International Business and Management Studies
Economics
FULL TIME
2013 2014
International Business and Management Studies
IBMS is a broad management study programme in English, covering all aspects of international business and management.
provide the basis for applying the principles learned. You learn to think like a general manager rather than a marketer, accountant or finance expert. Next to English, you also study a second language: Spanish, French, Dutch or German.
IBMS prepares students for professional careers in international companies. Based on a combination of elements from the fields of marketing, sales, finance, and management, the programme has a special focus on international trade and commerce. Do you want to study in an international environment and gain practical experience at international companies? During this 4-year study programme you will work with classmates from all over the world. You will also have the opportunity to gain international experience through a placement (abroad), and a study-abroad semester at one of our partner universities. The profile of the IBMS student is based on competencies defined after intensive consultation with the business world and society concerning the knowledge, skills and attitude needed by future managers. The IBMS graduate is aware of international economic developments and the effects they have on the international organisation. Competent in intercultural leadership, analysis, creative problem solving, and planning, IBMS graduates are highly sought after around the world for positions such as Marketing Manager, Consultant, Area Manager, Financial Controller and Sales Manager.
Main Phase
Programme Structure Rotterdam Education Model To translate the practical, hands-on mentality associated with the city of Rotterdam and the talent development of our students into education, Rotterdam University, University of Applied Sciences has developed a tightly implemented education model. Characteristic of the Rotterdam Education Model (REM) are three learning tracks: knowledge-driven, practice-driven and student-driven education. More information can be found at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/rom
First Year During your first year you will get a clear view of the study programme, its goals, and the professional field. Case analysis, group discussions and professional literature
The second year combines in-depth international business subjects with electives relating to your chosen field of study. You will learn to think strategically and receive training in communication, negotiation and leadership skills. The third year starts with a placement period at a company or organisation in the Netherlands or abroad, after which you will follow the regular IBMS programme. The fourth year comprises a one-semester study-abroad period or a minor programme, and a graduation placement researching a business-related problem for a company.
Subjects Basic Subjects In the first and second years of the IBMS programme you cover all the IBMS subjects from the core modules: Finance and Accounting, Logistics Management, Marketing Management, Organisation Management and Economics. Other subjects include Business Communication, Business Law, Research Methods and of course a second foreign language.
Profession-Specific Subjects You will also take profession specific subjects such as: Critical Thinking, Project Management, European Affairs, Entrepreneurship, Emerging Markets, Business Ethics/ Corporate Social Responsibility, Risk Management, Globalisation, Consultancy & Change Management and Strategic Innovation Management.
Elective Modules You fill in part of your study programme with elective modules. Being able to make your own choices gives you space to add to your personal development. In this way students can achieve independence, and gradually progress from guided to supervised, and subsequently to independent and self-reliant learning.
Minors IBMS offers six minors: ¬ Marketing Management ¬ Finance and Accounting ¬ Risk and Investment Management ¬ International Human Resource Management ¬ Logistics Management ¬ Business Opportunities in Sustainability and Innovation
Bachelor Programme IBMS Full-time This track is a four-year programme for students with a Dutch havo or mbo level 4 diploma or a foreign equivalent.
Bachelor Programme IBMS Fast-track In addition to the regular 4-year bachelor programme, We also offer a fast-track three-year version for students who have completed Dutch vwo, mbo level 4 International Trade and Commerce or the International Baccalaureate. In this programme you take the first two years of IBMS in one year. In the first semester you follow the introductory year and in the second semester the second year of the regular programme. After this you continue in the third year of the 4-year programme.
Bachelor Programme IBMS Accelerated track We also offer a 1.5 or 2-year Accelerated IBMS programme for students who have already obtained a two or three year college degree in business or have finished either two or three years at University (business related). Students with a minimum of one year of work experience after finishing two or three years of studying can apply for the 1.5-year programme. Students without relevant work experience are required to take a 6-month placement after completing the 1.5-year programme.
Sustainable Development The IBMS programme at Rotterdam University, University of Applied Sciences has been awarded a two-star AISHE (Auditing Instrument for Sustainability in Higher Education) certificate confirming our substantial commitment towards integrating the principles of sustainable development into the study programme and delivering environmentally and socially responsible managers to the international labour market.
My placement consisted of one month of training in Kuala Lumpur, before moving to Singapore to work on a plan to generate more sales, sell more memberships, create brand awareness, attract events, cut costs and improve recruitment. Christiaan Smeehuijzen, IBMS student
I did my placement at Syntens and was quite successful at an international horticultural fair. Looking back, I can conclude that I have learned a lot. I got plenty of space: designing the set up for such a project, deciding which steps to take. Organising the stand, putting the company profiles on the website and contacting companies proved to be quite a challenge. I also managed to acquire some nice new jobs. Tomorrow I am flying to Spain for a couple of weeks. At a major fair I am going to contact some Spanish companies. According to my placement supervisor, my success lies largely in my independence. I started with the fair, but I recognised the opportunity to do more research in Spain. Using these opportunities is very important! Maurits Versteeg, IBMS student
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Official Programme Name ¬ International Business and Management Studies
¬ Saturday 10 November 2012 ¬ Saturday 26 January 2013 ¬ Saturday 23 March 2013
Location
Kralingse Zoom Kralingse Zoom 91 3063 ND Rotterdam
Admission Detailed information about the admission requirements for Dutch students can be found at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/ibms Admission requirements for non-Dutch students (EU and Non-EU) can be found at rotterdambusinessschool.nl Here you can also find information about preparation courses for students who do not yet meet all the admission requirements for this programme.
Registration Dutch students can register online at Studielink. To register through Studielink you will need a DigiD. If you do not yet have a DigiD you can request one through www.DigiD.nl. Dutch students can find detailed information about registration at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/aanmelden Non-EU students and students from EU countries (other than the Netherlands), or from Suriname, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway should contact our Global Recruitment & Student Support Office for information about registration. Global Recruitment & Student Support Office (GR&SS) +31 (0)10 794 62 50 rbs@hr.nl
Open Evenings Throughout the year Rotterdam University, University of Applied Sciences organises a number of open evenings, where you can also get specific information about our programmes. ¬ Wednesday 20 March 2013 (part-time programmes only) ¬ Wednesday 5 June 2013
Trial Study Each year Rotterdam University organises Trial Study Days. For the dates and registration form check hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/proefstuderen
Study Information Office For more information about study programmes, admission, registration and studying at Rotterdam University please contact the Study Information Office. (010) 794 44 00 studievoorlichting@hr.nl hogeschoolrotterdam.nl Visiting address:
Visitor Centre location Museumpark (metro Dijkzigt) Burg. s’ Jacobplein 1 3015 CA Rotterdam
For opening hours please see hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/studievoorlichting
Costs You pay tuition fees each year. They are determined each year. The tuition fees for 2013-2014 can be found online from April 2013 at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/collegegeld (in Dutch) and at rotterdambusinessschool.nl (in English)
More information? You can find detailed information (in English) about the study programme at
rotterdambusinessschool.nl
Depending on your chosen study programme you can expect to pay between € 300 and € 750 per year for books, readers and other materials.
Open Days During the open days you can meet with all the departments of Rotterdam University and get an impression of the facilities and atmosphere of the locations. You are welcome on:
More information? You can find detailed information (in Dutch) about the study programme at
hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/ibms
The information in this leaflet is not legally binding.