MIM - Master in International Management - Digital Business
DURATION
9 up to 36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CHF 33,600 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, Distance Learning, On-Campus
* price may be different based on location
Key Summary
Introduction
Program duration:ย 9 up to 12 months, full-time
Program format: Full-time, Part-time, On-campus, Online, Hybrid
Program language:ย English
Degree awarded: Master in International Management (MIM)
Deadline:ย no deadline to apply
Locations:ย Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, Zurich
Starting dates:ย 8
Program Duration
Full-time students can earn a Master's degree in 1 academic year of 9 months, for a total of 3 quarters of 20 credits each, or within 12 months when spreading the workload.
Part-time students can earn a Master's degree in 2 to 3 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. Completing half the typical number of courses equals twice the typical duration of the full-time program. The more flexible your working hours, the more courses you will be able to join to finish faster. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter.
Refer to the Teaching Schedule information on this page for more details on available courses. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Kick-start your studies up to 8 times per year
Students can choose between multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal further education planning.
Because of the program's flexible structure and modular design, multiple starting dates are available throughout the academic year in October, November, January, February, April, May, July, or August. All campuses follow the same academic calendar.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Our 9 global campus locations are based in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, and Zurich.
Our campuses are all located in the city center of several exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters but may also choose a single campus as their destination of choice. Students who prefer shorter periods abroad can join our seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several of our campuses throughout the academic year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Master in International Management (MIM) awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
Curriculum
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses typically between 8.30 and 18.30
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on two or more consecutive days
- Online and distance learning courses available 24/7
- Private courses
- At certain campuses, also evening courses typically from 19.00 to 22.00 and weekend courses typically on Saturdays, or any combination in a blended format.
Courses are scheduled usually in sessions of 3 hours each. Connect with an admissions advisor, or refer to the course planning once enrolled to find out more about course availability in specific formats throughout the academic year and at our various campuses.
Program Requirements
The structure of our flexible study programs is based on the American model of higher education, allowing students to choose their courses (with some limitations) based on:
- Program requirements
- Previous studies
- Current interests
- Future ambitions
Each program has different "Program Requirements" that need to be met by the end of the studies. Once a minimum number of courses has been completed or a minimum number of credits has been earned in each category of these requirements, students can submit a request for graduation.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Courses from the Marketing Management cluster | 2 out of 4 | 4 |
| Courses from the Financial Management cluster | 2 out of 4 | 4 |
| Courses from the Human Resource Management cluster | 2 out of 4 | 4 |
| Courses from the Supply Chain Management cluster | 2 out of 4 | 4 |
| Business Skills courses | 2 out of 4 | 4 |
| Courses from the concentration cluster | 3 out of 4 | 6 |
| Electives | 11 | 22 |
| Subtotal | 24 | 48 |
| Final Project |
| 12 |
| Total | 60 |
Courses in Digital Business
- BUS5151 - Comprehensive Cases in Digital Business (4)
- BUS5101 - Comprehensive Cases in Digital Business (2)
- INF5002 - Digital Business Analysis (2)
- MAR5009 - Digital Business Marketing (2)
- ECO5504 - Digital Economy Insights (2)
- INF5503 - Digital Transformation (2)
- BUS5003 - e-Commerce (2)
- BUS5201 - Graduate Research Project in Digital Business (2)
- ECO5004 - The Digital Economy (2)
Electives
Electives can be any course scheduled that does not already count towards other program requirements.
Admissions
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Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships are limitedly available, in the form of a fee reduction of the total program fees. Students can apply for a scholarship based on previous academic merit (minimum average grade of 80% or more). Scholarships are only available for full-time, on-campus students. Contact our admissions department directly for more information.
Faculty
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Master in International Management (MIM) degree with a specialization in Digital Business, awarded by the school's main campus in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned, and upon the recommendation of the school's Academic Council.
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation and Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports our students in planning their career paths by:
- organizing several career seminars
- offering the possibility of meeting with business professionals interested in recruiting
- maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted with finding attractive internships and jobs with local as well as multinational companies and organizations. In addition, we also review our students' CVs and provide useful tips for job interviews.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help from our dedicated career services and our online career center, students and alumni get the career support they need to help their professional careers take off.
Our dedicated career department organizes relevant career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis, and our online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities, as well as a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional Career Perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across a broad spectrum of industries. Important to note is that our programs do not aim for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government employment may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni have successfully secured positions with government authorities in various roles.
Program delivery
Program Duration
Full-time students can earn a Master's degree in 1 academic year of 9 months, for a total of 3 quarters of 20 credits each, or within 12 months when spreading the workload.
Part-time students can earn a Master's degree in 2 to 3 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. Completing half the typical number of courses equals twice the typical duration of the full-time program. The more flexible your working hours, the more courses you will be able to join to finish faster. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter. Refer to the Teaching Schedule information on this page for more details on available courses. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses typically between 8:30 and 18:30
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on two or more consecutive days
- Online and distance learning courses available 24/7
- Private courses
- Evening courses typically from 19:00 to 22:00 at certain campuses
- Weekend courses typically on Saturdays
- Any combination in a blended format
Courses are scheduled usually in sessions of 3 hours each. Connect with an admissions advisor, or refer to the course planning once enrolled to find out more about course availability in specific formats throughout the academic year and at our various campuses.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam โ the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
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