International Business & Management – Track: European Business Programme (EBP) FH Münster University of Applied Sciences
- Duration
- 7 semesters
- Language of instruction
- GermanEnglish
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 31 May 2027 (winter semester)
- Language level required
- English: B2German: C1
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- BA
- Duration
- 7 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- Yes
- A Diploma supplement will be issued
- Yes
Language of instruction
- German
- English
EBP courses in Münster are held in German (80 %) and English (20 %). Courses at the partner universities are held in English, French or Spanish.
EBP courses in Münster for students from partner universities are elective courses that can be completed entirely in English. These students do not need to provide proof of language proficiency in German.
Programme description
Internationally-oriented business and management studies with intensive language instruction, EU studies, two study semesters abroad and a one-semester international internship
Programme structure
After a two- or four-semester course of study at FH Münster (depending on the partner university to which students will subsequently move), EBP students continue their studies abroad. The semester in which the internship takes place depends on the partner university.
Courses in Münster:
Semesters one and two– basic level:
- Management Processes
- Legal Frameworks and Accounting
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Economics
- Primary Business Processes
- Financial Business Administration
- First foreign language
- Second foreign language
- Finance and Management Accounting
Semesters three and four – intermediate level:
- Corporate Management
- Business Information Systems
- Commercial Law
- Taxes
- EU Studies
- Intermediate modules (optional compulsory)
- Intercultural Management
- International Economics
- Sustainability
- First foreign language
Semesters six and seven – specialisation level:
- Four specialisation modules (12 ECTS each) to be chosen from the following specialisations: marketing, finance, international management, entrepreneurship, sustainability, operations research and logistics, organisation and business information systems, personnel and education management, accounting/controlling, tax theory and auditing principles, and commercial law.
- Bachelor's thesis (6 ECTS)
Compulsory for incoming students:
- Intercultural Management & German Academia (6 ECTS)
- German Language Course (6 ECTS)
Students from Münster spend two semesters abroad.
Students from partner universities spend two semesters in Münster.
Upon successful completion of the course, students receive both a Bachelor of Arts degree from FH Münster and a corresponding degree from the partner university.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
In cooperation with
UK: University of Portsmouth; Ireland: Dublin Business School; Finland: Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences; France: Ecole de Management de Normandie, Université Grenoble Alpes, Rennes School of Business; Spain: Universidad Antonio de Nebrija in Madrid, Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera in Valencia; Poland: Cracow University of Economics; China: Xihua University in Chengdu
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- Language training provided
- Training in intercultural skills
- Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
- Content-related regional focus
Integrated internships
An internship of one semester is to be completed in the fourth semester or later. If possible, this internship is to be completed abroad. Internship arrangements for students from partner universities will vary.
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
31 May 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
For EBP students starting in Münster: A course entrance exam must be passed (assessment of particular educational background).
For students starting at a partner university: Applicants must have successfully completed the semesters at the home university as agreed.
Language requirements
German language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz (DSD)
|
Total: DSD II
|
Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH)
|
Total: DSH-2
|
TestDaF
|
Total: TDN 4
|
English language requirements
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
Approx. 300 EUR per semester
Cost of living
Approx. 900 EUR per month
Part-time employment
There are job opportunities in catering and in companies in programme-related fields (business administration).
Special promotion / funding of the programme
- DAADIntegrated International Degree Programme with Double Degree: Cooperation with China
- ERASMUS+
Living & services
Support for international students
- Welcome event
- Buddy programme
- Tutors
- Cultural and linguistic preparation
International students at Münster School of Business are supervised by the Office for International Studies, with the support of student buddies.
Course-specific language courses available
- English
- German
Career advisory services
Student Counselling and Information Centre: https://www.fh-muenster.de/de/studium/kontakt#section-1
Career Service: https://www.fh-muenster.de/de/studium/rund-ums-studium/nach-dem-studium#section-1
Accommodation
Contact
Münster School of Business
- Address
- Corrensstraße 25, 48149 Münster
- Phone
- +49 2518365530