MSc International Business Management- Potsdam

The MSc International Business Management from Gisma University of Applied Sciences allows you to dive into the fascinating world of international business and corporate global leadership.

From leadership competencies in cross cultural environments and international strategic management to marketing and CEO decision making, this programme covers all areas of business that you need to master for a senior management position in an international organisation. 

Programme details

• Opportunity to spend a semester abroad or do an internship/ project in an international cosmopolitan city like London, Shanghai, and Singapore.
• Equips you with all the skills you need for a senior management role in any international company or MNC.
• Allows you to network with students from over 55 countries which can expand ythe professional network.
• Helps you gain additional skills in Big Data, cybersecurity, and cloud computing through technical know-how provided by Amazon.
• Suitable for students interested in a global business career with undergraduate degrees in closely related disciplines like accounting, economics and psychology.
• Cthese curriculum perfect for preparing for further intensive business degrees like an MBA.
• Industry oriented curriculum with the right blend of theory and practical experience.
• Provides plenty of career opportunities in domains like project management, international strategic management, business leadership and finance.
• A flexible learning format, as well as virtual access to the Gisma Campus at Potsdam, allows you to study online.

Accreditations and rankings

The degree programme has been awarded the quality seal of the Accreditation Council Foundation. It was first assessed by FIBAA in a multi-stage accreditation procedure and then successfully accredited by the Accreditation Council Foundation. The Accreditation Council Foundation is a joint institution of the federal states of Germany for quality assurance in study and teaching at German universities. The quality seal of the Accreditation Council Foundation certifies, among other things, compliance with academic standards and formal requirements.

Gisma University of Applied Sciences is state recognised. It also benefits from AMBA accreditation, which was awarded for the Global MBA and is an honthe shared by only 6 business school in Germany and 2% of all business schools worldwide. The prestigious AMBA accreditation represents innovation and excellence in education.

The Gisma Study Guarantee

The intuitive Gisma e-learning platform allows you to pursue the cthese from ythe home country and visit the Gisma campus at Potsdam virtually. This ensures the continuity of ythe academic life without any interruptions.

The cthese will be taught through streamed lectures in real-time along with complimentary teaching and e-learning package.

You will work on cases, reflect on readings, take part in discussions, and participate in group exercises and projects. Akin to the on-campus programmes, the online programmes also feature a variety of learning methods. These include student-centred pedagogy, project-based learning, collaborative learning and personalised coaching.

Students starting online will have the option to complete the programme on-campus in Germany seamlessly. 

Learn from the very best in the field

You can be confident that you will be learning from some of the most accomplished and industry-respected professionals. Our professors at Gisma University of Applied Sciences are experts in their respective fields, with a wealth of experience and knowledge. They have come from and worked with some of the world's largest and most prestigious companies, including Amazon, United Nations, Harvard, 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, KPMG, Boston Consulting Group, IBM, and Allianz.

Programme structure

International Business

• International Strategic Management
• International Marketing
• Global Supply Chain Management
• International Economics

Leadership, action and intercultural competencies

• Management of People in Cross Cultural Environments
• Behavioural Competencies in Virtual Teams
• Emotional Agility in International Business
• CEO Decision Making and Case Studies

Study abroad or Internship or Business Project

Innovation and Sustainability

• Innovation Management and Digital Transformation
• Project Management
• Finance and Risk Management
• CSR, Diversity and Ethics

Digital competencies

• Electives in Cloud Computing, Big Data and Cyber Security from Amazon, Alibaba and Co.

Scientific and Methods Competence

• Research Methods and Scientific Work
• Master Thesis

Your future career

The MSc International Business Management covers a broad range of international topics so that you’ll be perfectly equipped for your desired career path. This degree will help you advance your career in various fields such as finance, marketing, HR, and general business. 

Here are a few worthy career roles in the international business domain that might interest you.

• Business development manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €73,627
• External auditor; average salaries for the job usually range around €73,627
• Marketing manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €68,459
• Global sales manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €63,859
• International HR manager; average salaries for the job usually range around €84,747
• Global financial trader; average salaries for the job usually range around €72,6497

In addition, Gisma has a dedicated Career Centre which will help students fulfil their career goals through a variety of specialised services and establishes long-lasting relationships with alumni and employers.