up project Experiential learning elements during the Explorer Days, in which students deal with economic issues in an experimental way using methods from the visual or performing arts, literature or music Excursions to companies, organizations and cultural-historical offerings Use of the latest online teaching formats and digital collaboration tools Direct application of agile working methods using bar camps or the sprint methodology of Scrum You want to know more? Here are current examples of our teaching formats: Hands-On Digitalization Workshop with Allianz Creativity & Expression Workshop More than just specialist knowledge Do you want to think outside the box and take a holistic view of international business management? Then you've come to the right place, because our lecturers will help you develop into a responsible business person with essential soft skills, a broad cultural understanding and a strong personality during your bachelor's degree. We are convinced that only those who think holistically about business administration and take into account social developments, political, historical and international contexts will be successful. Study bilingually or completely in English In order to be well received wherever you go, you can perfect your English language skills by taking the Bachelor of International Business Study Program in two languages (70% German, 30% English) or completely in English. Seize this opportunity! If you love the challenge of studying bilingual German/English, you should choose the Bilingual Track. You will get to know technical terms in both languages and thus prepare yourself optimally for a future in both the German-speaking and the international business world. A very good knowledge of German and English is required for this track. In the English Track you will study entirely in English, so you should have excellent English language skills for this track. German language skills are not required. In lecture groups with students from all over the world you will develop your intercultural skills from the first semester on. The track offers international students without any knowledge of German the opportunity to learn German as a foreign language and thus become familiar with the German-speaking culture. Career Opportunities What will I do after my studies? Which doors are open to me? In which professions do graduates of the Bachelor International Business actually work? These are questions that every student will certainly ask himself or herself not only once during his or her studies. Therefore, we will introduce you to possible job profiles as well as successful MBS graduates and give you some pointers on how MBS prepares its students for life after graduation. HR Manager / Talent Manager You will be responsible for personnel management as well as recruitment and administration. You will develop strategies for personnel recruitment and take care, among other things, of new hires or dismissals. You will analyze the positions to be filled, develop a requirements profile or applicant profile, and make the applicant selection. You are also responsible for the qualification, coaching and further training of managers and employees. What skills do I need? Sound knowledge of personnel management and labour law Knowledge and skills in leadership Intercultural decision-making skills Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentration "Human Resource Management and Leadership" Electives "Organizational Psychology" and “Family Firms” Social project with a real non-profit enterprise Internship at a company like the BMW Group in the human resources department Thesis in the field of human resources in cooperation with a MDAX company Soft skill courses such as communication, presentation and negotiation training Financial Manager / Fonds Manager Among other things, you are responsible for drawing up financing strategies and putting together suitable investment opportunities and combinations (portfolios) with the aim of reducing financial risks through diversification. You will also carry out stock exchange transactions, analyse financial markets and monitor investment strategies in order to develop them further. What skills do I need? Analytical thinking and approach Expertise in finance, controlling and accounting Expertise in International and Corporate Finance, Portfolio Management and Corporate Strategy & Innovation Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentration "Financial Management" Courses in "Financial and Cost Accounting" or "Corporate Taxation" Electives "International Accounting", "Risk Management", "Mergers & Acquisitions" or "Banking & Insurance" Internship with a fund company Event- or Social Media Manager Together with the corporate customer, you will be responsible for communication with their customers, employees and other partners, plan events worldwide or, as Social Media Manager, take responsibility for communication in all social networks. What skills do I need? Strong communication skills Customer affinity Expertise in CRM, marketing and sales Organisational talent Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentration "Product Lifecycle Management" with a focus on innovation management Concentration "Customer Relationship Management" with emphasis on marketing and sales Study abroad with continuing marketing and communication courses Electives "Media and Event Management" and "Coding" Courses for digial skills such as "Business Intelligence" and "Big Data Analysis" Soft skill courses such as communication, presentation and negotiation training Entry / Takeover of Family Business You are planning the succession in the parental or family business. Therefore, you will enter the operative business of the company after your Bachelor's degree in order to get to know all areas of the company, to initiate and drive change projects. Working in different functions of the company will give you an overview and vision for the future sustainability of the company. What skills do I need? Strategic orientation Expertise in the field of corporate governance Analytical thinking and procedure Visionary thinking Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentrations "Human Resource Management and Leadership" Concentration "Financial Management" Electives “Family Firms” and “Organizational Psychology” Courses "Corporate Governance" Internship in a management consultancy Soft skill courses such as communication, presentation and negotiation training Company Founder You set up your own start-up and build it up along the entire value chain of the new company, from product