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Start your international career Bachelor of Arts Degree Courses
start your international career
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overview of bachelor‘s programmes 04
CBS mission 06
Programme portfolio 07
ten good reasons for studying at CBS 09
bachelor degree course International Business 14
specialisation options 18
bachelor degree course International Culture and Management 24
specialisation options 28
bachelor degree course International tourism management 34
bachelor degree course international Media Management 38
bachelor degree course Business Psychology 42
bachelor degree course Wirtschaftspsychologie 42
bachelor degree course General Management 48
specialisation options 52
master of arts degree courses 58
Parnter universities 60
Service 62
internationality 64
statements 66
Student initiatives 68
location cologne 73
consultation opportunities 76
how to find us 77
Bachelor’s Programmes
English-language degree courses
Bachelor of arts Bachelor of arts Bachelor of arts
6 Semesters 6 Semesters 6 Semesters
INTErnational INTErnational CULTURE INTErnational tourism
Business > p. 14 and MANAGEMENT > p. 24 management > p. 34
specialisations: specialisations: This degree course provides general
Financial Management Arts and Cultural Management business management knowhow with the
International Trade Cross Cultural Management special skills required by all tourism
Human Resource Management East Asia Management fields, from hotel management to event
Management Consulting Emerging Markets and management and aviation management.
International Cooperation It provides superb preparation for the
Marketing Management
European Management demands of the tourism industry today.
German-language degree course
Bachelor of arts Bachelor of arts
6 Semesters 6 Semesters
Wirtschafts- GENERAL
psychologie >
> p.
S.42
36 MANAGEMENT > p. 48
This degree programme combines eco- specialisations:
nomic studies with lectures on topics Finanzmanagement
from psychology. It covers all areas of Internationales Management
business in which business psychologists Marketingmanagement
work. Supply Chain Management
Unternehmensführung und
Personalmanagement
Wirtschaftspsychologie
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Overview of Bachelor’s Programmes
Bachelor of arts Bachelor of arts
6 Semesters 6 Semesters
international Media Business
management > p. 38 Psychology > p. 42
Graduates from the degree course in In- This degree programme combines eco-
ternational Media Management are quali- nomic studies with lectures on topics
fied to take top-level positions in the me- from psychology. It covers all areas of
dia industry. The curriculum is divided business in which business psycholo-
into three main subject areas: strategic gists work.
online research and management; online
media marketing and communication;
and cross-media production and imple-
mentation.
A Degree Programme Taught in English?
Almost all our bachelor’s programmes are taught in English. More information on the English prep courses can be found on
But don’t let this faze you. Completing a degree in English is our homepage. Those who want foreign language skills but
not as hard as it might sound. And for those who still have mis- who don’t want to take part in an English-language program
givings, CBS offers intense English-language prep courses. should consider the degree courses General Management and
They are open both to new students and to potential applicants Business Psychology, which include courses in English and
who have yet to seek admission. The prep courses conclude other foreign languages as part of the curriculum.
with a final exam. All participants receive a certificate after
completing a class. In addition to English-language skills, the
courses give participants a chance to experience the campus
and get to know the university.
CBS mission
traditional and contemporary
The Cologne Business School (CBS) is part of the oldest network HAVING FUN STUDYING
of private schools and universities in Germany, whose common The atmosphere at CBS is pleasant and motivating. A compre-
goal it is to provide students better options for career entry and hensive service guarantees that students can fully concentrate on
promotion in interesting occupations. CBS combines more than their studies. It is important for us that the college not be percei-
one-hundred years of methodically didactic experience with fu- ved simply as an anonymous learning factory. The result is new
ture-oriented, scientific courses of study. student initiatives always popping up, which positively affects the
climate at CBS.
LEADING IN INNOVATION
As a pioneer, CBS implemented bachelor degree study programs ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION
in Germany almost ten years before the „Bologna Process“. It CBS is a state-recognized university. The high quality is guaran-
was our ambition from the very beginning to adopt the Anglo-Sa- teed by the fact that the content, topicality and studiability for all
xon coined Bachelor know-how into teaching through internatio- majors are regularly checked by the tri-national accreditation
nal partner universities. What’s more, the first FIBAA accreditati- agency, FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administ-
on that took place in Germany in 1998 rated CBS with very positi- ration Accreditation). Under the authority of the Scientific Council
ve results. of the Federal Republic of Germany, this independent organizati-
on scrutinizes all study programs at CBS. And so, our qualifica-
tions entitle us to the same privileges as those held by state uni-
versities.
Prof. Dr. habil. Elisabeth Fröhlich
President of CBS
„Because of our close contact with the market, we are familiar with the requirements
companies have of graduates. Our study programs are consistently aligned with these
demands. In this way we prepare our students for the global challenges that lie ahead in
their careers and provide them with a high probability of securing employment after gra-
duating.“
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CBS mission / programme portfolio
Programme Portfolio
Cologne Business School offers a wide-ranging educational The goal of the MBA programme is to prepare students with
programme – five bachelor’s degree courses and eight previous work experience for top-level management posi-
master’s degree courses. Almost all courses are taught in tions. In addition, CBS regularly offers challenging certifica-
English. tion programmes for advanced employee training.
