Program Overview

Introduction to International Business Administration

The International Business Administration programme is a Bachelor's programme that familiarises students with business theories while helping them develop their business skills and analytical thinking. It covers key business disciplines like finance, staffing, purchasing, development, strategy, and marketing, all in the context of cross-border business and multinational corporations.

Programme Details

• The programme is taught entirely in English.
• It is not a technical programme, and mathematics at pre-university high school level should be sufficient.
• The main focus on mathematics is on statistics, particularly in quantitative research skills.
• About 150 students enter the programme every year.

Admission Requirements

• To find out more about the admission requirements, please refer to the admissions page.
• A high level of English proficiency is required (CEFR, B2/C1 level; IELTS minimum 6.0, or equivalent).

Programme Structure and Teaching Methods

• The programme primarily consists of projects, lectures, tutorials, and independent study.
• The Twente Educational Model integrates project-based education with other teaching methods in full-time, thematic modules.
• Most subjects involve a written exam (either multiple choice or open questions), with some subjects also assessed based on an oral examination or a paper.

Career Prospects

• University of Twente graduates enter the job market with excellent international career prospects.
• Career paths could begin in various sectors and disciplines, such as finance, marketing, procurement, or HRM, depending on specialization.
• Graduates may attain leadership or strategic positions over time or start their own businesses.

Student Support and Activities

• The University of Twente is committed to providing solid academic support during the Bachelor's programme.
• Students have at least two meetings with a study advisor during the first year.
• There are many student associations, including international ones, which provide opportunities for students to get to know each other.
• The study association for the International Business Administration programme is STRESS, which supports students through education-related activities, career orientation, and informal activities.

Accommodation and Living

• Enschede is a student city with a range of student housing options both on and off the UT campus.
• International students can find furnished accommodation with the help of the University of Twente's International Office.
• The cost of living in Enschede can be found on the International Office's website.

Master's Programme

• The Master's in Business Administration takes one year to complete.
• Most Bachelor's graduates opt to continue their studies for one or two more years to specialise and obtain a Master's degree.

Additional Information

• The University of Twente offers honours programmes for excellent students.
• There are no scholarships offered by the University of Twente for Bachelor's programmes, but international students may apply for scholarships in their home country.
• Different deadlines apply for enrolment, depending on whether a visa is required to study at the University of Twente.