Program Overview

Global Bachelor's in International Business Madrid

Overview

The Global Bachelor's in International Business is a four-year degree program that aims to equip students with the skills necessary to have successful careers leading organizations around the world or building their own business. The program is taught entirely in English and focuses on providing students with a hands-on approach and the opportunity to take part in internships at global businesses in Spain and other parts of the world.

Study Plan

The program consists of four years, with each year divided into two semesters. The study plan includes a range of subjects, such as:

• Economic Environment
• Fundamentals of International Business
• Communication Skills
• Mathematics
• Environments: Cultural, Political and Legal
• Geopolitics of Today's World
• Principles of Business Management
• Financial Accounting Analysis
• Introduction to Marketing
• Foreign Language Level I (German, Spanish, or French)

Internships

The program includes two compulsory internships, one in the third year and one in the fourth year. These internships provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field and make valuable connections in the business world.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Director, specialist, or manager of any department of a company or organization within a multinational company in any sector or activity
• Entrepreneur leading their own company or family business
• International, commercial, and economic relations expert at foreign trade organizations, firms, and consulting agencies
• Research or planning centers and institutions or Think Tanks
• World Bank, International Monetary Fund, Central European Bank, or private financial entities
• International business development and organizations

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• Pass the University Admissions test, in accordance with current legislation
• Pass the Access Tests for over 25 years and over 45 years
• Advanced Vocational Training, Advanced Vocational Training in Plastic Arts and Design, Advanced Vocational Training in Sports
• Diplomas, Graduates, Technical Engineers, Engineers, Architects
• Graduates of educational systems of Member States of the European Union and other countries with which international agreements have been signed, complying with the provisions of current regulations
• Students from other countries and those who do not have an international agreement signed, must have their degrees recognized and take the university test(s)
• Over 40 years who, without having a degree that allows them access to the university, accredit work or professional experience in relation to the Degree in International Business
• Minimum English level required: B2

Faculty

The program is taught by a team of experienced professors, including:

• Veronica Baena, Professor of Marketing
• Opeyemi Afolabi Femi Oladunni, Multidisciplinary researcher specializing in Business Development, Economic Development, and Global History
• Nelida Davila Spur, Professor in the area of Communication and Marketing
• Zaki Habib Gomez, University professor with experience in education, human rights, and academic coordination
• Francisco Javier García Fernández, Historian and specialist in postcolonial studies
• Hutan Hejazi Martinez, Scholar specializing in comparative cultural studies, politics, and society in the Middle East, and Islamic studies in Europe
• Ivan Hilliard, Professor in the Business Department, specializing in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), business ethics, and business administration
• Luis Fernando Gracia, Professor at the European University of Madrid, specializing in accounting and finance
• Philip Graeml, Professor at the Department of Economics, International Relations, and International Business
• Ayat Bakri, Lecturer in Economics and Finance
• Susana Bokobo, Lawyer with a background in finance and accounting
• Rafael Escalera Rivas, Industrial technical engineer and university professor
• Javier Fernandez Collantes, Professor in the field of languages and their teaching

Awards and Recognitions

The program has received several awards and recognitions, including:

• 5/5 QS Stars for excellence in teaching, economic development, online learning, global impact, employability, governance, social impact, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Top 5 universities in Spain, according to Times Higher Education
• 3rd private university in Madrid, according to CYD Ranking

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the difference between a business degree and an international business degree?
• What can I do with an international business degree?
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• What are the benefits of studying international business?