The bachelor’s programme runs three years and allows
students to select from a variety of concentrations. Gradua-
tes can either enter the workforce or apply for a master’s
degree course.
BACHELOR MASTER
CBS master’s programme includes MBAs (Master of Busi- Duration: 2 years
ness Administration) and EMBAs (Executive Master of Busi-
ness Administration). MBA applicants must have one year of Employment MBA
work experience; EMBA applicants, five years.
after one year Duration: 1-2,5 years
EMBA
Duration: 3-4 years after five years Duration: 2 years
part-time bachelor of arts Master of arts degree courses
degree courses
internationales Management international business > P. 58
International Business
international culture And management > P. 58
specialisation: Strategic Management
International tourism management > P. 58
INTernational media and entertainment Mgmt. > P. 58
General management > P. 58
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ten good reasons
Why should I
study at CBS …
TEN good reasons for studying at CBS
ONE international THREE Fact-based and compact
CBS campus brings together students and instructors from all No other institution for higher learning in Germany has more ex-
over the world. Plus, CBS students can study abroad for a se- perience with the bachelor’s system. All that experience has al-
mester at one of the many distinguished CBS partner univer- lowed it to design a rigorous curriculum that gives students all
sities and can even combine it with an internship. Our curricu- the skills they need in only three years. The curriculum includes
la equip students with knowledge and experiences global foreign language training, personal skills coaching and experi-
companies expect. Students improve their foreign language ence abroad.
skills, receive valuable information about different business
cultures and mentalities and learn practical tips on business
etiquette abroad. FOUR personal Skills
In the work world, success is measured not only by knowledge
but also by confidence. That is why CBS focuses on rhetoric
TWO Practical and presentation techniques as part of its Skills Development
The practical purpose of CBS programme manifests itself in a Programme. Students also take part in business games that
number of ways. Professors and staff at Career Services instil leadership and decision-making skills and receive inter-
maintain close ties to well-known companies in a variety of cultural coaching to gain the confidence they need to speak
sectors in Germany and abroad. Special workshops give stu- publically anywhere in the world.
dents the chance to develop solutions for real case studies
from the business world. Representatives from outstanding
companies appear regularly on campus to talk about career
options and the latest industry developments. Finally, students
must complete an internship as part of the curriculum and of-
ten work closely with companies when writing their bachelor’s
thesis. CBS offers students an excellent platform for finding
jobs at interesting companies in Germany and abroad.
TEN good reasons for studying at CBS
FIVE State-of-the-art technology eight Accredited
Campus-wide WLAN access, electrical sockets at every audito- All degree courses regularly receive external quality control re-
rium seat, PC workstations and mobile beamers – all the ame- viewing structure, contents and workload manageability. The in-
nities of a modern campus can be found at CBS. Students also ternational accreditation agency FIBAA has praised CBS for its
benefit from comprehensive IT support and other services, close ties to the business sector and its practical purpose.
such as timely text messages should courses or rooms change
at the last minute.
nine Officially recognised degrees
All degree courses regularly receive external quality control re-
Six Excellent Services viewing structure, contents and workload manageability. The in-
At CBS, students are the focus. Professional and friendly staff ternational accreditation agency FIBAA has praised CBS for its
in the Admissions Office, the Students Office, the International close ties to the business sector and its practical purpose.
Office, the Examination Office, Career Services, Library and IT
support help students with all their needs – applications,
courses, exams, study abroad, internships, job search as ten Building career bridges
well media and IT. From the very first semester, students have the possibility of con-
sulting with advisors at Career Services – about internships, ca-
reer coaching or whatever affects their future. We also help stu-
Seven University certificates dents improve their applications for positions in Germany and ab-
For applicants on the job market, it is more important than road and provide general job search training. Many CBS students
ever before to demonstrate special skills that set them apart. get to know their future employers while they are still enrolled.
For this reason CBS curricula contain special training courses
in SPSS and SAP software applications, which global compa-
nies increasingly rely on today.page 10/11 ten good reasons
At a Glance … start your international career bachelor of arts master of arts International business p. 14 international business P. 58 international culture And management p. 24 international culture And management P. 58 International tourism management p. 34 international tourism management P. 58 International Media management p. 38 international media and entertainment MGMT. P. 58 business psychology p. 42 General management P. 58 wirtschaftspsychologie p. 42 GENERAL management p. 48
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CBS Degree Courses
cbs degree courses
The Bachelor of Arts is an internationally recognized degree Students should take some time and think about which degree
and an important qualification for applicants on the job mar- course fits them best. They should also look at the electives
ket. All bachelor’s degree courses at CBS comprise 180 cre- and determine which ones most interest them. Before students
dits and are certified by ECTS (the European Credit and Accu- decide on a combination, we recommend making an appoint-
mulation Transfer System). Graduates are eligible to apply for ment with our academic advisers to discuss course schedules.
a master’s degree programme. Students should select bachelor courses based on their objec-
tives after they graduate. For instance, if students want to apply
CBS degree courses are designed with a modulear structure for a master’s in finance-related fields, they need to have suf-
as per the newest accreditation guidelines. This allows diffe- ficient credits in math and analysis. A meeting with an acade-
rent course-based credits to be assessed at the modulee level. mic advisor can ensure students a well-planned career path.
