International Business and Economics (IBE)

A bachelor's programme taught in English that introduces students to economics and business administration in an international context. It develops reasoning and analytical skills for understanding global business, public policy, markets, and economic decision-making.

Academic requirements

Applicants must provide a university entrance qualification that is recognised in Germany.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

English language skills on B2 level. The faculty's accepted proofs include TOEFL iBT 85, IELTS 6.5, Cambridge FCE grade B/C or grade A, GMAT 430, GRE verbal 145 plus quantitative 147, telc B2, PTE Academic 70, UNIcert II, 30 ECTS in English-language modules in the EHEA, and listed equivalent proofs.

German requirements

German skills are not required for this study programme.

Accepted bachelor fields

Recognized university entrance qualification for the German higher education system (for example Abitur or equivalent).

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

311.30 EUR (official OVGU semester fee for summer semester 2026).

ECTS credits

180

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 311.30 EUR (official OVGU semester fee for summer semester 2026).

Prepares graduates for managerial and entrepreneurial occupations within foreign or multinational companies, consultancy firms, banks and financial institutions, and international non-profit organisations.

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