Master of Arts in International Business (MA.IB)
A globally oriented master’s programme combining core business disciplines with international specialisation and mandatory study abroad.
Best for:Best for graduates with a business or management background who are multilingual, globally minded, and eager to gain hands-on experience in international business through study abroad and internships.
Overview
The Master of Arts in International Business (MA.IB) at Mainz University of Applied Sciences is a four-semester programme designed for students seeking expertise in global business operations. The curriculum integrates core subjects like international economics, finance, marketing, and law with a strong emphasis on cross-cultural collaboration. Students spend their first year in Mainz, followed by a semester abroad at one of the programme’s partner universities, where they specialise in a chosen field. The final semester culminates in a master’s thesis, often paired with an international internship. This programme is ideal for multilingual professionals aiming to develop skills for middle management roles in diverse, international work environments.
What you'll do
- Study core business subjects such as international economics, leadership, financial reporting, and international marketing in the first year at Mainz University of Applied Sciences.
- Complete a semester abroad at one of the programme’s partner universities to specialise in a chosen management field or industry, earning at least 25 ECTS credits.
- Conduct an eight-week internship or applied project in an international company, applying analytical tools learned during the programme.
- Write and defend a master’s thesis addressing an international business issue, either in Mainz or at the partner university.
- Participate in group projects and case studies that simulate real-world international business scenarios, fostering collaboration in diverse teams.
- Engage in international guest lectures and collaborative projects with professors and students from partner institutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field from a recognised accredited university (minimum 180 ECTS or equivalent to three years of full-time study).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA) in International Business
Language: English (C1 level), German (A2 level), and a third language (B1 level). Official certificates required for English and German proficiency.
Instruction: English
- Excellent proficiency in English (C1 level or equivalent, e.g., TOEFL iBT 92, IELTS 6.5, UNIcert III).
- Intermediate proficiency in German (A2 level or equivalent).
- Advanced proficiency in a third language (B1 level or equivalent).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to international business contexts.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and adapt to diverse working environments.
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field from a recognised university.
- Above-average academic performance (minimum ECTS grade C or equivalent to 2.5 or better in the German grading system).
- No age restrictions, but applicants must meet the language proficiency requirements.
- No prior work experience required, but international exposure is advantageous.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-06-15
Applicants must submit their application through uni-assist, an online platform for international students. The application includes academic transcripts, proof of language proficiency, a motivation letter, and a list of preferred partner universities for the study abroad semester. Additional documents may be required based on individual circumstances.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, UNIcert III)
- Proof of German proficiency (A2 level)
- Proof of proficiency in a third language (B1 level)
- Motivation letter (approximately two pages)
- List of preferred partner universities for the study abroad semester
- Passport-sized photograph
- Proof of financial means (around 1,030 EUR per month for non-EU applicants)
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