In addition to solid economic training, foreign language cour-
ses and a mandatory internship, most curricula involve an in- A degree from Cologne Business School – a great start for a
tegrated semester of study abroad and individual specialisa- successful career.
tions. In particular, students are trained in the personal skills
sought after by global companies.Bachelor of arts
International Business
at a glance
lecture language: english Start of lectures: Winter semester (End of August)
Duration: 6 Semesters ECTS: 180
form of study: Full-Time qualification: Bachelor of Arts
Application: You can submit your application materials and current transcripts any time of the year, even before completing secondary school.
This gives applicants the chance to secure a spot early on. You can find more information in the included application form.
The degree programme in International Business prepares After the six-semester programme of study, graduates can eit-
students for top management positions in international com- her begin a master’s programme or they can enter the work-
panies. The curriculum is designed to provide all the skills force – relying on the network they built up during internships
needed by global managers. Students learn how to estimate and at CBS recruiting events.
the risk and growth potential of markets from empirical data
and create global corporate strategies from internal financial Graduates will be able to analyse economic states of affairs,
and profit reports. They are also taught how to design marke- derive from them successful strategies and employ modern
ting strategies that give companies and campaigns a visible management methods – everything expected from a capable
profile. manager. During their studies, students also have the options
of selecting a specific field or function within international
A mandatory internship ensures that students collect professi- business for specialised qualification.
onal experience and apply their acquired knowledge, while the
semester abroad gives students the chance to expand their
knowledge and collect cultural impressions.Page 14/15
International Business
specialisations
Financial management Human Resource Management international trade
management consulting Marketing Management
In the second semester students select and pursue one of six specializations. More detailed information about the specialisation
curricula can be found starting on page 18.
Career and Future
Your degree will open up a variety of professional opportuni- Ideally, you enter into your professional life in the industry or
ties as your studies have made you acquainted with business region you chose as speciality during your studies. Your com-
management and organisation, intra-company co-operation prehensive and practice-oriented university training will,
and business process optimisation. This will give you access to however, pave the way for switching into another industry af-
any enterprise, irrespective of its industry, size and location. ter some years, too. An economist with well-rounded expert
knowledge, a high command of foreign languages and coined
soft skills as well as the professional experience you will al-
ready have gained, will definitely achieve his or her goals!
Statement
Roman schilin
Student, International Business
“I chose this degree of study not only to learn all the basics of business theory but,
thanks to the specialization possibilities, I can also determine what direction is right for
me professionally early on. All the student initiatives make it possible for us to establish
our own individual added value in addition to course content. Studying at CBS not only
prepares you knowledge-wise for your career, it also shapes your personality for a res-
ponsible role in business.”Bachelor of arts
International Business
study course plan
1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester
Introduction to Module 1 Module 5 Module 6
cost accounting Economics II
Business Operations 3 ECTS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS
Module 1 Introduction to Module 5 advanced manage- Module 4
Business Law
Bachelor of arts international business
3 ECTS finance 3 ECTS ment accounting 3 ECTS
Financial Module 2 Module 6 Intercultural Module 7
Economics I
accounting 3 ECTS 3 ECTS Management 3 ECTS
Mathematics and Module 2 Module 8 International Module 9
Supply Management
Statistics 3 ECTS 3 ECTS marketing 3 ECTS
Module 3 Applied Market Module 8 Int. Human Resource Module 9
Market Research 3 ECTS Research 3 ECTS Management 3 ECTS
Human Resource Module 3
Management 3 ECTS
Specialisation Module 11 Specialisation Module 12
> from p. 18 6 ECTS > from p. 18 6 ECTS
Module 3
Marketing 3 ECTS
BEC Preparation Module 16 BEC Preparation Module 16
Course 1) 3 ECTS Course 1) 3 ECTS
Module 18
Foreign Language 2) 6 ECTS
Module 17 Module 17
Foreign Language 2) 3 ECTS
Foreign Language 2) 3 ECTS
Module 20 Module 20 Module 21
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
Each seminar usually meets two hours a week.
General economics teaching units 1) Preparation for the University of Cambridge Business English Certificate “Higher”.
2) Depending on their emphasis, students can also select from a variety of other langua-
ges and levels – for example Spanish, French, Portuguese or Italian.
Programme-specific teaching units
elective area
Interdisciplinary competencesPage 16/17
Study course plan International Business
4th Semester 5th Semester 6th Semester
Module 4 semester abroad 25 ECTS Bachelor Thesis
Corporate Tax 1 ECTS
3 ECTS
Students spend their fifth TUTORIAL
semester abroad at a
International Stra- Module 7 CBS partner university
tegic Management 3 ECTS (see page 64). CBS Inter- bachelor thesis 12 ECTS
national Office helps stu-
dents navigate the
Management Module 10
application process and
10 ECTS
Information Systems 3 ECTS
select courses ahead of
time.
