International Management

How to make international business organisations work? You need excellent data analysis and cross-cultural management skills, as well as global brand and project management competencies. This is what this management programme tries to give you.

MSc in International Management (ranked no. 8 in Eastern Europe!*) attracts a culturally diverse mix of international students. It is an ideal choice if you want to progress in your career from entry-level to a managerial position. Graduates go on to pursue a variety of successful careers in corporate organisations, or perform managerial roles in smaller and medium-sized organisations throughout the world.

*Eduniversal Master Ranking

Academic requirements:

International Management, Human Resource Management:

• first or second class Bachelor's degree in any field of study. 

Financial Management, Marketing Management:

• relevant first or second class Bachelor's degree. 

MBA in Data-Driven Management: 

• Bachelor's degree in any field of study,
• transcript with at least one module in mathematics or finance,
• CV,
• work reference of 3-5 years,
• motivation letter. 

Mature students not meeting the above requirements should contact us with their complete application documentation, which will be considered on an individual basis.

English skills:

MSc applicants are required to pass IBS’ own English Language Placement Test that consists of a 100 minute test and an Orientation Interview.

If the applicant has a certificate of

• The International English Language Testing System (IELTS, General) with a minimum overall score of 6.5 points 
• The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 90 in the iBT version
• Cambridge Certificate with a minimum score of 176 (C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency)
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum score of 58
• A C1 level English language certificate
• LCCI certificate with a minimum score of 60
• Previous studies in English

or if the applicant is 

• Native speaker of English (based on passport citizenship),

the applicant is not required to take the written test, only the Orientation Interview.

Knowledge & Understanding

Students upon graduation should be equipped with

• global economic and managerial issues as they relate to strategic decision making;
• contemporary issues related to the dynamics of international business, including the phenomenon of globalization;
• practical implications of international business theories regarding the external and internal operations of multinationals;
• appropriate techniques to deal with complex issues critical to the success of multinational firms

Disciplinary & Professional Skills

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

• To create an opportunity for students to enter line and staff management positions in companies and develop international managerial skills.
• To study, review and put into practice both the “tried and tested” techniques and the latest concepts in the field of international management.
• To develop critical awareness of the global business environment and the relevant tools required to make a business or organisation successful in an increasingly competitive world.
• To develop students’ ability to critically evaluate a range of management issues and offer viable solutions to problems.
• To provide students with an understanding of methods and techniques that they can effectively apply both in a multinational company setting and an SME environment.
• To develop international managers, skilled in interpersonal and cross-cultural communications, and equipped with up-to-date knowledge on international management.
• To create a global and strategic mindset and to develop sensitivity to learning from other cultures.
• To build an appreciation in students of the need to continuously develop skills and knowledge throughout their careers.