Bachelor International Business Management
Tio Business School
Key Information
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Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Languages
English, Dutch
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 - 4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 22,250 / per year *
Application deadline
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* Tuition fee EU (2-3 years)
Introduction
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Say you close a deal with an American company and explore your business opportunities in Asia: it’s all business as usual after your International Business Management studies. You will closely follow international trends and developments, operate at the highest level in the financial services industry and establish contacts worldwide.
Put your talents and expertise to use as a manager at a multinational, as a financial or other kind of consultant or as an independent entrepreneur.
The industry
The Netherlands is a true trading nation: we are in the top 10 worldwide when it comes to exporting goods and services. There is therefore a strong demand for internationally oriented business professionals. With commercial knowledge and good instincts for finance and e-business, you are sure to go far in this industry!
Best business study programme
For the eighth year in a row, this bachelor programme has taken top honours in the Higher Education Study Guide. Moreover, International Business Management has scored the highest marks of all business programmes in the National Student Survey eight times in recent years, and the Elsevier survey on ‘Best Study Programmes 2021’ awarded the programme a gold medal as well.
Associate degree
Do you want to earn an Associate degree in International Business Management? That too is possible!
Why do students choose International Business Management?
- Tio offers the option of accelerated studying: complete a bachelor’s degree in just three years.
- International trade creates many jobs and opportunities for well-educated young professionals. In the Netherlands alone, international trade accounts for more than 50% of the gross domestic product.
- When you complete this business degree, you will also be a specialist in finance. You will learn everything there is to know about stocks, bonds, futures and securities and about cash flows during a corporate takeover.
- You study at the Netherlands’ best business degree program. Five years in a row, since this program’s introduction, as elected by the Higher Education Guide.
- E-commerce is an important component of the International Business Management program because a lot of trading is done online and cross channeling is becoming increasingly popular.
- You will have many career opportunities available to you after completing this bachelor program.
- At Tio, you are not a number; there is a strong focus on personal development and supervision.
Admissions
Curriculum
Study Programme
This study programme focuses on international business and international management and entrepreneurship. Finance plays an important role as well.
You will also complete modules related to professional development and practice-oriented research You will attend inspiring masterclasses, go on an international study trip and make many choices for yourself. You can take one or two minors or do an internship with a world-famous company.
International experience
International experience is important, which is why you will complete at least one study component abroad. You can opt to do your (final) internship abroad or study at a partner university.
Modules
International business
You will develop your business skills and learn all about international business. Draw up a business plan for an international company, learn to trade on the stock exchange, work on your languages and learn how to make your company an international success.
- Cross-border sales
- International business landscape
- International leadership
- Taking your business abroad
- English
- Global HRM
- International career development
- French, Spanish or German
- Global marketing
- Trading
Management and entrepreneurship
You will immerse yourself in marketing, economics and entrepreneurship and develop your strategie insight. During the international study trip, you will gain a behind-the-scenes look at leading companies.
- Marketing
- General Economics
- Operations
- Entrepreneurship
- Digital marketing
- International strategic management
Finance
Learn what a financially healthy business looks like, how to recognise financial risks and how to capitalise on investment opportunities. And offering financial advice to others will be well within your comfort zone.
- lntroduction to finance & accounting
- Finance & accounting
- Management accounting
- Corporate finance
Professional and personal development
During your study programme, you will develop professionally and personally. For example, by working on your communication skills such as presenting, conversation techniques, storytelling and writing. You will also complete a module on intercultural communication and work on a personal development plan. As part of this, you will practise reflecting, giving feedback and learning to deal with stress, while also taking an in-depth look at time and project management.
Practice-oriented research
Through practice-oriented research you develop an investigative approach through which you improve your professional skills. You learn how to give advice, make recommendations and design a plan or product. You will also learn how to devise solutions together with others for challenges that arise in practice. What are the exact requirements? What information do you need? And how do you collect that input in a good way?
Bachelor's in 3 or 4 years | Associate degree in 2 years
Ambitious students have the opportunity to complete the bachelor's degree in just three years. You can also complete the bachelor's programme in four years. You can obtain the Associate degree in two years. If you start in January, it will take you six months longer to complete the programme, at no extra cost.