International Module 10
Accounting
internship 5) (min. 8 weeks)
3 ECTS
Module 15
Business Elective 4) 3 ECTS
Specialisation Module 13
> from p. 18 6 ECTS
Module 15
Business Elective 4) 3 ECTS
Module 19
Foreign Language 2) Specialisation Module 14
6 ECTS > from p. 18 6 ECTS
Module 21 Module 22
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
3) Soft skills courses – Rhetoric and Presentation, Business Ethics, Career Service and the like – instil interpersonal and manage-
ment skills in students. In addition to mandatory seminars, students can choose from a number of electives depending on their focus.
4) Electives in the fourth and sixth semesters allow students to expand or sharpen their knowledge in special fields. In the past, the electives
have included courses such as International Logistics, Entrepreneurship and Law, Organisational Behaviour, Diversity in
Business, Development of Globalisation and Monitoring Social Media.
5) In the semester break between the fourth and fifth semesters, students must complete an internship of eight weeks or more in Germany or
abroad. Students receive five ECTS credits in the fifth and sixth semesters for completing the internship. Students can seek assistance from
Career Services with arranging their internships.Specialisations
International business
The Bachelor of Arts in International Business at CBS is an English-language degree course with six specialisations students
can choose from. Specialisation allows them to focus their personal interests and pave the way for their future career.
Financial Management
International economic and financial markets are in constant The specialisation in Financial Management offered by the
flux. Trade on the world’s major stock markets – New York, Bachelor of Arts in International Business gives students su-
Tokyo, London – have enormous importance for the global perb preparation for positions in the financial sector. The de-
economy. Banks, investment companies, financial service gree opens the door to many attractive jobs – at banks, at in-
providers and major insurers are looking for well-trained surers, at financial institutes, in tax divisions and in other re-
employees who have a solid understanding of international lated fields.
financial markets in the global context. For instance, wor-
kers in the financial world must understand how a capital Students learn about financial institutions and instruments
stock increase at a large car manufacturer affects its share and take advance-level courses on corporate finance, on the
price; how falling currency shapes a country’s trade ratio; or theory and practice of capital markets and on sustainable
how changes to the prime rate by central banks adversely in- and strategic management in the bank and financial sectors.
fluence the economy and consumer behaviour. These are the Students may devote their bachelor’s thesis to a finance-re-
kinds of insight expected by all areas of the business world, lated topic and thus demonstrate their aptitude to potential
the financial sector most of all. future employers. Want to be a “numbers” guy someday? A
specialisation in Financial Management is the way to go.
2nd semester FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS 4th semester INTRODUCTION TO CAPITAL MARKET THEORY
APPLIED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2nd semester FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS 4th semester
(EXCURSION / CASE)
ETHICAL ASPECTS OF
3rd semester CONCEPTS OF VALUE AND RISK 6th semester
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT IN
3rd semester FINANCIAL ANALYSIS 6th semester
BANKING AND FINANCEPage 18/19
Specialisations
Human Resource Management
Businesses today must rely more than ever on human re- Toward the end of the programme, students learn the strate-
sources. In view of demographic change, the relentless gic, sustainable and cutting-edge aspects of today’s HR ma-
march of globalisation and the challenges of hi-tech society, nagement, including electronic HR management, work-life
employees are often the ones responsible for a company’s balance and diversity management.
success or failure, making them a crucial competitive factor.
Drawing on the latest research findings, the programme in Graduates have a diverse range of career options – in mid- to
Resource Management covers all areas of the profession, in- large-size companies, in the freelance world and in consul-
cluding strategic and operative subject matter such as em- ting. CBS also provides excellent preparation for HR posi-
ployee acquisition, compensation and loyalty. tions requiring analytical and strategic thinking and/or ad-
It also incorporates events with businesses and instructors roitness in an international environment.
who are well-known in the private sector to ensure that the
curriculum has real-world relevance.
At its heart, the curriculum emphasizes the core elements of
human resource management: the discovery, utilisation and
development of human potential – employee leadership and
motivation in particular. Young employees, for instance, have
different aspirations and values than older co-workers. To
prepare students for these core fields, the curriculum is
composed of content from psychology, sociology and law.
2nd semester Leadership Competencies 4th semester Change Management
2nd semester Employee Incentive Schemes 4th semester Talent Management
Global Trends in Human
3rd semester HR Business Ethics 6th semester
Resource Management
Strategic Human
3rd semester International Labor Law 6th semester
Resource ManagementSpecialisations
International business
international trade
The specialisation in International Trade is for students who Students learn about the global legal framework and gain
want to begin their career at a global company. As the world’s knowledge of the role played by key institutions (WTO, EU
prosperity increases, the need for products and services ri- GAT, GATS). The module “Transnational Management” deals
ses, markets are liberalised and national borders become with matters crucial to global companies. In the final semes-
blurry, companies must figure out how to meet the lasting ters students think about current and cutting-edge questions
demand of close to seven billion consumers. Accordingly, of international trade. A course on E-Commerce prepares
companies are increasingly on the look-out for qualified ma- students for implementing new media and IT tools along the
nagers who can master a broad spectrum of tasks, are active supply chain to secure efficient economic activity in the inter-
in global commerce, can efficiently steer relationships with national context.
consumers and suppliers and can keep track of the organisa-
tional and legal issues that arise along the way.
