MA International Business with German
About this course
MA (Hons) in International Business with German, a business and management and german degree centred on the integration of global corporate studies and language training. The course includes a compulsory study year abroad during the third year at an international partner institution situated in a German-speaking country. The first year covers professional communication, the value of languages in the workplace, and networking opportunities. Students specialise in international business in the second year.
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Entry requirements
A level: from A*AA to AAA (required: no specific A level subjects required) IB: from 40 points with 766 at HL to 37 points with 666 at HL
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What students say
Based on about 33 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 70%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 56%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 67%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 30%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 45%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
- Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Modules
- practise professional communication
- discover the value of languages in the workplace
- network and gain insights into possible career options
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £41,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Business studies.
What do graduates of MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 170 UCAS points.
Is MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Does MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MA International Business with German at University of Edinburgh?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.