development to sales. Among other things, you will be responsible for recruiting and managing employees, maintaining contact with investors, realizing and securing viable financing. What skills do I need? Founding Spirit "Hands on" mentality High customer affinity Analytical and digital skills Digital skills to build digital business models Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentration "Product Lifecycle Management" with a focus on innovation management Concentration "Customer Relationship Management" with emphasis on marketing and sales Elective "Sports and Event Management" Courses in "Human Resource Management and Leadership" A real entrepreneurship project Internship with a sports equipment manufacturer such as Adidas or Nike Semester abroad in Los Angeles in the heart of California's Tech Valley to experience the latest trends first hand Thesis on market analysis as part of the business plan for your future start-up Soft skill courses such as communication, presentation and negotiation training Product Manager / Brand Manager You look after products, services and brands and ensure successful market positioning. A target group-specific approach is of great importance. You are also responsible for pricing and interaction with the wholesale and retail trade and develop strategies for the introduction of new products or product enhancements. In order to reach the target group even better, you will conduct market and competition analyses, and design sales measures and advertising campaigns What skills do I need? High customer affinity Analytical capabilities Expertise in CRM, marketing and sales Which courses and elements of the bachelor's program help prepare for this? Concentration "Product Lifecycle Management" with the focus on innovation management Concentration "Customer Relationship Management" with emphasis on marketing and sales A real entrepreneurship project in which you are responsible for marketing the product idea Study abroad with continuing marketing courses Optional courses "Luxury and Brand Management" and "Media and Event Management" or "Retail" Thesis in cooperation with a marketing agency Soft skill courses such as communication, presentation and negotiation training In order to qualify for admission to the business administration and bachelor studies at Munich Business School, you must first meet certain requirements regarding previous schooling and language skills. MBS offers several application rounds and recommends that you submit your application early as the number of places is limited. The quality of teaching and the training of sought-after specialists and managers are at the heart of Munich Business School. By studying at MBS, you are investing in your future. You can conveniently pay your tuition fees in seven semester installments or 42 monthly installments. Early Bird Special - Deadlines Spring Intake: October 15 – € 1,000 discount Fall Intake: February 15 – € 1,000 discount Discover our scholarships and 100% study financing with Brain Capital. You can find all the information you need under Scholarships and Study Financing . Admission Requirements Academic and Vocational Education There are three admission pathways to the Bachelor’s program at Munich Business School: A school-leaving qualification that allows you to access university-level study in Bavaria, e.g. Abitur , Fachhochschulreife , Matura , IB Diploma or certain other international school-leaving qualifications. Did you know? You can apply early by submitting your three most recent school report cards. If your application is successful, you simply need to provide your school-leaving certificate before the start of your course. This means you don’t have to wait to receive your school-leaving certificate before applying. Do I meet the criteria for universities in Germany? Find out now: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/check-university-admission Completing a vocational training program in Germany and a) passing a mastership examination ( Meisterprüfung ) or equivalent vocational training examination OR b) completing a course of study at a technical college ( Fachschule ) or technical academy ( Fachakademie ). If you fulfill either of these criteria, you meet the general admission criteria for university-level study – subject to a consultation meeting at your chosen institution before the start of your studies. Successfully completing at least a two-year (commercial) vocational training program in Germany before working full-time in that field for at least three years. You can demonstrate your suitability for your chosen studies by passing the regular examinations for the first two semesters. You will then be granted special admission to the university for your chosen subject. Munich Business School also offers a Pre-Bachelor program in International Business as the ideal preparation for bachelor’s-level study. English Proficiency Bilingual Track (70% German/30% English) English Proficiency Applicants for the Bilingual Track must proof their English language skills by passing one of the following language tests: TOEFL 85/IBT (MBS TOEFL Institution Code: 5772) IELTS 6.5-Academic Module Duolingo Overall Score 115 Cambridge B2 First min. Grade B Pearson PTE Academic Overall Score 56 ELS English for Academic Purposes: Advanced Level 112 Note: If the test is also used to apply for a visa, please check the requirements of the respective embassy in advance. Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years. If you are unable to obtain your test results before handing in your MBS application, please advise us of your planned test date. The English proficiency test can be waived by applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. US High School Diploma, IB Diploma). English Proficiency English Track (100% English) If you apply for the English Track, you must proof your English language skills by passing one of the following language tests: TOEFL 85/IBT (MBS TOEFL Institution Code: 5772) IELTS 6.5-Academic Module Duolingo Overall Score 115 Cambridge B2 First min. Grade B Pearson PTE Academic Overall Score 56 ELS English for Academic Purposes: Advanced Level 112 Note : If the test is also used to apply for a visa, please check the requirements of the respective embassy in advance. Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years. If you are unable to obtain your test results before handing in your MBS application, please advise us of your planned test date. The English proficiency test can be waived by applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. US High School Diploma, IB Diploma). Transfer to MBS You would like to change university and continue your studies at Munich Business School? We offer Bachelor students the possibility of a transfer to the 2nd or 3rd semester. Previous knowledge in the fields of business administration and management, business law, accounting, mathematics and economics is required. Equivalent study and examination achievements, which have been acquired in an economics program in the basic studies, are counted towards the first two semesters of the bachelor's program at MBS up to a total of 60 ECTS. Pre-Check of your academic achievements For a non-binding pre-check of your academic achievements, please submit your curriculum vitae, an official grade confirmation as well as the official module descriptions of the courses you have already completed (with details on ECTS number per course, learning content, number of hours, type of final achievement and learning outcomes). The administrative fee for the Pre-Check is 60 euros. In case of a subsequent application to MBS, the application fee is waived. Admission requirements Complete application Above-average study and examination results with at least a grade of 2.5 Proof of 30 ECTS (lateral entry into the 2nd semester) or 60 ECTS (lateral entry into the 3rd semester) Recognition of achievements from previous business studies at a state-recognized university in Germany or abroad Proof of English language proficiency with TOEFL, IELTS or 100% English Schooling Proof of advanced knowledge in a 2nd foreign language depending on the choice of International Focus (Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, German as a foreign language) Proof of internships (only for lateral entry into the 3rd semester) Document of good academic standing from Examination Office of previous university Successful participation in the interview Application deadlines for transfer students November 30 for entry into the spring term (February) June 30 for entry into the fall term (September) If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our student advisory service. Application Process Written Application Application Documents Authenticated copy of school leaving certificate, alternatively last 3 school reports Letter of Motivation Resume and photo Proof of English language skills B2 (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge, ELS 112) by the start of studies at the latest When applying for a scholarship : personal statement (1 page) To apply online, click here. Application Fee Please transfer the application fee of 60 Euro to: Munich Business School GmbH Account 1020132229 Deutsche Kreditbank (Bank Code 120 300 00) BIC: BYLADEM1001 IBAN: DE23120300001020132229 or via PayPal: paypal@munich-business-school.de Application Rounds Upon receipt of the application fee, the Admission Office checks your documents and invites you to a personal interview. You will receive your feedback within three days. Since the number of study places is limited, we recommend an early application. Your application is possible up to one year in advance. You will then submit your school leaving certificate and proof of English language skills by the start of your studies at the latest. MBS offers partial scholarships to committed prospective students. In order to apply for one of the limited scholarships, please submit a personal statement with your application for a study place. In this statement, you convincingly justify your interest in the scholarship program. You can find further information at Scholarships and Financing . Application Rounds and Personal Interview MBS offers application rounds on a monthly basis. You pick one round for your application. Here are our deadlines and admission rounds for starting your studies in February or September: January round: Application deadline January 15 with online interview in January/February February round: Application deadline February 15 with online interview in February/March – Early Bird Deadline March round: Application deadline March 15 with online interview in March/April April round: Application deadline April 15 with online interview in April/May May round: Application deadline May 15 with online interview in May/June June round: Application deadline June 15 with online interview in June/July July round: Application deadline July 15 with online interview in July/August August round: Application deadline August 15 with online interview in August/September September round: Application deadline September 15 with online interview in September/October October round: Application deadline October 15 with online interview in October/November – Early Bird Deadline November round: Application deadline November 15 with online interview in November/December December round: Application deadline December 15 with online interview in December/January The personal interview (approx. 45 minutes) consists of three parts: Your study motivation Short presentation and discussion Your personal questions You will receive the results of the interview within one week. If you are accepted, the Admission Office will send you your personal study contract. The place of study is then reserved for three weeks. To secure your place of study, you return your signed contract to MBS by e-mail or mail and make a deposit. Upon acceptance of the study place, you will be required to pay an enrollment fee of 690 Euro (for international students: 1,490 Euro) and a deposit of 1,990 Euro. The latter is offset against the payment installment of your semester fee. If you are a Non-EU national, you are required to apply for a student visa in order to start your studies in Germany. To obtain a visa invitation letter from Munich Business School, please take the following steps: Hand in your signed study contract and a copy of your passport details page. Transfer the one-time enrollment fee and the deposit of 1,990 Euro. The deposit will be deducted from the first semester tuition installment. Munich Business School offers attractive scholarships. These are 10 - 50% for the 1st and 2nd Bachelor semester. The application for one of the scholarships is made together with the application for a study place. Further information can be found under " Scholarships and financing ". The program is also aimed at pre-bachelor students. MBS Insights: The university blog with news on studying, research, and business administration DGOR Research Award Returns to Munich Business School in 2026 Read more Trump's Tariffs made Headlines: Tariffs sound simple. Trade policy rarely is. Read more Who benefits when a tax gets cut? 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