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Bachelor of Science in International Business

Study International Business in a truly international environment. As an American university with campuses in the U.S. and Europe, you will learn interpersonal and cross-cultural skills necessary to navigate overseas trading.

 

Intake

May | September

Duration

40 months/ 4 years

Credits

120 American Credits, (equivalent to 240 ECTS)

Language

English

Campus

Madrid, Paris, Heidelberg, Tampa

 

  • Learn to navigate global legal systems while upholding ethical business practices. Understand how regulations impact cross-border operations.
  • Master the language of business through international accounting standards. Gain practical skills to track and interpret financial performance.
  • Explore how businesses make strategic financial decisions globally. Learn to manage investments, risks, and capital structures.
  • Build persuasive communication techniques for global settings. Develop negotiation strategies to succeed in multicultural environments.
  • Understand the flow of goods, services, and capital across borders. Analyze the impact of global markets, trade policies, and currency systems.
  • Learn how to launch and scale ventures in a global market. Discover innovative thinking, business modeling, and startup strategy to become an entrepreneur.
Aviso Importante: 
Este programa está pendiente de acreditación local en Heidelberg. Los estudiantes deben completar su primer año en Madrid o París.

Key Skills :

  • Leadership
  • Business Finance
  • Global Trends
  • Public Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Ethical Business Practices
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
A study plan showing Curriculum: General Education, Knowledge Area and Elective Courses

Schiller International University offers a meticulously crafted syllabus designed for our international business degree to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of global businesses.

In our Bachelor of Science in International Business, you will study General Education, specific knowledge from your area of study, and technical courses applied to your industry:

  • Critically analyze and apply foundational principles and theories about International Business.
  • Evaluate and focus on problem solving in business settings while integrating diversity, multicultural perspectives and ethical approaches to decision-making.
  • Research emerging issues facing countries or businesses in an international environment, such as political instability, trade policies, climate change, human rights, etc.
  • Improve cultural intelligence by developing communication and soft skills such as teamwork, cross-cultural communication abilities, public speaking, and multilingual skills.
  • Study ethical business best practices such as corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and fair-trade practices.
  • Develop skills in the latest technology tools and platforms that are necessary to compete in the international marketplace and adapt to rapidly changing technologies.
  • Acquire a global perspective, think globally and understand business across borders. They will learn about the global business environment and the impact of business operations.

Subject Credits
Behavioral Psychology and Wellbeing 3
English Composition 3
College Research and Writing 3
Public Speaking 3
Beginning Foreign Language I 3
Beginning Foreign Language II 3
Introduction to International Business 3
European Modern History 3
Global Perspectives on International Relations

3

Introduction to Big Data and Artificial Intelligence 3
College Mathematics 3
Science and Society 3

Subject Credits
Accounting I 3
Accounting II 3
Ethics and Law in International Business 3
International Marketing 3
Business Finance 3
Sustainable Development 3
Communication and Negotiation Skills 3
Statistics 3
Human Resources Management

3

Business Information Systems 3
Business Project Plan 3
Multinational Enterprise 3
International Business Policy 3
Entrepreneurship and New Ventures 3
Capstone Final Thesis/Project 3
Final Thesis/Project I 3
Final Thesis/Project II 3
Economic Theory 3
International Trade and Finance 3
Principles of Microeconomics 3
Principles of Macroeconomics 3
Cross-Cultural Communication 3
Applied Mathematics and Data Analysis 3
Fundamentals of Marketing 3
Organizational Psychology 3

Leadership and Decision-Making 3
Import-Export Operations 3
Select Topics in International Business 3
Sales Management and E-Commerce 3
Economic Geography 3
Resources and the Environment 3
Monetary Theory and Comparative Banking Systems 3
Economics of Developing Countries 3
Intermediate Foreign Language I 3
Intermediate Foreign Language II 3
Advanced Foreign Language I 3
Advanced Foreign Language II 2
Modern Diplomacy 3
Economic Theory 3
The European Union 3
Global Trends in International Relations 3

*The curriculum is subject to change. Each campus and program may have additional requirements and exceptions. An Additional UK Final Thesis is required if applying for a dual degree.

Discover Our Campuses

Our BSc in International Business is available at the following campuses

Move Between International Campuses

As an international student at Schiller, you have the opportunity to move between campuses in year 2. Study in Madrid, Paris, Heidelberg, or Tampa!

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Small Class Sizes

Get more personal attention with small class sizes designed for real interaction with professors.

Expert Industry Faculty

Learn from professors who are industry experts and have achieved and are currently active in the roles you're training for.

Always-On Academic Support

You’ll have academic support whenever you need it, so you’re never stuck or falling behind.

Student Clubs & Activities

Connect with other students through exciting clubs like language groups, leadership teams, and more.

Interactive Workshops

Get involved with hands-on workshops that help you apply what you learn in real-world scenarios.

Practical Learning

Solve real-world challenges as part of your education. Our practical learning model prepares you for what comes next — not just exams.

Graduate with a Dual Degree with Dublin Business School

European Accreditation

Earn both an American degree and a European degree accredited by DBS. This will not only give you visibility in both the European and U.S. job market but also provide global career opportunities.

Complete Your Fourth Year in Dublin

Study at any Schiller campus - Heidelberg, Madrid, Paris, or Tampa - for your first three years and then transfer to Dublin Business School for your final year.

Career Services

Benefit from a world-class career services team. DBS and Schiller will help you with personal branding, career planning, and networking in a virtual world.

Tech & Business Hub

Dublin is Europe’s beating heart for tech, business, and innovation and home to the European headquarters of Google, Meta, and Amazon.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

Fees

Scholarship

Scholarships available!

Discover all the scholarships you can apply for and choose the one that fits your situation!

At Schiller International University, we provide you with a full detailed list of available scholarships: Initial eligibility, Documentation requirements, Amount of the award, Continued eligibility requirements, and Eligibility for re-applying upon loss of an award. If you need additional information or personalized attention, contact us. We will be happy to help you.

Cost of the Bachelor of Science in International Business*

Tuition fees for European campuses

€ 15,400

Additional fee for University of Roehampton degree (European campuses)

€ 3,000

Tuition fees for the Tampa Campus

$ 17,100

Additional fee for University of Roehampton degree (Tampa campus)

$ 3,420

Tuition fees for Schiller Online (Distance Learning)

$ 8,550

*Price per average school year – 10 courses/months – 30 credits. The standard price, not including additional possible scholarships.

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Cost of Living

Please check the table below to find the estimate we have calculated for various expenses you could face while living in one of the four cities our campuses are located in. The price is estimated on a monthly basis.

. MADRID PARIS HEIDELBERG TAMPA
Housing € 750 € 950 € 770 $1,700
Food € 200 € 320 € 270 $ 400
Transportation € 20-50 € 40-84 € 35-82 $ 50-75
Telephone € 20 € 32 € 40 $ 45
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses € 200 € 300 € 220 $ 400

Books, Course Materials,

Supplies, & Equipment

€ 35 € 35 € 35 $ 37
TOTAL € 1,255 € 1,721 € 1,417 $ 2,657

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Accreditations

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