The curriculum teaches students to handle the challenges of
global trade relations with courses such as International Lo-
gistics, Economic Geography, International Trade and Finance
and Transnational Management. Another important part of
the curriculum is fostering personal skills and foreign lan-
guage skills – giving CBS graduates excellent prospects with
global commercial enterprises.
INTRODUCTION TO
2nd semester 4th semester TRANSNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
2nd semester ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY 4th semester INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FINANCE
3rd semester INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL LAW 6th semester E-COMMERCE
3rd semester INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS 6th semester NEW TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADEPage 20/21
Specialisations
management consulting
In the past few decades consulting has gained enormous im- To consult at a high level, students need comprehensive me-
portance. The primary task of consultants is to develop thodology, from precise preliminary analysis to a superb
practicable ideas for complicated economic questions as presentation. The course Organisational Behaviour teaches
quickly as possible. Since companies constantly face new de- the steering of the consulting process together with the or-
velopments that require new managerial decisions, consul- ganisational and structural understanding of companies. Be-
tants must be prepared for new challenges as well. fore students begin their mandatory semester abroad, they
must take the course Business Process Management, which
The specialisation in Management Consulting provides stu- gives them comprehensive knowledge of business process
dents important skills in the areas of business process opti- analysis and familiarises them with current methods and
misation and management. The courses Introduction to Con- techniques that optimise business processes. In addition, the
sulting and Methods of Consulting give an overview of con- module “International Consulting Issues” gives glimpses into
sulting branches, of consulting tasks and of the typical pro- international consulting projects. In the last semester, the
cesses of consulting. Students develop a feel for various con- course Entrepreneurship conveys the knowledge and skills
sulting areas and projects, for customer expectations and for that are necessary to start a company and to act as a consul-
the consulting environment. tant for the start-up. In Operation Management students
learn the fundamental methods and principles of production
management.
2nd semester INTRODUCTION TO CONSULTINg 4th semester BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT
2nd semester METHODS OF CONSULTING 4th semester INTERNATIONAL CONSULTING ISSUES
3rd semester THE CONSULTING PROCESS 6th semester ENTREPRENEURSHIP
3rd semester ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR 6th semester OPERATIONS MANAGEMENTSpecialisations
International business
Marketing Management
For years now, marketing has been one of the most impor- Two courses – customer relationship management and sup-
tant activities of a company. plier relationship management – provide numerous practical
examples, giving student extensive knowledge in the fields.
Discussions are centred on procurement marketing, along An introductory course on social medial teaches students
with traditional sales marketing. The aim is not only to sell applications in business-to-consumer and business-to-busi-
products and services. As the real net output ratio decrea- ness contexts. In a practical module students learn to work
ses, companies must guarantee the supply of raw materials independently on concrete projects under the direction of
for production. At the same time, traditional TV and print ad- professors with extensive marketing experience. These qua-
vertising are being replaced by direct appeals to the custo- litative aspects of marketing are also combined with quanti-
mers. That’s why today’s concepts of marketing management tative ones. Students are trained to use existing data effici-
focus on relationship management. ently for developing the best sales strategies. The strategic
work is supported by supply chain cost management along
with other tools of the trade. In the final semester, students
can take advance-level courses on service marketing or the
design of innovative marketing campaigns.
INTRODUCTION TO
2nd semester 4th semester CREATIVE MARKETING
SOCIAL MEDIA Marketing
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP COST MANAGEMENT ALONG
2nd semester 4th semester
MANAGEMENT (CRM) THE VALUE CHAIN
3rd semester APPLIED SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING 6th semester SERVICE MARKETING
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP
3rd semester 6th semester OPTIMIZING THE SALES PROCESS
MANAGEMENT (SRM)Page 22/23 Specialisations
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Bachelor of arts
International Culture and management
At a glance
lecture language: english Start of lectures: Winter semester (End of August)
Duration: 6 Semesters ECTS: 180
form of study: Full-Time qualification: Bachelor of Arts
Application: You can submit your application materials and current transcripts any time of the year, even before completing secondary school.
This gives applicants the chance to secure a spot early on. You can find more information in the included application form.
