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LEARN HOW TO MANAGE GLOBAL OPERATIONS IN INTERNATIONAL MARKETS WITH OUR Master in International Business [MIB]

Our Master in International Business is designed to give you a deep understanding of the drivers of globalization, the process of internationalization, how the global economic environment influences firms’ competitive responses, and how the world is interconnected. This program prepares you to deal with the challenges of expanding a business into new global markets along with those of managing teams across cultures and continents.

 

  12 months
 
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  Available locations

  • Barcelona
  • Valencia
  • Sevilla
  • Zaragoza
  • Bilbao
  • Granada

  Language

English
 

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Where it is taught?

Master in International Business [MIB] in Barcelona

Our Master’s Degree in International Business in Barcelona is taught at ESIC Business & Marketing School campus in Barcelona. Our campus offers master's and postgraduate courses specialising in management, marketing, digital business, technology, international business and communication and advertising. Every year, ESIC Barcelona welcomes more than 700 national and international students who want to become the best version of themselves professionally.

Barcelona

ESIC Campus in Barcelona

Carrer de Marià Cubí, 124 | 08021 Barcelona
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Phone

93 414 44 44

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Intakes

Septiembre 2023

Master in International Business [MIB] in Valencia

ESIC Valencia offers master’s degrees and postgraduate courses specializing in business management, marketing, digital business, technology, international business, human resources and, of course, our Master’s in International Business in Valencia. Every year more than 1000 national and international students choose to study at our Valencia campus to train to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Valencia

ESIC Campus in Valencia

Av. de Blasco Ibáñez, 55 | 46021 Valencia
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Phone

96 361 48 11

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Intakes

Septiembre 2023

Master in International Business [MIB] in Sevilla

Parque Científico y Tecnológico Cartuja (PTC), our classrooms have more than 25 years of history. A space of innovation where you can study master's or postgraduate programs in a technological and cutting-edge environment, so that you can prepare yourself for the challenges of a changing and highly competitive environment.

Sevilla

ESIC Campus in Sevilla

Avda Carlos III, s/n, Isla de La Cartuja | 41092 Sevilla
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Phone

95 446 00 03

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Intakes

Septiembre 2023

Master in International Business [MIB] in Zaragoza

Our Master’s Degree in International Business is taught at our Zaragoza campus. The postgraduate training area includes specialized master's and postgraduate courses in business management, marketing, digital business, technology, international business, and communication and advertising. At our Zaragoza campus we welcome more than 300 students each year, so that they can learn the most demanded skills in the business world.

Zaragoza

ESIC Campus in Zaragoza

Vía Ibérica, 28 | 50012 Zaragoza
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Phone

976 35 07 14

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Master in International Business [MIB] in Bilbao

ESIC Bilbao is located in the Green Building of the Bilbao Chamber of Commerce. The collaboration between the two institutions means that our Master´s Degree in International Business in Bilbao is taught in hybrid classrooms fully equipped with state-of-the-art technical and audiovisual resources.

Bilbao

ESIC Campus in Bilbao

Alameda de Recalde, 50 | 48008 Bilbao
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Phone

94 470 24 86

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Intakes

Septiembre 2023

Master in International Business [MIB] in Granada

Since 2003 there has been a collaboration between ESIC and the Escuela Internacional de Gerencia de Granada (EIG) to implement ESIC's master’s degree programs, including the Master´s in International Business. The building is 100% sustainable, focusing on energy saving to be a green and responsible construction.

Granada

ESIC Campus in Granada

C/Periodista Eduardo Molina Fajardo, 38 | 18014 Granada
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Phone

958 22 29 14

Modality: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Language: English

Intakes

Septiembre 2023

¿Por qué estudiar?

WHY STUDY INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS?

Currently, world business today requires working across countries and cultures, and it is a necessity for most firms today to have people with the skills and knowledge that allow them to compete globally. This fact opens doors for many potential students for international business, thanks to the growing need for people with the know-how for operating on a global scale:

Why in ESIC?

At ESIC we know that the best way to learn is by doing. Therefore, our programme is designed based on tools, workshops, real cases and the use of licences so that you can access the labour market with the best possible preparation. Our MIB stands out for:

Rankings

We are proud of the national and international recognition of our programs. We are even prouder of the people who make ESIC one of the best institutions in the world. The quality of the teaching staff, employers and, above all, our students’ and alumni’s desire to excel, make ESIC and our Master in International Trade & Business stand out with the following recognitions:

STUDENT’S PROFILE, WHO IS THIS MASTER FOR?

The MIB is specifically designed for professionals and graduates who, while coming from different backgrounds, have the common goal of developing their competencies in the international arena. Whether you are a seasoned manager who wants to expand personal capacities in the globalized world, or an entrepreneur that considers that acquiring expertise and knowledge in the international market will clear the path for future opportunities, the MIB strives to deliver the best in its class content for anyone interested in learning how to succeed in international business.

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Objectives Master in International Business [MIB]

1

You will acquire the perspective on the nature of foreign trade, competitiveness and you’ll obtain the competencies to evaluate the complexity of the global business environment by mastering analytical tools for solid decision-making processes.

