Program Overview

International Communication Management

Introduction

The Master International Communication Management aims to bring you a practical and real-world focus to relevant theory and will make the connection between theory and practise. You will be thoroughly prepared to work in the communication field of your choice or enhance your current role in communications.

Reasons for Choosing This Master Programme

• You want to develop a managerial mindset and work in the field of communication.
• You will experience the unique skill of cross-cultural communication in practice.
• You want to broaden your views on new trends and methods of communication.
• You want to manage a communication department or an editorial office.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor degree
• Final transcript
• English level test score (IELTS minimum score of 6.0 on every sub score and an overall minimum score of 6.5; or equivalent test)
• 2 years relevant professional work experience in a field related to communications. Alternatively, you have two years of professional experience in other areas and wish to make a career change. In that case, please inform us, in your Motivation Statement, why you would like to enter the field of international communication management.
• Mandatory intake interview
• Motivation Statement
• Resumé / Curriculum Vitae

Your Investment

• Start date: September, 2025
• Lectures per week: 6 hour
• Self-study per week: 12-14 hours
• Study load per week: 18-20 hours
• Period of total study: 23 months
• Payment in one go: € 22.995
• Payment in terms: € 23.495
• Books: € 550 - € 750

Programme Content

Managing Corporate Communication

In today's business world, the future of organizations and their success in the marketplace to a great extent depend on how they are viewed and evaluated by their stakeholders, including shareholders and investors, customers and consumers, employees, and members of the community in which the organization operates.

Managing Cross-Cultural Communication

This module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the issues involved in cross-cultural communication in international business and management.

Managing Internal Communication

This course explores the strategic role and various types of internal communication in multinational organizations.

Managing Media Relations

Any organization needs to maintain a healthy and strategic relationship with the press and, to do so efficiently, must have Media Relations Managers who understand how journalism works and what journalists need.

Managing Crisis Communication

The course on crisis communications gives an overview of the communication issues before, during and after a crisis and aims to let participants reflect on the most effective strategies during these various phases.

Brand Management

The course focuses on crucial issues and developments that define the field of brand management today.

Managing Social Media

From digital advocacy to emerging algorithmic cultures, from hasty e-commerce transformations to digital disinformation campaigns, social media platforms are rapidly reorganizing societies.

Thesis Assignment

At the end of a master’s degree programme, students are expected to conduct an applied research project individually. This applied research project results in a master thesis, which will be defended orally in a final examination.

Upon Completion

• You receive the certificate of Master International Communication Management.
• You are allowed to use the accredited title Master of Arts.
• You can play a central role within your organisation when it comes to international communication management.
• You are a communication professional and able to give communication advice on strategic and managerial level.

Testimonials from Our Lecturers

Our lecturers make a quick introduction and tell you more about the degree programme and the classes that they teach.

Testimonials from Our Alumni

What lies in store after studying International Communication Management? Our former students tell us where they ended up and how they look back on their study years.

Practical Information

• Official Dutch name of degree programme: International Communication Management
• Official international name: International Communication Management
• Programme code (Isat): 70016
• Institution code (Brin): 27UM

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