In an increasingly globalised world managers must be adept The curriculum also includes an internship and a semester
at handling foreign cultures and markets, in addition to having abroad, both of which provide opportunities for applying eco-
administrative skills. CBS bachelor’s programme in Internati- nomic knowledge and expanding one’s cultural horizons. The
onal Culture and Management sets itself apart from degree training of interpersonal skills and foreign language electives
courses at other institutions by combining economics, cultural (in addition to the general English-language curriculum) offer
studies and sociology in a single curriculum. Students can further career preparation. Graduates who want to delve more
choose between various specialisations, focusing, say, on cul- deeply into a subject can select a fitting master’s programme
tural management, regional cultures or international aid co- of study.
operation. This broad and unique programme ensures that
graduates can establish themselves in an internationally net-
worked professional world.Page 24/25
International Culture and Management
Specialisations
Arts and Cultural Management Cross Cultural Management east asia management
Emerging Markets and
International Cooperation
European Management
In the second semester students select and pursue one of five specializations. More detailed information about the specialisation
curricula can be found starting on page 28.
career and future
A curriculum combining economic skills, intercultural un- ties needed in professions situated at the juncture between
derstanding, a grasp of political and societal contexts, for- management and culture.
eign-language skills and experience abroad qualifies stu-
dents to work in many fields. Our students have gone on to find work in culture manage-
ment, in businesses operating in Asia and in Latin American,
Graduates can apply to cultural institutions and international in development aid organisations and in consulting and hu-
organisations as well as to one of the companies for which man resources.
economic students traditionally work. Our graduates have
the kind of communicative skills and global leadership abili-
Statement
Waia tahmazidou
Student, International Culture and Management
“I chose this major because you need to have a whole lot more than just knowledge of
business economics to be successful on a global playing field. Along with the necessary
business administration knowledge this degree also offers me a cultural and political un-
derstanding, which will be a tremendous advantage for international partnerships later
on. Furthermore, it was important to do my studies in English because it is required for a
job in globally operating companies.”Bachelor of arts
International Culture and management
Study course plan
1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester
Bachelor of arts international culture and Management
Introduction to Module 1 Introduction to Module 2 advanced manage- Module 5
Business Operations 3 ECTS finance 3 ECTS ment accounting 3 ECTS
Module 1 Module 5 Module 6
Business Law 3 ECTS
cost accounting 3 ECTS
Economics II 3 ECTS
Financial Module 2 Module 6 international Politics Module 7
Economics I
accounting 3 ECTS 3 ECTS and institutions 3 ECTS
Human Resource Module 3 empirical social Module 4 Intercultural Module 8
Management 3 ECTS research 3 ECTS Management 3 ECTS
Module 3
marketing 3 ECTS
Specialisation Module 10 Specialisation Module 11
> from p. 28 6 ECTS > from p. 28 6 ECTS
Introduction Module 4
to social sciences 3 ECTS
BEC Preparation Module 15 BEC Preparation Module 15
Course 1) 3 ECTS Course 1) 3 ECTS
Module 18
Foreign Language 2) 9 ECTS
Module 16 Module 17
Foreign Language 2) 6 ECTS
Foreign Language 2) 6 ECTS
Module 20 Module 20 Module 21
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
Each seminar usually meets two hours a week.
General economics teaching units 1) Preparation for the University of Cambridge Business English Certificate “Higher”.
2) Depending on their emphasis, students can also select from a variety of other langua-
ges and levels – for example Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, Japanese
Programme-specific teaching units
or Korean.
elective area
Interdisciplinary competencesPage 26/27
Study course plan International Culture and Management
4th semester 5th semester 6th semester
international Module 9 semester abroad 25 ECTS Bachelor Thesis 1 ECTS
Marketing 3 ECTS
Students spend their fifth TUTORIAL
semester abroad at a
Int. Human Resource Module 9 CBS partner university
Management 3 ECTS (see page 64). CBS Inter- bachelor thesis 12 ECTS
national Office helps stu-
dents navigate the
Introduction to Module 8
application process and
10 ECTS
cultural studies 3 ECTS
select courses ahead of
time.
Module 14
BUSINESS elective 4)
internship 5) (min. 8 weeks)
3 ECTS
Specialisation Module 12
> from p. 28 6 ECTS
Module 14
Business Elective 4) 3 ECTS
Module 19
Foreign Language 2) 9 ECTS
Specialisation Module 13
> from p. 28 6 ECTS
Module 21 Module 22
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
personal Skills 3) 3 ECTS
3) Soft skills courses – Rhetoric and Presentation, Business Ethics, Career Service and the like – instil interpersonal and manage-
ment skills in students. In addition to mandatory seminars, students can choose from a number of electives depending on their focus.
4) In the past, the electives have included courses such as DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND LAW, ORGANISATIONAL BEHA-
VIOUR, DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS, DEVELOPMENT OF GLOBALISATION or MONITORING SOCIAL MEDIA.
5) In the semester break between the fourth and fifth semesters, students must complete an internship of eight weeks or more in Germany or
abroad. Students receive five ECTS credits in the fifth and sixth semesters for completing the internship. Students can seek assistance from
Career Services with arranging their internships.Specialisations
International culture and management
The Bachelor of Arts in International Culture and Management at CBS is an English-language degree course with five specialisa-
tions students can choose from. Specialisation allows them to focus their personal interests and pave the way for their future career.
Arts and Cultural Management
It is often said that arts and economics are irreconcilable. Directors in the cultural sector need to know how to run a
The reality couldn’t be more different. Economic growth – company and manage personnel in an environment where
whether at the country, regional or city level – has always public funding is becoming ever scarcer. The specialisation in
been preceded by cultural development. Even the so-called Arts and Cultural Management provides important founda-
cultural sector needs employees who know business and tions in steerage, finances and marketing. It also helps stu-
economics. That’s why the specialisation in Arts and Cultural dents implement this knowledge in the cultural sector cor-
Management brings together both areas of expertise, opening rectly and effectively. A special advantage of CBS is its close
up a new job market for graduates. proximity to numerous cultural institutions in Cologne and
North Rhine – Westphalia. It prepares graduates for activity
Public financing models in Germany often understand art in in the management of museums, galleries, theatre and opera
opposition to business. Yet in both the arts and the public fun- houses, publishing companies and similar institutions.
ding of cultural institutions, it’s not only the quality of work
that’s crucial for success; professional management and a
knack for marketing.
Performing Arts
2nd Semester History of Arts 4th Semester
Management
2nd Semester Cultural Production 4th Semester Event Management
Art Politics / Political Aspects of
3rd Semester Marketing, Culture and Arts 6th Semester
ARTS AND CULTURE MANAGEMENT
Museum, Gallery and New Trends in Arts and
3rd Semester 6th Semester
Exhibition Management Cultural ManagementPage 28/29
Specialisations
Cross Cultural Management
If you are interested in foreign cultures and working together To do this, they require knowledge about the particularities
professionally with people from all over the world, the spe- of the region’s economy, values and culture. The specialisati-
cialisation in cross-cultural management is a good start. The on in Cross-Cultural Management provides students the in-
curriculum covers all the important regions of the global tercultural skills they need to work at multinational compa-
economy and teaches the intercultural skills needed for a la- nies and organisations – wherever their location – and to im-
ter career in businesses and institutions that operate inter- prove intercultural communication at the workplace.
nationally.
Graduates have a solid foundation for management tasks in
The programme begins with a history of Europe’s economy, many global areas and in all the world’s booming economies,
geography, politics, and society. In the following semesters, making them very versatile applicants on the job market.
students learn the cultural and economic systems of regions
outside Europe – Latin America, East Asia, India and else-
where – and study specific areas in intercultural manage-
ment. Today, such skills are indispensible for businesses and
institutions operating internationally. When companies start
branches or subsidiaries in foreign countries they must de-
sign their goals and strategies with local conditions in mind.
2nd Semester Economic Geography of Europe 4th Semester Economic Development in Latin America
Latin American Business
2nd Semester European Economic History 4th Semester
and Management
3rd Semester Economic Development in East Asia 6th Semester Management in India and Southeast Asia
Project Management in
3rd Semester Cultures and Societies in East Asia 6th Semester
International CooperationSpecialisations
International culture and management
East Asia Management
The specialisation in East Asia Management is designed for the international language of business, the rules are diffe-
students interested in doing business with or working in rent from those of Europe. And ignorance of the real cultural
countries such as China, Japan or Korea. Why does this regi- differences can quickly cause problems in business relation-
on deserve its own area of specialisation? East Asia is one of ships.
the most important economic regions today. The second and
third largest economies in the world after the United States Our students receive intensive training that acclimatises
are the People’s Republic of China and Japan, respectively; them to the customs of East Asia countries and to the requi-
South Korea is among the top fifteen. The specialisation in rements of doing good business in the region. Students who
East Asia Management not only provides the economic pursue the specialisation in East Asia Management are ad-
knowledge needed to work at global companies and institu- vised to study Chinese, Japanese or Korean. Foreign langua-
tions. It also prepares student for cultures that can often ge skills, combined with business savvy and knowledge of
seem foreign to Europeans on account of language barriers the region’s business and cultural practices, make CBS gra-
and historical differences in interaction, politics and econo- duates qualified for work anywhere in East Asia, be it a pri-
mics. The goal is to prevent graduates who work in East Asia vate company or a public organisation.
from being fooled by its Western façade: although English is
Introduction to the East East Asian Business
2nd Semester 4th Semester
Asian Region and Management
2nd Semester History of East Asia 4th Semester Politics in East Asia
New Trends in East
3rd Semester Economic Development in East Asia 6th Semester
ASIA Management
Management in India and
3rd Semester Cultures and Societies in East Asia 6th Semester
South East AsiaPage 30/31
Specialisations
Emerging Markets and
International Cooperation
Emerging markets refer to countries and regions characte- To be successful in these markets, companies need staff and
rised by a high level of economic growth and dynamic deve- managers who understand the local dynamics. CBS teaches
lopment. Typically, these markets are found in countries that students the knowledge needed to master the idiosyncrasies
have yet to undergo industrialisation fully and whose ongoing of economic development in these areas and select the best
structural transformations pose major challenges to all their investment strategies. The programme also provides cour-
economic actors. The specialisation in Emerging Markets ses on social responsibility and sustainability and teaches
and International Cooperation prepares students for partici- students how to plan and implement projects in international
pation in these markets and for helping developing econo- cooperation – important elements of the aid that emerging
mies surmount their difficulties. The growth markets of the markets require.
future lie primarily in Latin America, South East Asia, Eas-
tern Europe and Africa. Graduates of the programme are qualified to work at compa-
nies active in these markets as well as at developmental aid
organisations.