2

You will be able to develop advanced skills in managing new business models in global scenarios, and understanding the entire supply chain, from complex financial situations to SCM management.

3

You will be able to broaden and shape the capabilities and resources of business managers in the global business environment, providing them with the knowledge and skills demanded by modern international business organizations.

4

You will be prepared to face and learn how to solve complex situations in a systematic fashion in volatile and global scenarios.

5

You will adapt and properly operate in any business environment, or international context.

ACADEMIC STRUCTURE

Our master´s degree covers several strategic, tactical, and operational concepts used in streamlining global trade. Within the program, we focus on understanding when and how these concepts are applied, as well as on optimization methods for their adequate development.

In this module, you will learn to develop a strategic vision for ethical and sustainable decision-making related to where and how to compete, who is the target consumer or supplier, what business model we want to implement, and how we want to position ourselves to capture and generate value for the share and stakeholders and for the society. All this is based on innovation, methodologies, and practical strategic tools, the knowledge and use of data, and lastly, a clear focus on the sustainability and profitability of the chosen approach:   

  • Business strategy
  • Business ethics and sustainability 
  • Innovation and entrepreneurship
  • World economics
  • Digital Transformation
  • The SME Internationalization

Within the finance module, you will be able to understand the basic finances, the P&L, and the balance sheet importance, the financial sources, the payment methods on international markets, and the financial risks to name a few. The unit delivers a holistic perspective of the financial management of the international trade.

  • Finance for managers
  • International finances
  • International banking and risk management

In this module, you will learn to identify, create and implement the necessary plans to generate value derived from the strategy defined in the first module. You will start with the definition of international marketing and commercial plans, the forecast of demand, and the quantification of commercial objectives in a particular selected market, which will be supported in the decisions and plans about products, services, prices, customer experience, channels, communication, and actions to generate this demand. 

  • International Marketing
  • International Market Selection
  • Developed and emerging countries’ strategy
  • Cross-cultural negotiation

For a better professional development or to be able to grow to reach management positions, it is essential that you acquire a series of that ultimately determine the best candidate in a selection process or internal promotions. These skills are today the most sought after by companies regardless of their size and the sector in which they are located.

All the subjects and workshops within this module are taught throughout the entire program so that you can put into practice the skills that are developed with your classmates, teachers, or in your company.

  • Communication and leadership
  • Negotiation skills
  • Critical thinking

Once we have defined our strategy and the market, it is time to put it into practice and move into an operational stage that allows us to comfortably operate with other stakeholders, like suppliers or customers in terms of contract preparations, terms of sale, Incoterms®, logistics conditions or relevant paperwork to name a few. In other words, operations and the management of this discipline is the area of business concerned with the delivery of the value the company promised and compromised to their customers and encompasses many activities.

  • International Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Global Supply Chain

*Academic Structure subject to change. All programs are FACE-TO-FACE but Business Reality Webinars may be held outside of class hours.

PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES

Throughout the master's degree, students will work in groups on four practical cases that encompass real situations that involve various subjects on the agenda. Students must carry out a diagnostic phase to then make decisions based on the challenge posed by the teachers. The evaluation of these cases will be carried out by delivering a document and defending it in front of the teacher.

TEACHING METHOD 

TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNING BY ESIC

TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNING BY ESIC

It is an innovative training ecosystem that helps you to deploy your talent to the maximum and thus develop professionally and personally. On your journey of personal transformation, you will interact with five pillars of support, which will underpin your learning experience: 

  • Business reality, brought into the classroom through case studies and practical activities.
  • The Soft Skills that are fundamental for your personal and professional development.
  • An expert teaching and business faculty.
  • A heterogeneous community of national and international students.
  • All the different areas and services that ESIC puts at your disposal.

 

 

The Transformative Learning teaching method helps you by implementing innovative active learning methodologies where the teacher puts you at the centre of the learning process and guides you towards academic excellence. The aim is for you to acquire skills through the practical application of knowledge and tools.

The resources you will have at your disposal are:

  •   Asynchronous support materials, videos, readings, etc.
  •   Self-assessment.
  •   Tutored application and feedback.
  •   Practical and experiential activities.
  •   Assessment system that combines demonstration of individual and group achievements.
  •   Tutored final project.

FACULTY AND GUEST SPEAKERS

Francisco González López

Francisco González López

Programme Director

MBA, ESSEM. Master in Marketing and Commercial Management, ESSEM. Degree in Economics, UAM. Diploma in Marketing and Commercial Management, ESSEM. Currently: Director Master MITB (International Trade and Business) & MIB (International Business). Previously: General Manager, Combiberia, S.A. Business Development Manager, SEUR.

*Faculty and guest speakers are subject to change.

Employability

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 

At ESIC we provide rigorous training, and its design reflects the view that offers the best training for students who want to pursue careers in the international business environment, delivering comprehensive preparation in all aspects as theoretical modeling, quantitative and empirical analysis.

