- Degree
- Master of Arts in International Business
- Course location
- Mainz
- Teaching language
- • English
- Languages
- Courses are held in English.
- Full-time / part-time
- • full-time
- Mode of study
- Fully on-site with voluntary online elements
- Programme duration
- 4 semesters
- Beginning
- Winter semester
- Additional information on beginning, duration and mode of study
- The programme begins by the end of September.
- Application deadline
- 15 June
International applicants are encouraged to submit their applications earlier.
- Tuition fees per semester in EUR
- None
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- Yes
- Description/content
- The MA.IB programme takes four semesters in total:
• MA.IB students spend their first academic year at Mainz University of Applied Sciences, where they are familiarised with the core subjects of international business.
• The third semester takes place abroad at one of our partner universities and is dedicated to a respective specialisation.
• During the fourth semester, students will work on the Master's thesis either in Mainz or at the partner university (if they have opted for one of our double degree programmes).
• This degree also includes an eight-week internship or work experience that can be done in any country (applied project).
Teaching Methods:
Teaching methods in each course are a mixture of lectures and seminars. A strong emphasis is placed on individual work and self-study projects. Furthermore, group work is also very important, larger and smaller groups work together on projects, which may be provided by (international) companies. Results are presented and reported back to the group.
International Focus:
The MA.IB programme is truly international. Around 60% of the students come from outside of Germany. All modules are taught and assessed in English and take an international perspective, and MA.IB students also spend at least one semester abroad.
This teaching approach includes projects and group work, so that students get accustomed to working in international teams. Exchange of professors and lecturers from partner universities further contribute to the students’ internationalisation. Many graduates keep in touch years after their studies, creating a worldwide network.
Professional Prospects:
The MA.IB programme allows you to acquire the skills needed in international business and broadens your knowledge by adding a truly international perspective to your business education, and prepares you for middle management positions.
As a graduate of the MA.IB programme, future employers will appreciate your ability to work and lead in culturally diverse working groups as well as your willingness to be internationally mobile.