The International Business Administration program covers all the essential areas of business and management with an international outlook. Students will develop strategic and practical perspectives on value creation in a globalized, culturally diverse, and technology-driven world. Topics that are emphasized include the management of international firms, the integration of information technology in all business areas, and the influence of the economic and cultural context on business activities. The program covers all essential areas of international business and management, combining theoretical knowledge, practical application, and scientific methods.
Career Perspectives
With its clear focus on the management of firms in international business activities, students acquire solid labor-market qualifications for careers in a broad range of businesses, especially international and internationalizing firms. In the last years, our graduates obtained internships and positions in a variety of leading companies, including Bosch, Deloitte, or KPMG.
The I.B.A. program has taken our graduates onto a rich diversity of career paths. The academic rigor of the program prepares students for highly ranked graduate programs, such as IE Madrid or the University of Amsterdam.
Due to their experience working and living with students from more than 120 countries on Jacobs University’s international campus, IBA graduates are well prepared to take on responsibility in intercultural work environments. What is more, The Jacobs Career Services Center offers students, amongst others, an exclusive internship program, individual career counseling, professional skills seminars, an online job portal, and employer networking during on-campus recruiting events.
Key Facts
Program Start Date 2021: last week of August (orientation week), the first week of September (classes)
Tuition: € 20,000 per academic year + € 8,000 living expenses
Scholarships: All applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships of up to € 15,000 per year.
Application Deadlines 2021: June 1 (global) and July 25 (for applicants who do not need a visa)
Duration: 3 years full-time
Financing Options: Each admitted candidate will receive an individual financial package.
C.H.E. Ranking
The BA programs in the Department of Economics and Management; International Business Administration (I.B.A.) and Global Economics and Management (G.E.M.) are among the strongest majors at Jacobs University. I.B.A. and G.E.M. directly address the economic, business, and social challenges of tomorrow.
C.H.E. Ranking 2020 The program achieved top results in the C.H.E. ranking 2020, especially in the category “ support at the beginning of studies”. The most detailed university ranking in the German-speaking region not only takes into account facts on the range of courses but also questions students themselves.