Within this ecosystem, you are in the position to decide whether to pursue your own path in an entrepreneurship venture or find a position in a private international organization, government agencies, central banks, financial institutions, research, and consulting firms, trading companies, manufacturers, logistics and transport firms, export & import business, or NGOs:

  • International consultant
  • International marketing director and manager
  • Export or import manager
  • International purchasing director and manager
  • Business development 
  • International trade specialist
  • Logistics operations specialist
  • Export credit risks manager
  • Sales manager
  • Sales director

WHERE DO OUR STUDENTS WORK?

UDP – PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNIT 

UDP

ESIC's Professional Development Unit is made up of a team of professionals dedicated to promoting your professional career, whether you are studying in the classroom or as an Alumni. You can count on the UDP if you need to enter the world of work, as they have their own employment site, although they also collaborate with international sites, fairs and career events.

With almost 4,000 work placement offers and more than 2,000 job offers, the UDP has an overall employability rate of 95% for students in the Marketing and Sales area and 100% in the communication area, among others.

INTERNSHIP AND COLLABORATING COMPANIES 

In the master's degree program, you will be in constant contact with working professionals from pioneering companies, either through workshops or interventions in the program. In addition, if you are looking to complete your training with internships, ESIC offers the possibility of contacting top companies in the sector. Among them we highlight:

BUSINESS STUDY TOUR OPTIONAL

As a MIB student, you will have the opportunity to take part in an optional Business Study Tour at Stellenbosch Business School (Bellville, South Africa), a world-class education with 55+ years of experience training responsible leaders. It is the first school from an African university to receive the Triple Crown of international accreditations –AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA.

During this BST, you will be able to immerse in a truly dynamic environment with a unique cross-cultural experience in a country that is one of the main gateways to Africa, in the most business-driven environment in the entire continent.

*If for any reason beyond our control, this destination is not available, we will do our best to offer a suitable alternative. The execution of this BST is subject to a minimum of 15 students. Places subject to availability. BST delivered 100% in English. Program subject to additional costs.

ESIC IN FIGURES

In ESIC we also talk about figures, and these are what define us:

OUR STUDENTS

ESIC ACCREDITATIONS

More than 55 years of history means that we have institutional agreements and collaborations that recognise our quality as a business school. These are our accreditations:

ADMISSION PROCESS

We accompany you throughout the whole process, guiding and advising you so that you choose the best option for your professional career. These are the steps to follow:

1 APPLICATION

  1. You request information through our form.
  2. An advisor will contact you in the following 24-48 hours.
  3. You have a first contact call and a consultancy meeting is convened for questions and doubts.
  4. You have a second call where all your doubts are solved, and you are guided in everything you need. 

2 DOCUMENTATION

  1. If the programme meets your needs, you proceed to apply. 
  2. Prepare the necessary documentation (such as university degree or certificates). 
  3. Conduct a personal and professional essay.
  4. You hand in all documentation.

3 INTERVIEW

  1. Once the documentation is approved, you are scheduled for an interview with the program director. 
  2. At this interview, you will be able to discuss any specifics you want to know about the program, as well as any questions you may have. 

4 ENROLMENT

  1. After the interview, your advisor will contact you within 24-48 hours to notify you if you have been accepted into the program.
  2. Once you have been accepted, you have about 5 days to formalise your enrolment.
  3. Once the enrolment is complete, you will be given all your access (virtual classroom, e-mail...).
  4. Of course, our last step is always to congratulate you and to wish you the best for your studies.

TUITION AND FEES

The information request, as well as your application is completely free. Once you have been accepted, you have a deadline to make the registration payment (1,500 euros). This amount will be deducted from the final price of the program.

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN barcelona

Final price intake : 09/2023 € 16.900

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN valencia

Final price intake : 09/2023 € 16.900

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN sevilla

Final price intake : 09/2023 € 14.500

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN zaragoza

Final price: To be confirm

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN bilbao

Final price intake : 09/2023 € 14.500

PRICE OF Master in International Business [MIB] IN granada

Final price intake : 09/2023 € 14.500

inversion SCHOLARSHIPS AND STUDY GRANTS

We do not want economic issues to be an obstacle for you to reach your objectives and ensure a training with a future. Therefore, we present you with a wide range of possibilities that will help you in this sense, both the Scholarship Plan that we have developed at ESIC, as well as those that are available to you from different public and private organisations. The scholarships and grants available are as follows:

  • • In-house scholarships
  • • National scholarships
  • • International scholarships
  • • Mobility grants for international internships
  • • Insurance and financial aid
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inversion FINANCING

ESIC has financing agreements with certain banks with preferential conditions for students enrolled in any of the school's programs. The specific rules and conditions of each of these agreements can be found in the Secretary's Office. ESIC helps you with the financing of your degree.

If you live outside one of the cities where ESIC has a campus and you are looking for accommodation, we recommend a series of companies and residences dedicated to student accommodation. Find the one that best suits your needs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Study grants will be communicated to you during the selection process. Our grants are adapted to each profile and date of enrolment. In addition, you can find out about the grants that ESIC offers as well as those offered by other public and private organisations.

Yes, there is a percentage of compulsory attendance in the face-to-face masters. However, you may have a small percentage of unjustified absences.

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