BA Business Administration | International Management & Marketing Berlin International University of Applied Sciences

The Bachelor's programme in Business Administration is fully taught in English.

The aim of the BA Business Administration | International Management and Marketing programme is to develop a global business graduate with a well-rounded and state-of-the-art management and marketing expertise and a skill set that can be adapted to different international business settings. As such, students will learn to manage a diverse workforce, organise projects, and devise international management and marketing strategies.
Berlin International is set within the unique context of Berlin, which apart from being the seat of many multinational corporations, is also a major start-up hotspot in Europe. Our students can thus have their pick in terms of either working for a start-up or a multinational corporation after their graduation.

The learning environment of Berlin International is problem-based and has a strong focus on the applied practitioner approach. We draw on the expertise and professional experience of our diverse staff as well as our local and international firm network to bring theory closer to the actual business practice. We pay attention to employer needs and help our students develop a skill set that is relevant to the challenges of the 21st century workplace. Interpersonal, intercultural, and analytical skills are all high on our skill development list. We practise these skills by working individually as well as in groups. Our learning environment is friendly, inclusive, and social, which allows us to respond to individual student needs.

The Bachelor's programme in Business Administration | International Management & Marketing is taught in English. If you are looking for an international BA programme that provides the perfect basis for your future career by equipping you with state-of-the-art business knowledge and methods, look no further and apply for our Business Administration | International Management & Marketing programme at Berlin International.

Start in winter semester (for new and transfer students): 1 December until approximately 31 August

Start in summer semester (only for students transferring into a higher semester): 1 December until 31 January

EU nationals

• Tuition fee: 675 EUR per month, per monthly instalment
• Registration fee: 250 EUR one-time, non-refundable fee

Non-EU nationals

• Tuition fee: 4,190 EUR per semester, payable per semester
• Registration fee: 600 EUR one-time, non-refundable fee

Studying Business Administration | International Management & Marketing provides the perfect opportunity for you to find out first-hand about potential career opportunities in large multinational corporations, start-ups, and leading consultancy firms. In a practice-driven and motivating learning atmosphere, an internationally experienced team of lecturers and professors at Berlin International encourages you to develop your individual talents and further develop your analytical skills as a future management or marketing executive.

Based on a limited number of carefully selected and designed modules in the first year of your studies, you will get to cover all major business administration fields, such as foundations of management and marketing, international business, digital business, and organisational theory. Simultaneously, you will get to further develop the all-important practice-oriented business skills, such as team building and conflict management as well as critical thinking. From the third semester onwards, you will then get to focus on the specific topics of particularly international management, international marketing, business ethics, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, you will get to practise negotiating skills and learn to conduct talent management workshops. We will also help guide your internship journey, and thus, we will also guide your overall career preparation. Together, we will conduct business simulations, role-plays, and workshops as well as discuss current business practices and challenges with members of leading multinational corporations and start-ups. Our truly international student body enables you to gather diverse perspectives on a number of collaborative projects.

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An internship of approx. 10 weeks (15 credits) is to be completed by the end of the fifth semester. Programme advisers and a staff member at the Internship Office will assist students in finding an appropriate internship in Germany or abroad.

4,050 EUR

EU nationals

• Tuition fee: 675 EUR per month, per monthly instalment
• Registration fee: 250 EUR one-time, non-refundable fee

Non-EU nationals

• Tuition fee: 4,190 EUR per semester, payable per semester
• Registration fee: 600 EUR one-time, non-refundable fee

Included in the tuition fees

You will generally need to hold a German "Abitur/Fachabitur" or the equivalent to meet the German university entrance level requirements. These are set by the German Central Office for Foreign Education and apply to most German-accredited higher education institutions.