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Ideal Students
Is this bachelor program right for you?
Tio’s International Business Management bachelor program is based on the International Business (IB) program and places additional focus on finance and e-commerce. This means you will also feel right at home in the finance and online world after completing this bachelor program. Do you recognize yourself in the following description? Are you:
Competitive?
Do you have the will to score? You stay on top of international developments and are always one step ahead of the latest trends. You have contacts all over the world and use your knowledge as the manager of a multinational, as an independent entrepreneur or an adviser during a corporate takeover. Your winner mentality ensures your organization is successful.
Interested in trading on the stock exchange?
Do you want to know everything about bonds, shares, options, and futures? Step by step, you learn everything you need to know to take your first steps as an investor in the stock market. In the spirit of competition, the three students with the best results can win a sum of money during the Stocks & Bonds project.
Good with numbers and figures?
How is it that this week’s revenue figures are so much lower than last week’s? You could not help but notice the decline in the statistics. Does it have to do with the season or is there something more going on? The International Business Management bachelor’s degree teaches you to understand these numbers and take appropriate action.
Internationally oriented?
Would you like to work in an international environment? This bachelor program allows you to see more of the world! During the international study trip, you visit a partner university and international companies. You gain international professional experience during your (international) internships.
Entrepreneurial?
Do you see opportunities wherever you go? Would you like to start up your own business? This business program lets you get started right away. Together with your fellow students, you set up your own business and advise other organizations regarding their strategy and operations.
Interested in other cultures?
The world runs on trade and you want to be a player on the international stage. Even during your studies, you will, therefore, come into contact with different cultures during the study trip, your international internship(s) or when you study abroad. You will learn how to successfully do business in other countries.
In control?
Do you like to be in charge? Do you see yourself in a leadership position? During this bachelor program, your leadership skills are developed during the Management Skills course. Of course, you want to take charge of the various projects you work on. You might, for example, become the general manager of your student company.
Excellent in networking?
Are you good at meeting new people? That is an excellent quality because it allows you to build up your network in no time. That will certainly be valuable in your professional future!
Do you recognize yourself by these descriptions? Take a look at the curriculum for more information about this bachelor program or attend an open day to experience the atmosphere and meet students and lecturers.
Career Opportunities
After Graduation
A glimpse of your future
There are many roads open to you when you earn your International Business Management bachelor’s degree. What about working as a commercial advisor at ABN AMRO or a manager of marketing communication at the American Chamber of Commerce. You can also work as an account manager or marketing manager. Do you want to know more about your many options? Take a look at career opportunities and read interviews with alumni.
Do you want to continue your education after completing the International Business Management bachelor’s degree? This bachelor’s degree grants you access to many domestic and foreign master’s degrees.
Starting salary
The gross starting salary for recent IBMS graduates is around € 2,400 per month (Higher Education Guide 2019).
Employment opportunities
International trade makes up more than 30% of the GDP in the Netherlands alone. This results in a wealth of employment opportunities and excellent prospects for well-trained young professionals.
Successful in the business industry
The demand for highly educated managers with an international mindset is growing as a result of the ever-expanding global trade. The Netherlands is a true trade nation. It is in the top 10 in the world in terms of exporting goods and services (source: Statista). With professional knowledge and a good feeling for finance and e-business, you can also make it as an independent entrepreneur.
What can you do and where can you work?
What can you do once you complete the International Business Management bachelor program at Tio University of Applied Sciences?
Nearly every sector of the industry has a need for well-trained young professionals with excellent management skills. After earning this bachelor’s degree, you can, therefore, have your pick of many positions and areas of expertise.
Think of professions such as:
- Financial manager
- Account manager
- Sales manager
- Entrepreneur
- Marketing manager
- Consultant
- District manager
- Managing director
- Logistics manager
- Product manager
- Export manager
Where can you work? Examples include:
- Multinationals
- Banks
- Stock exchange
- Insurance companies
- SME
- Consultancy firms
- Advertising and communication agencies
- Telecom companies
- Retail organizations
- Government institutions
- Real estate companies
Q&A Sessions
During our monthly Q&A session our Admissions officer will answer any questions you may have about our admission requirements, the Dutch education system, and registering for our study programmes.