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Master Programme in International Business

120 Credits, Programme, master's level
Companies and organizations increasingly request international business competencies. The Master program in International Business is a qualified education that opens up many opportunities to exciting jobs around the world.

If you want to work abroad or in a company with international contacts, this is the program for you. The program is given entirely in English and is open for international admission. It comprises two years of full-time studies (120 ECTS credits) and leads to a master's degree in business administration with a focus on international business.

Description

During the first semester, you will study courses specializing in international business and marketing. The second semester is reserved for elective courses. For example, you can choose to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe, or get practical experience by enrolling in a project course at a workplace of your choice. In year two, you will study three additional courses in international business and marketing, as well as a course in digital business. The last semester involves writing your master’s thesis, in which you delve further into a current issue in international business. Several of the courses in the program are conducted in cooperation with companies and organizations in order to provide a direct link to working life. Overall, the education will provide you with useful skills and abilities that are attractive among employers acting on international markets. With a master's degree, you are also eligible for postgraduate studies at the PhD level.

Labour market

Business across national borders has become more important for companies, organizations and authorities. Employers are increasingly looking for co-workers with knowledge in international issues. The many areas of work open to “traditional” business administrators are also open to you, such as marketing, project management, and business development.

Application
Master Programme in International Business
Luleå, Normal teaching, Autumn 2023

Startdatum 2023-08-28, w.35 2023
Luleå
Day-time, 100%
English
LTU-90930
2023-01-16
15
Entry requirements

Bachelors degree with a minimum of 180 ECTS, of which at least 60 ECTS in the area of business administration or a closely related area. Qualified professional experience of at least four (4) years at a managerial level including financial responsibility could be regarded as corresponding to business administration.

Good knowledge in English, equivalent to English 6

More information about English language requirements

Selection

The selection procedure is based on academic qualifications, quality and quantity aspects

Closed for application

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Maria Ek Styvén

Maria Ek Styvén, Professor and Head of Subject

Organisation: Industrial Marketing, Business Administration and Industrial Engineering, Department of Social Sciences, Technology and Arts
Phone: +46 (0)920 491501