The requirements vary from country to country. We have summarised a few for the most frequently asked education systems:

• US high school diploma
• IB diploma
• GCE A levels

The required documents for all BA programmes at the Faculty of Business Administration are as follows:

• Official Senior High School diploma with transcript (German "Abitur/Fachabitur" or equivalent)
• Official university certificates and transcript of grades – if applicable
• Passport
• English language test (level B2 or above)

Since all of our programmes are fully taught in English, we will require a proof of your language skills. German knowledge is not required.

If your language skills are at B2 level or above, one of the following language test certificates and scores can be accepted for your application:

• TOEFL ITP: 543
• TOEFL IBT: 74
• IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall
• Cambridge FCE: B2
• PTE Academic: 59
• BAU "English Language Proficiency Exam": 60/100
• IB Diploma: English A or B at HL or SL
• German "Abitur" after 2011

If you have not completed high school in a majority-English-speaking country (i.e. USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand), an approved language exam is required in order to qualify for admission.

You are welcome to attend the internal Berlin International language proficiency exam. It will be hosted via the software MS Teams and participation can only be offered after application to one of our programmes.

Start in winter semester (for new and transfer students): 1 December until approximately 31 August

Start in summer semester (only for students transferring into a higher semester): 1 December until 31 January

All funding opportunities offered at Berlin International University of Applied Sciences can be found here.

Furthermore, Berlin International proudly announces its scholarship programme in celebration of the 10th year anniversary. This scholarship opportunity paves the way for remarkable educational experiences by covering up to 50% of tuition fees.

The application process for the 10th anniversary scholarship follows our usual procedure. Interested students are warmly invited to apply through our online portal. Depending on the programme of interest, applications will be assessed based on either the portfolio or the overall grade point average.

Berlin offers ample opportunities for a wide range of student jobs. German language skills are advantageous.

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognised and non-profit German university of applied sciences located in the centre of Berlin. We are determined to offer a challenging, innovative and practice-oriented education that advances the academic, cultural and linguistic potential of our students and prepares them for international careers in a globalised world.

With our diverse student body and academic staff from more than 93 countries, our university embodies internationality and offers an open-minded, intercultural and inspiring study atmosphere.

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences is also part of growing international university networks including universities, campuses, and academic centres in Istanbul, Washington D.C., Toronto, and Batumi, thus offering ample opportunities for study and internship exchanges. Our students may also participate in various Erasmus+ programmes.

The language of instruction in all study programmes is English. For students who still need to improve their English skills, we offer an English Preparatory Programme. Additionally, in order to further advance international career opportunities, language courses are offered as elective courses.

All our programmes have been positively evaluated and accredited by the German Accreditation Council ("Stiftung Akkreditierungsrat"), attesting to their quality. The institution is accredited by the German Science and Humanities Council ("Wissenschaftsrat").

It is no coincidence that Berlin has been chosen to host the Berlin International University of Applied Sciences campus. Berlin is one of the most innovative and exciting cities in contemporary Europe, as well as the city that is most attractive and in demand specifically for university students. Students at Berlin International will have the opportunity to learn about German culture, politics, history, and daily life while getting to know their new home easily with the help of many internationally oriented businesses and services throughout the city.

Additionally, life in Berlin is made easy for the students at Berlin International thanks to the opportunity to book a place in one of the university's student apartments. Berlin is a city of science and research. More than 200,000 people from all over the world work, study, and do research at more than 30 universities and 60 research institutions throughout Berlin. Excellent university and state libraries as well as museums provide a stimulating intellectual atmosphere.

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences maintains partnerships with many universities and scientific institutions in Berlin and organises joint activities for our students. The special atmosphere and charm of Berlin are a result of its very distinct urban character. It is the largest and most lively urban centre in Germany – a hub of government, business, and culture – and at the same time, it is Germany's greenest city, with two large rivers, hundreds of parks, and large forests that offer great opportunities to spend time outdoors.

The city boasts more than 170 museums, many theatres, and three state operas. Throughout the year, festivals of music, theatre, and cinema take place in Berlin. In addition, the city has become known all over the world for its young lifestyle, nightlife, cafés, and bars.