Master of Science in International Business

Our Master in International Business is your gateway to an international career. This program merges academic knowledge with real-world applications, letting you delve into practical cases. not just theory. Offering a diverse range of courses in general management, we equip you with the skills to succeed.

Beyond a robust curriculum, our program unveils the leader within you, providing ample opportunities to grow your network. Develop your personal leadership style and access the WHU network.

Year 1

Pre-Master Modules

Candidates who are missing some pre-requisites for courses in the following areas should take them online before the beginning of their studies:

• Financial Accounting
• Introduction to Economics
• Foundations of Management

Quarter 1 | Core Modules

• International Accounting
• International Strategy
• The Analytics' Edge

Quarter 2 | Core Modules & Electives

• International Trade and Investment
• Managerial Economics
• Strategic Marketing

Quarter 3 | Core Modules & Electives

• Designing Sustainable Global Supply Chains
• Psychology of Leadership

Quarter 4 | Electives

Electives (pick three)

• Building and Scaling Successful Companies
• Data Driven Entrepreneurship
• Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation
• Health Economics, Policy and Management
• Investment Banking
• Luxury Brand Management
• Managing Resilient and Sustainable Supply
• Strategy Execution
• Text, Image, and Video Mining
• Visual Prototypings.

Year 2

Summer | Internship

You will gain valuable work experience and the opportunity to apply theory learned in class through an internship in Germany or abroad. The Career Center supports you in finding an internship position via a broad range of activities such as individual career counseling, workshops, and company presentations.

Quarter 1 - 2 | Semester Abroad (for 120-Credit Track)

The Master in International Business Program also includes a semester abroad at one of WHU's 200 partner universities worldwide. During the semester abroad, you will gain a global perspective and immerse yourself in another culture.

Quarter 3 - 4 | Thesis

The Master thesis concludes your studies, providing you the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained throughout the course of the Master Program. While writing your thesis, you will be supervised by a WHU faculty member. You may also write your thesis in collaboration with a company.