Highlights
Tuition fee
14580 EUR / year
11940 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
14580 EUR / year
11940 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
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Campus location
Köln, Germany
Campus location
Köln, Germany
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

At the International Business degree at CBS International Business School you study among peers from all over the world. Germany offers one of the most respected education systems worldwide and is known for its strong economy and career opportunities for international graduates. 

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Overview

Study International Business programme from CBS International Business School  means learning in small groups with professors who bring real business experience. Guest speakers from leading companies share insights and show how theory meets practice. In Business Project, you’ll apply your knowledge to real challenges and present your results to company representatives. 

With a semester abroad, you’ll gain international experience that goes far beyond the classroom. Studying in Cologne – one of Germany’s most vibrant business and cultural hubs – puts you right where global opportunities begin.

Career opportunities:

With a degree in International Business, a world of career opportunities awaits you. Graduates from CBS University of Applied Sciences work for renowned companies worldwide, excelling in fields such as consulting, marketing, and other exciting roles. Our alumni have successfully built careers in diverse industries, including the automotive sector, communications, internet industry, energy sector, and logistics.

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Thanks to CBS’s practical, hands-on approach, you will not only gain comprehensive business expertise but also develop essential future skills to thrive in dynamic and international work environments.

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Below, you’ll find top career opportunities your degree can unlock.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Financial Analysis
  • Global Management & Strategy
  • Operations & Supply Chain
  • Product Management, Competition Analysis & Pricing
  • Accounting, Managerial Account & Taxation
  • Digital Technology & AI

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

You can apply to CBS year-round, even before completing your high school diploma. To secure one of the limited study places, they recommend applying early.

Language

English
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83
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Köln, Germany

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
83
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Officially certified copy of your university entrance qualification

  • CV in tabular format

  • Valid visa (for international applicants only)

  • Proof of health insurance

  • Copy of an official photo ID

  • Proof of language proficiency (if required)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    14580 EUR / year
    ≈ 14580 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    11940 EUR / year
    ≈ 11940 EUR / year

Living costs

Köln

Germany
831 - 1291 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for International Business.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
The Deutschlandstipendium at German Universities
Merit-based

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German Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Gordon Hay Scholarship

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based

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The Smooth Movers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Government Scholarships Programme Oman

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Gilman-DAAD Germany Scholarships

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
480 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
SBW Berlin Scholarship
Need-based

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SBW Berlin
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
649 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship of the German National Academic Foundation
Merit-based

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Campus France
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available

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