International Business Administration European University Viadrina

This consecutive Master's degree programme is a more research-oriented Master of Science programme, which provides theoretical knowledge and, in particular, methodological skills enabling students to independently expand their scientific knowledge. Research methods and strategies play a central role in the course content. In this way, the Master's programme not only prepares students for a professional career, but also for an academic career.

The programme consists of modules and is offered in several different study options. The different study options allow the students to specialise according to their individual interests. The faculty has introduced five different tracks (areas of specialisation). The standard duration of study is four semesters. The programme comprises 120 ECTS credits (hereinafter referred to as credits). The indicative study plans provide examples of a sensible structure for the degree programme (see annexes to the study-specific regulations).

In line with the international orientation of the degree programme, students must complete a semester lasting at least three months at a foreign university in the second or third semester of their studies (study abroad).

International students with no knowledge of German receive integrated German language lessons at the Viadrina Language Centre and reach CEFR level B1 by the end of their studies.

The IBA Master's degree is offered in five alternative tracks: ATL, FACT, FINE, DSDS and M&M. For students who do not wish to specialise in any of these fields, the cross-sectional Master's programme (General Management) offers an alternative.

Accounting, Taxation & Law
The ATL track combines business, economics and law content and prepares students for these challenges. Whether group accounting & group auditing, taxation of mergers & acquisitions, or commercial and corporate law — the ATL track opens up excellent career prospects in diverse, attractive, and stable professional fields. The curriculum is supplemented by current and practice-relevant topics such as sustainability reporting, tax technology, and sustainable private and commercial law.

Finance, Accounting, Controlling & Taxation
The FACT track is aimed at students pursuing management positions at consulting firms, finance-oriented and capital market-oriented companies, or corporate controlling. The programme focuses on companies with an international orientation that are focused on Central and Eastern Europe.

Finance & International Economics
The FINE track aims to provide a holistic understanding of the common market and international trade, international financial markets, and European and international economic policy, especially monetary policy. Special attention is given to issues of European integration, European and international environmental and energy policy, international tax competition, and competition between social systems and their coordination in the EU.

Management & Marketing
The M&M track teaches the latest state of the theoretical discussion in the fields of management and marketing. It provides the participants with the necessary orientation that they will need in order to actively take part in shaping the changes driven by the globalisation of markets. 

Data Science & Decision Support
Data is important for managing businesses at all levels and creating value for customers. However, humans are unable to oversee the vast amounts of data available, and it is becoming increasingly impossible to draw conclusions without the help of powerful tools. DSDS is the right track for students who wish to understand data models and artificial intelligence algorithms in order to make informed business decisions.

Universidad Católica de Cordoba (Argentina)
University of Vaasa  (Finland)
NEOMA Business School, Reims (France)
University of Macerata (Italy)
SGH Warsaw School of Economics (Poland)

The Career Centre supports you in finding and organising both study-related mandatory internships and voluntary internships. It provides tips and information during your search and application process and advises you on planning and legal matters.

Application for admission to the Master of International Business Administration requires a successfully completed Bachelor's degree in the fields of business administration and/or economics. Please note that the programme is a consecutive Master of Science programme and not a non-consecutive MBA. For further details regarding the requirements for each study option as well as language requirements, please visit our website.

Besides a Bachelor's degree in the fields of business administration and/or economics, admission into the Master's programme generally requires a minimum of 30 ECTS credits in mathematics, statistics, business informatics, microeconomics or macroeconomics.

Forms to be submitted:

• All applicants are required to submit a track-specific form, provided by the Approval Committee, as proof of the required academic achievements with their application.
• certified photocopy of the graduation certificate including transcript of records
• translation of the graduation certificate
• a functioning e-mail address (important)
• proof of language skills / C1 level
• a (certified) copy of your passport, which clearly shows your name, date of birth and place of birth

To take courses in the ATL, M&M, FACT, and FINE tracks, you must additionally demonstrate German language skills at a C1 level. Please provide an official language certificate, e.g.:

• Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH): DSH-3
• Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz (DSD): DSD II
• Goethe-Zertifikat: Goethe-Zertifikat C2: Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom
• TestDaF: TDN 4
• telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule: Passed

Each semester, each student has to pay a semester contribution. It is composed of a social service contribution and a student contribution and is collected for the following purposes:

• social service contribution
• student body fee
• registration fee
• free ticket for public transport (mandatory)
• student ID / chip card (paid only once)

The semester contribution is currently approx. 380 EUR.

Depending on which type of accommodation one chooses, monthly rent is usually around 300 EUR. In addition, monthly food and living expenses generally come to about 250 EUR. In total, one needs about 750 EUR each month to live comfortably.

The semester contribution includes a ticket for public transport within Germany (high-speed trains not included).

At present, it is possible to find an acceptable and well-paid job in Frankfurt (Oder) or in Berlin, which can be reached within one hour. Thanks to the semester ticket, the trip to Berlin and public transport within Berlin is free of charge for students at the European University Viadrina. Most of the big players in the consulting business such as KPMG, PwC, Ernst & Young, BCG and McKinsey as well as DAX companies such as Daimler, BMW and Siemens are represented in Berlin. Recently, the German capital was also recognised as one of the world's most important cities for start-up and Internet businesses such as eBay, Groupon, PayPal, and Zalando. Tesla recently built the largest car production hall in Germany near Frankfurt (Oder).

There are also students jobs available at the European University Viadrina.

The European University Viadrina has developed special financial support programmes for international students. Recipients receive approx. 150 EUR and do not need to pay part of the administration fees.

The Career Centre at the European University Viadrina helps students to get acquainted with all the requirements for their future professional life.

Our team supports the students by:

• Giving advice on jobs, internships and/or applications
• Keeping in touch with employers
• Publishing job offers as well as internship opportunities
• Organising workshops which provide our students with important skills for their studies and their future careers
• Supporting internships abroad with Erasmus+ or PROMOS funding

The European University Viadrina offers very good and affordable student accommodation in single room apartments or apartments with two to five rooms. Prices vary between 200 and 350 EUR. All prices include a broadband Internet connection, electricity and warm water. Student residences are furnished. Each tenant has access to a common kitchen, which is well-equipped. Lockable refrigerators, washing machines and dryers are provided by the student service as well.

Study Europe. Experience the World. Shape Society.
At the Viadrina, you will study individually and receive personal support at the interface between Eastern and Western Europe. Here, you will study in small groups and engage directly with your lecturers. Our hands-on degree programmes in the fields of culture, law, economics and digital transformation offer you a pan-European perspective. This will enable you to acquire unique expertise to shape the society of tomorrow.

Pan-European perspective
A cross-border campus at the interface between Western and Eastern Europe: here you can study future European challenges relating to digital transformation, culture, law and economics.

Study individually
Personal support from the start of your studies to your graduation, manageable study groups, individual focus: we offer you the ideal conditions for success in your studies.

International network
Everyday student life with people from more than 100 countries, stays abroad, worldwide double degrees and foreign language courses: with us, you can build your international, individual and professional network during your studies.

Committed community
Short distances, direct contact, participation and commitment: join our strong community. Numerous initiatives and projects are waiting for you, allowing you to help shape the university and our twin city Frankfurt (Oder)-Słubice.

Focus on society
Hands-on relevance and project-oriented teaching: with us, you will learn to tackle complex social challenges and contribute to shaping a successful future.