Bachelor International Business Administration
International Business Administration IBA
100% English – 100% Business – 100% International – Your Path to Global Leadership.
Are you interested in global economic interrelations?
Do you have a talent for numbers and languages?
Why IBA at Kaiserslautern University?
- Global Prep: A degree taught 100% in English designed for the global market.
- Intercultural Focus: A curriculum centered on business, numbers, and multiple languages (English, Spanish, German, etc.).
- Practice-oriented: Integrated practical experience or internships within a corporate environment.
- International Experience: Opportunity for a mobility semester at one of our 50+ partner universities worldwide.
Studienverlauf & Struktur
The program follows a modular structure, seamlessly connecting classical business administration with intercultural content. A key highlight is the high degree of flexibility starting from the 5th semester.
Financing & the Argentina Option
Students who choose the Double Degree program with the Universidad Nacional del Litoral (UNL) can benefit from exclusive DAAD scholarships:
- €1,325 monthly allowance during your stay in Argentina.
- €1,735 travel allowance for your flights.
- Additional language courses included.
At a Glance
Abschluss
Bachelor
Studiengangsart
Grundständiger Studiengang, Präsenzstudium
Studienmodell
Vollzeitstudium
Campus
Zweibrücken
Fachbereich
Betriebswirtschaft
Regelstudienzeit
7 Semester
Zugangsvoraussetzungen
Admission to the Bachelor's programme in International Business Administration (English) is only possible for applicants who, in addition to the existing admission requirements, can demonstrate the following language skills: Applicants whose native language is not English must have a good command of English, at least at level B2; TOEIC Listening and Reading 785; TOEIC Speaking and Writing 310; TOEFL iBT 87; TOEFL ITP 543; IELTS 6.0; Cambridge English: First (FCE); Cambridge English: Business Vantage (BEC Vantage); LCCI
Vorpraktikum
Studienbeginn
Wintersemester
Lehrsprache
englisch
Akkreditierung
More Information
The application for the IBA program is conducted online via the application portal of Hochschule Kaiserslautern. In addition to a valid university entrance qualification, proof of English language proficiency at level B2 (CEFR) is essential.
Please have your certificates ready for upload. You can find a detailed list of all accepted English certificates and the required minimum scores (TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, etc.) in the "At a Glance" section on the right side of this page. Applicants who are native English speakers or have completed a previous degree in English may be exempt from this requirement. For more details, click the "Apply Now" button.
With a degree in International Business Administration, you are perfectly prepared for a career in globally operating companies. Our graduates are characterized by high personal initiative, intercultural communication skills, and profound specialist knowledge.
Potential fields of employment include:
- International Marketing & Brand Management
- Export and Sales Management
- Global Supply Chain Management & Logistics
- International Human Resources (HR)
- Management Consulting in a global context
A unique feature of the IBA program is the close cooperation with the Universidad Nacional del Litoral (UNL) in Santa Fe, Argentina. Students have the opportunity to spend three semesters in Argentina starting from the 5th semester.
Program Structure:
- Semesters 5 & 6: Study at UNL (recognized as a mobility semester and specialization).
- Semester 7: Integrated internship within an Argentine company.
Upon successful completion, you will receive two full academic degrees: the Bachelor of Arts (HSKL) and the Licenciado en Administración (UNL).
Not only does our campus in Zweibrücken have a lot to offer, the city itself also has a lot of charm. Zweibrücken offers many opportunities to find a shift from everyday student life.
With a population of around 34,000, Zweibrücken is very familiar and close to home. Due to its special location, the “City of Roses” forms a central location for the multiple surrounding communities. The town is also located directly on the border with France.
Culture and tourism are not neglected here. Annual events such as the town festival, various concerts and theatre performances are firmly established. There are also countless activities offered. These range from climbing, hiking and bowling to shopping in one of Germany's best-known outlets. You can also enjoy a cozy evening in one of the many cafés and bistros. Let the "Zwebrigger dialect" convince you!
| Free Time | Thanks to many leisure facilities, there is always something to experience. Here is a small selection:
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Sport
| Sport is very important in the City of Roses, as well as in the district. Support the regional clubs and teams.
Whether ice hockey, handball, football, judo, athletics or horse racing and show jumping tournaments take place on a regular basis.
Do you prefer to be active yourself? The choice of clubs and memberships is limitless! |
| Events and Celebrations | With so many events throughout the year, there's never a dull moment in Zweibrücken
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| Hiking | Nestled between the Palatinate Forest, Vosges and Bliesgau biosphere reserves, Zweibrücken offers you a wide range of hiking trails.
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| Shopping | The outlet in Zweibrücken is particularly well-known, but many small boutiques and shops in the pedestrian zone also invite you to shop and stroll. |
| Further Information | West Palatinate region |
You made it! You have successfully enrolled at Hochschule Kaiserslautern and are ready to begin your studies. To help you navigate the first steps and answer any questions regarding orientation or support measures, the Student Life Cycle department is here to guide you from start to finish.
For international students, the International Office provides dedicated support for settling in Germany and managing your first few days:
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Any Questions?
Send an email at iba(at)hs-kl(dot)de
