International Business Studies

The International Business Studies programme covers seven semesters. The first three semesters comprise the basic phase. Students gain various core competencies through compulsory modules. These include: business and economic competencies, methodical/analytical competencies, and cultural, social, and language competencies. The fourth semester is the international phase. Students work for at least 20 weeks at an international organisation or company in a country that is not the country where they received their university entrance qualification. They integrate theoretical knowledge with practical experience by solving actual problems. Thus, they gain new practical experiences and deeper insight into their desired specialisation. During semesters five and six, students have several options, and they can choose from four foci: sustainability management, international economics & emerging markets, digital business management, and business psychology. The following options can be chosen: Option A: Students study two foci and choose two further electives. Option B: Students study at a partner university for two semesters. Option C: Students study at a partner university for one semester and choose from the modules offered at Jade UAS in the second semester (plus one elective). Option D: Students flexibly combine any modules. During semester seven, there are again two options: Option I: Students complete an internship that is at least 10 weeks long. Option II: Students choose three modules from the foci or elective courses. In addition, the students complete their profile by writing the Bachelor's thesis. The thesis can be done in collaboration with an organisation or company. After successfully passing the colloquium, graduates will be awarded the academic degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA).