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For you?

How do international corporations, banks, UN bodies and multinationals make profits? How can an organization contribute to a truly global community? By taking the International Business (IB) degree you can make a difference to the world and earn a living. You’ll build strong foundations in economics, marketing, sales, finance and management. Lectures and workshops in the various modules will provide you with in-depth knowledge and experience working in a global team.

We call it business + impact. Break new ground in international business management in a classroom where fellow students and lecturers come from 40+ countries. Tap into our industry contacts who’ll prepare you to step into high-flying business management and consultant jobs as a ‘manager of change’. 

The IB programme will prepare you for a successful international business career. Anywhere in the world. You’ll build strong foundations in economics, marketing, sales, finance and management. Lectures and workshops in the various modules will provide you with in-depth knowledge and experience working in a global team. You’ll get to put knowledge into action during a semester-long internship at an international company. 

Admission requirements

Degree programme in figures

60

credits per year

14-18

hours of lectures per week

10

hours of projects per week

10-12

hours of independent study per week

Programme content

What will you study each year?

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4

Career perspective

What will you become?

  • Investment advisor

  • Junior financial analyst

  • Financial consultant

  • Client reporting specialist

  • Marketing manager

  • Junior associate

  • Assistant accountant

  • Corporate communications manager

  • Regional financial analyst

Continue studying

There’s no need to stop your studies after graduation. Thuas Pro offers a few post graduate courses that complement the IB curriculum, such as its Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Financial Management and Control and Master in International Communication Management

Specialization
We offer courses in accounting, but you’ll need a master in accounting after your bachelor to become a certified accountant. There are several options at other universities, both in and outside the Netherlands. 

Practical information

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