Location
Frankfurt am Main
Study model
conducted on-campus
Duration
4 semester including thesis
Credit Points
120 ECTS
Total fee
€ 23,850 (including examination fee and immatriculation fee)
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International Business Management
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
International Business Marketing (M.Sc.)
Your career prospects
You can take on the following jobs:
- International Business Development Manager
- Corporate Finance Manager
- Financial Consultant
- Investment Manager
- Digital Finance Manager
- Management Consultant
- Business Analyst
- Risk Manager
Semester Overview
Study programme
Finance & Global Markets (6 CP)
Capital Markets and International Financial Systems
Investor Relations Management
Working Capital Management
Risk Management and Hedging
Sustainability in Finance
Business Planning (6 CP)
Product/company life cycle
Management as a process
Business simulation
Research Methods (6 CP)
Formulation of the research question
Methodology
Theoretical framework
Contribition to the research
Intercultural Training (6 CP)
Basic Principles of the Theory of Culture
Rules of Intercultural Communication
Socio-cultural, Religious and Business Issues
Working in Intercultural Teams
German (6 CP)
Introducing Yourself
Orientation, Asking Questions
Countries and Languages, Living in Germany
Times of the Day, Describing Daily Routines
Digital Finance (6 CP)
Digital Transformation: AI, Big Data, DLT, Decentralised Finance, Blockchain, etc.
Global perspectives and comparison of fintech ecosystems
Macroeconomic impacts of the digital transformation of finance
Financing, investment, and valuation of digital business models
Cybersecurity, risk management, and operational challenges
Strategic & Digital Management (6 CP)
Strategic Management Process and Analysis
Vision, mission concepts
Macro and micro environmental analysis
Strategic management instruments and tools
Theoretical approaches
Trends & Megatrends (6 CP)
Concept of megatrends
Derivation of trends and subtrends
Digital and technological trends
International Market Management & Psychology (6 CP)
Global market environment
International market expansion strategies
International strategic management process for global operations
International marketing management
Corporate social responsibility as an important element for international market management
Accounting Policy & Balance Sheet Analysis (6 CP)
Financial statement analysis
Performance and position assessment
Key figures and value-based management
Advanced analysis methods: consolidated statements, insolvency forecasting and modern analytical techniques
Accounting policy: forms, instruments, discretionary scope and strategic use of reporting options
Fin Tech & AI (6 CP)
Introduction to Financial Technology
Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology
Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics
Cloud Computing and APIs
Leadership & Sustainability (6 CP)
Basic Terms and Principles of Leadership
Leadership Theories, Styles, Techniques and Instruments
Concept and Principles of Sustainability
Development of a normative Framework (“Mission Statement”), with Consideration of Sustainability
International Trade Policy & Geopolitics (6 CP)
Advanced International Trade Theories
Classical Trade Policy Instruments
Global Governance and Economic
Integration
Open Economies
Global Value Chains, Currency Risk and Resillience Strategies
Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics in Finance (5 CP)
Introduction to AI and Data Analytics
AI Use Cases in Finance
Model Evaluation and Strategic Integration
Future Trends in AI and Finance
Applied Project I: Master's Thesis Pitch (6 CP)
Develop a research proposal pitch presentation that must cover at least the following aspects:
Presentation and derivation of the research question, hypotheses and the objective of the thesis
Explanation of the methodological approach used to answer the research question and to achieve the research objective
Overview of the state-of-the-art scientific literature relevant to the problem and identification of the existing research gap
Table of contents of the thesis
anticipated outcomes of the thesis’ research and their possible practical Business value(s)
Timetable
Master's Thesis (19 CP)
Written thesis
Documented milestone meeting
Defence(6 CP)
Oral Defence
Applied Project II: Finance (6 CP)
Research Problem Definition and Project Planning in Finance
Literature Review, Methodology and Evidence Generation
Analysis, Theory-Practice Transfer and Peer Review
Publication-Oriented Paper Development and Scientific Reflection
Subject to change.
- Modules_International_Business_Management.pdf
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- application/pdf
Full-time on Campus
How to study at FOM
In our Master’s degree programme “International Business Management” you will be expanding your academic knowledge, gaining specialist subject and methodological understanding and further broadening your decision-making and leadership skills. You study full-time on the campus in Frankfurt and you also have the opportunity to establish initial contacts with companies. During this time, you will have experienced, highly qualified professors and lecturers who will also provide you with individual support.
- Prerequisites & application
- Tuition fee
- Info material
What you need for admission
University degree (Diplom, Magister, Bachelor, Staatsexamen) with a share of at least 40 credit points in economics modules
or
a university degree (in any field) with at least 10 credit points in economics and relevant professional experience. Up to ten credit points may be recognised for each year of relevant professional experience, meaning that a maximum of three years of relevant professional experience is sufficient for admission. Admission is possible through a combination of credit points earned in economic modules and relevant professional experience.
or
Successfully completed written entrance examination that covers the required subject-specific topics
3 Steps to FOM University
How to Apply
Register your personal data and educational background in the application form.
Please always enter your full name as it is mentioned in your passport. If you do not have a last name, please enter "-".
For the registration, you need the following documents:
- Authenticated copy of general university entrance qualification certificate and school-leaving certificate or high school diploma
- Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of sufficient English language skills (at least B2 proficiency level – for details check the admission requirements)
- Scan of passport
- If applicable, details of any previous university credits or academic achievements
All documents have to be translated in German or English. If your original document is written in another language, your documents have to be translated by a certified translator. Please then send a certified copy of the original and the certified translation while applying.
Please send all documents as PDFs and name the file as follows: Last name, first name_Study programme (e.g. Smith, Jane_Big Data and Business Analytics).
Note: Where can I get my documents certified?
- issuing institutions, e.g. schools, universities and language schools,
- the Ministry of Education in your home country,
- the German embassies and consulates,
- the cultural department of the embassy of the country from which the certificate originates,
the authorities and notaries who are authorised to carry out official certification in your home country.
Please send the filled out and signed application form as well as the mentioned documents in step 2 via email to incomings@fom.de
Please download the application form below.
- Application_Master_International_Business_Management.pdf
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- application/pdf
- Total fee:
€ 23,850 (including examination fee and immatriculation fee) - Fee structure:
1st instalment (Deposit fee): € 500 (has to be paid after receiving the invoice in order to secure the admission)
2nd instalment: € 13,900 (payable immediately upon receipt of invoice before the 1st semester)
3rd instalment: € 9,450 euro (payable before the third semester as scheduled therein)
Flyer
All information about the degree programme can be found here in a compact PDF document.
- Flyer_International_BusinessManagement.pdf
- 580 KB
- application/pdf
Facts about FOM
Internationally acknowledged degrees
Cooperations with over 10,000 companies
30 years of experience in academic teaching
International network with universities worldwide
Strong research competence
State-acknowledged and system-accredited
1,500 professors and lectures
45,000 students from 118 nations
More than 100,000 graduates
A degree from FOM is not just a qualification – it's your stepping stone to a successful career in Germany and beyond.
President of FOM University of Applied Sciences
