MBA in International Business

Today’s successful professionals must demonstrate a varied skillset that can be adapted to the diverse and international nature of the global market. This major equips students with the tools to navigate a world with rapidly diminishing borders while fostering creative problem-solving skills and entrepreneurial thinking. In this program, students will develop a broad understanding of the global economic playing field through extensive case study research accompanied by a diverse range of topics that relate to international business, including: finance, law, media, communications and management.

Key Information

Duration: Three terms/one year (full time) or six terms/two years (part time)

Start dates: October, January & March

Number of credits: 90 ECTS

Learning Outcomes

International business graduates leave EU with a diverse skill set that will enable them to be effective leaders in a number of different business applications. Throughout the course, students will also:

• Gain a comprehensive vision of the way in which business works and develop strategies to react to change.
• Hone their problem-solving, analytical and evaluation skills.
• Complete marketing campaigns for different local and global sectors.
• Experiment with different techniques that help lead to desired outcomes and clearer decisions.

Career Options

The MBA with a major in international business gives students a comprehensive understanding and skill set in international business and management. Students may be interested in the following job positions. 

• International Sales Director
• International Business Analyst
• Global Business Administration Professional
• International Buyer

Areas of Work

The MBA with a major in international business gives students wide-ranging knowledge of the international business arena. Graduates of this degree may be interested in working in the following professional areas.

• International Sales
• International Management Consulting
• International Product Management
• International Project Management

Career Services

From career counseling and mentoring to advice on personal branding and networking, EU’s career services department is on hand to provide one-to-one careers coaching and access to a network of over 30,000+ alumni. In addition, the annual EU Talent Day and global alumni events are held to give students a platform on which to build strong business connections.

Top reasons to study at EU

International: Our student body comprises more than 100 nationalities, with 98% of students speaking two or more languages.

Small class sizes: Greater interaction between students and faculty guarantees heightened academic achievement.

All classes taught in English: Including assignments, lectures, exams and the final business plan.

Experiential learning: The case study method and a pragmatic approach are two of our most effective tools.

Outstanding faculty: Our team is composed of highly qualified academics, entrepreneurs, consultants and business leaders.

Ranked among the best: Programs within our network are consistently featured in the top tier of global and European rankings.

Building a business personality: We are committed to encouraging students to build the most valuable brand they can market: themselves.

About EU

EU Business School delivers an outstanding business education on its campuses located in vibrant, cosmopolitan cities as well as on our online campus. High-level academics, consultants, entrepreneurs and business leaders teach EU’s innovative business programs in English to a multicultural student body of 100+ nationalities. Immersed in real-world business environments through company visits and guest speaker events, among others, students gain privileged insights into how companies really work, giving them a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced business world.

Certified copy of bachelor's degree and transcripts
Proof of English level: TOEFL score 89 (internet-based), 233 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1; English native or equivalent.

Applicants must also meet one of the following:
A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
A satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE;
An interview with the academic dean.

Candidates who wish to apply for the state-recognized MBA degree from London Metropolitan University must have two years of professional work experience in addition to the requirements listed above.