B.A. Estudos de Gestão Internacional na Região do Mar Báltico (BMS)

Are you interested in different business cultures? Eager to study in English and learn an additional language from the Baltic Sea Region? Are you willing to make a difference? Interested in testing theory with how it is applied to the business world? Enjoy life, but also work hard to build your future career? Do you want to take on responsibility?

Building on a solid theoretical foundation, International Management Studies in the Baltic Sea Region focuses on putting this knowledge into practice. Typical Nordic values such as openness and cultural diversity are an imperative part of our international education, enabling our students to succeed in management positions within a wide range of industries, in Germany, the Nordic region and worldwide.

BMS and you - a perfect fit

Building on a solid theoretical foundation, BMS focuses on putting this knowledge into practice. Typical Nordic values such as openness and cultural diversity are an imperative part of our international education, enabling our students to succeed in management positions within a wide range of industries, in Germany, the Nordic region and worldwide.

Highlights

• The course is taught completely in English.
• A 2nd foreign language spoken in the Baltic Sea Region is mandatory.
• BMS is highly practice-oriented.
• Our University is located close to the Baltic Sea.
• There is close interaction with your lecturers.
• There is a special course manager.
• We don't charge any tuition fees.

Profile

• Programm - International Management Studies in the Baltic Sea Region (BMS)
• School - School of Business Administration
• Start - Winter semester
• Admission - Restricted admission
• Length of study - 8 Semesters
• Credit points - 240 ECTS
• Degree - Bachelor of Arts (B. A.)
• Main language of instruction - English

Our Concept

"International Management Studies in the Baltic Sea Region (BMS)"

• is a 4-year International Management degree course, which focuses on the Baltic Sea Region (Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Norway, Russia, Sweden)
• is taught in English; in addition, you’ll learn a 2nd foreign language of one of the Baltic Sea Region's countries (Norwegian, Polish, Russian or Swedish)
• is highly practice-oriented due to 13-week pre-study practical before you join, guest lectures, working on real projects, organization of special events, national and international excursions, one semester abroad is mandatory (either as study or internship semester), an obligatory 20-week internship and finally a dissertation on international topics

The initial 4 semesters of our programme introduce students to general business administration (such as cost accounting, economics, mathematics and law) and focusses on international management theory, cross-cultural management, corporate finance and the history and development of the Baltic Sea Region.

In the 5th and 6th semesters, students have to choose 2 of 4 Majors, in order to deepen their skills. The students can gain competencies in the following fields:

• Management and innovation,
• International finance and trade,
• Markets and communication as well as
• German business.

Goals and Career Prospects

"International Management Studies in the Baltic Sea Region (BMS)", as an international 4-year degree course, provides students with:

• profound international management competence
• language skills (English and 1 language spoken in the Baltic Sea Region, e.g. Norwegian, Polish, Russian and Swedish. Students from abroad learn German as a foreign language)
• choices for specialization (Majors)
• cross-cultural competence

Due to their comprehensive understanding of management gained on the course and comprising general aspects, fields of specialization and practical training, our graduates are well prepared for a variety of career opportunities. They are ready for a broad range of positions with a large degree of responsibility and demand the efficient handling of complex processes and the coordination of the work of teams. Our graduates work in the most diverse fields of international business, such as consulting firms, banks, freight forwarders, trade organizations etc.

The final degree of B.A. qualifies you for admission to master's programs.

Curriculum

• Business Management
• Intercultural Management
• Presentation & Writing Skills
• Cost Accounting
• Basics of Business Law
• 2nd Foreign Language I
• Principles of Economics
• Advanced English
• Mathematics / Statistics
• Project Management
• Comparative Country Studies
• 2nd Foreign Language II
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Markets and Institutions
• Introduction to Marketing
• SAP Business Computing
• Analytical Statistics
• 2nd Foreign Language III
• International Law
• International Risk Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Marketing
• Introduction to Trade
• 2nd Foreign Language IV
• Study focus: Management
• Study focus: Finance and Trade
• Study focus: Marketing
• Study focus: German Business
• Studie focus: Management
• Study focus: Finance and Trade
• Study focus: Marketing
• Study focus: German Business
• Practical Insights
• Applied Project Management
• Scientific Circle for Bachelor Thesis
• Bachelor Thesis

Welcome to HOST ! Are you thinking about studying here? Or are you interested in a period of study or internship abroad? Are you a university lecturer or staff member who would like to find out more about staff mobility as part of research, teaching or professional development, or about starting an international university partnership? Then HOST International's service isn't just what you have been looking for!

Heading Out

Getting to know other cultures during a period of stay abroad is an unforgettable and enriching experience to make. Whether studying, doing an internship or working abroad, your stay abroad will allow you not only to improve your language and intercultural skills but also your expertise and your professional and personal network. That's all a considerable asset for your CV - an asset for your whole life!

Why HOST?

Hochschule Stralsund - University of Applied Sciences is a young and innovative campus university in the northeast of Germany. With its modern equipment, an excellent staff-student ratio and the fantastic position right next to the Strelasund, an arm of the Baltic Sea, HOST offers the best conditions for studying, research and quality of life. That’s why it regularly manages to gain top positions in German university rankings.

Practice-oriented, Dynamic, International

Prospective students can choose from 27 accredited bachelor’s and master’s programs in German or English and one Diplom program. The programs on offer not only include traditional courses such as Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Business Administration, but also new and innovative programs such as IT Security and Mobile Systems, Motorsport Engineering, or Tourism Development Strategies. Currently, approximately 2,200 students from 36 countries are studying at the three schools – Business Administration, Engineering, and Electrical Engineering and Informatics. That might not be as many as at other universities of applied sciences in larger towns – but apart from the clear practice orientation, it is above all the personal supervision that guarantees study success. And: the University does not just have a relaxed atmosphere, but also a family-friendly certification and it is fully accessible for disabled people. That’s what you call a HOST!

Innovation Motor to Counteract the Lack of Experts

HOST is one of the most important institutions for educating highly qualified experts in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Graduates of our excellently ranked programs are highly sought after, not just in our region, but throughout Germany and abroad. Nearly all the programs can also be studied as part of a dual program with a high amount of practice. To make this possible, the University cooperates with several companies. At the same time, with its practice-oriented research, HOST is an important impulse provider for the state’s industry.

Activities and the Baltic on the HOST Campus

And as studying is, of course, an important part, but not everything, there are lots of activities on offer on campus. The student project teams, Baltic Racing and ThaiGer, for example, develop racing cars at the highest level. Recently, HOST was even able to celebrate a European Championship title. The student business consultants at SUS support companies throughout the region. Carpe Diem e.V. organizes parties, cultural events, and the legendary Campusspektakel. The campus offers a wide range of sporting activities. And of course, the University has its own sailing club. And don't forget: the nearest sandy beach is just a five-minute walk from the campus…

High Quality of Life, Low Rental Costs

Studying in Stralsund has another important advantage: living costs are much lower than at several other university locations. Finding a cheap flat with a very good standard in the town center is no problem at all in Stralsund. At the same time, Student Services, of course, offer cheap rooms in the halls of residence. Highlight: the student village “Holzhausen” situated right on campus!

Stralsund and the surrounding area provide excellent quality of life. The University can be seen from the Island of Rügen – Germany’s sunniest island. Not one, but two national parks close by enabling fantastic nature experiences. The Hanseatic town of is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an attraction for guests from all over the world. Lots of leisure activities and a rich cultural and party program make sure that the town is continuously expanding.

Would you like to gain an excellent degree and get to know an extra special place? Come to Stralsund. We are looking forward to welcoming you to our cosmopolitan university!