Are you interested in understanding the challenges international companies face, and how they deal with such challenges? Then this programme might just be what you are looking for.
The Bachelor's degree programme in International Business prepares you for a management position in an international environment. You will combine courses in Business Management with courses in Sociology, Psychology, Economics and Law.
The programme has an international focus and is about linking theories of management to the reality of international organizations that operate in various countries and cultures. In your third year, you will study abroad for a semester at one of over 200 exchange partners in 50 different countries. International Business in Groningen is challenging and fast-paced. You need to be hard-working, have a good command of English and be able to understand mathematical expressions, quantitative research methods and economics. Most importantly, however, you need to be deeply interested in the very broad range of issues that make doing business different from country to country. Learning from lecturers and fellow students of diverse nationalities is therefore essential.
Important to know: The BSc International Business is a fixed quota programme (numerus fixus) accepting only 550 students. The application deadline for September 2023 was 15 January 2023. If you have applied on time, please check the information about the selection procedure.
The International Business study in Groningen is multidisciplinary, I am learning about the fundamentals of business including finance operations, marketing and management. Working on project groups has helped me with my leadership skills, and how to think critically and communicate effectively. What I like the most is how diverse the programme is, with students from many different countries. Students come together to study, work and connect in the youngest and most vibrant student city in the Netherlands. (BSc International Business - Charlene Jaeger)
The International Business programme allows me to broaden my professional connections whilst interacting with people from all around the world. What I like most about the programme is how effectively students are being prepared for the corporate world. For example, we work in small-group tutorials and teams on designing new business products for companies. My advice for new students is to stay on top of their studies, as the first year is the most eventful.
(BSc International Business - student Bruno Alecchi)