2nd Semester Introduction to Emerging Markets 4th Semester Economic Development in Latin America
Introduction to International Latin American Business
2nd Semester 4th Semester
Cooperation and Management
3rd Semester New Trends in Emerging Markets 6th Semester Emerging Market Investments
Corporate Social Responsibility and Project Management in
3rd Semester 6th Semester
Socially Inclusive Business International CooperationSpecialisations International culture and management European management The European Union is the world’s largest integrated market. Graduates have a sound knowledge of social and economic Many large and mid-size companies, institutions, associa- structures in the EU, international management methods, EU tions and organisations are employers in this constantly regions of growth, EU integration and EU business policy. changing landscape. Graduates of the programme in Interna- Other seminars in the programme delve into the economic tional Culture and Management with a concentration in Euro- and political unions, the institutions and legal jurisdictions, in pean Management have excellent prospects in these fields. which Europe’s businesses operate. The EU’s 500 million consumers offer enormous potential for A course in transnational management teaches students how companies in every sector. But to be successful, companies to cope with the strategic challenges of modern managers in- must understand the economic and legal framework. On ac- volved in multinational business activities. Students also count of its high business density and freedom of services, learn the basics of entrepreneurship, the skills and know- companies that want to survive in the EU need capable mana- ledge needed to start a business and the methods and prin- gers. The European Management programme teaches stu- ciples of production management. dents the legal, economic and cultural parameters of the eu- rozone, in practice as well as in theory. 2nd Semester ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY OF EUROPE 4th Semester TRANSNATIONAL MANAGEMENT 2nd Semester EUROPEAN ECONOMIC HISTORY 4th Semester EUROPEAN ECONOMIC ISSUES 3rd Semester EU LAWS AND INSTITUTIONS 6th Semester ENTREPRENEURSHIP 3rd Semester EU POLICIES 6th Semester OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Page 32/33 Specialisations
Bachelor of arts
International tourism management
At a glance
lecture language: english Start of lectures: Winter semester (End of August)
Duration: 6 Semesters ECTS: 180
form of study: Full-Time qualification: Bachelor of Arts
Application: You can submit your application materials and current transcripts any time of the year, even before completing secondary school.
This gives applicants the chance to secure a spot early on. You can find more information in the included application form.
The degree course in International Tourism Management is de- standing for the meaning and effects of tourism in a wide ran-
signed for students seeking a career in the tourism sector. The ge of countries. What is more, students delve into the newest
curriculum provides fundamentals in three areas: business technologies and trends that are changing the industry.
management; language and self-development; and, of course,
tourism. The degree course aims to deliver students insight Combining theory and practice is CBS credo. That’s why all
into all tourism-related areas and give them an understanding classes expose students to the private sector through guest
for how they interrelate. lectures, excursions and projects. The language of instruction
is English, ensuring students can put their knowledge to use
Students learn about businesses in the tourism branch, from anywhere in the world, not least in German companies with in-
hotels and tour operators to airlines and event agencies, study ternational business relations. An internship and a semester of
the different ways people go on holiday and develop an under- study abroad complete the programme.Page 34/35
International tourism management
career and future
With around three million industry-related jobs in Germany and marketing and distribution strategies, all of which contribute to
over 250-million worldwide, tourism provides a considerable a company’s success.
source of economic revenue. It offers many different employ-
ment opportunities and the need for qualified professionals is CBS cultivates partnerships with companies and offers stu-
growing. dents the chance to take part in research projects and to dis-
cuss current branch-related topics with experts from the busi-
Students learn to analyse different types of travel behaviour ness world. Students work on identifying trends and finding
and find solutions that take into account the differing expecta- new solutions even before they enter the workforce. The Ba-
tions between business travellers and vacationers. On this ba- chelor of Arts in International Tourism Management gives stu-
sis, students develop innovative tourist products along with dents rigorous preparation in all fields of tourism.
Statement
Marie Koll
Student, International Tourism Management
“I chose this major because you need to have a whole lot more than just knowledge of
business economics to be successful on a global playing field. Along with the necessary
business administration knowledge this degree also offers me a cultural and political un-
derstanding, which will be a tremendous advantage for international partnerships later
on. Furthermore, it was important to do my studies in English because it is required for a
job in globally operating companies.”Bachelor of arts
International tourism management
Study course plan
1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester
Module 2 INTRODUCTION TO Module 5 Module 6
MARKETING ECONOMICS II
FINANCE
Bachelor of arts international tourism management
3 ECTS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS
Module 2 Module 5 HUMAN RESOURCE Module 9
Market RESEARCH COST ACCOUNTING
3 ECTS 3 ECTS Management 3 ECTS
INTRODUCTION TO Module 3 Module 6 INTERNATIONAL POLITICS Module 9
Economics I
BUSINESS OPERATIONS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS AND INSTITUTIONS 3 ECTS
Module 3 Module 7 HOTEL BUSINESS Module 10
BUSINESS LAW TOURISM LAW
3 ECTS 3 ECTS OPERATIONS 3 ECTS
Module 4 Module 7 EVENT AND CONGRESS Module 10
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING TOURISM GEOGRAPHY
3 ECTS 3 ECTS MANAGEMENT 3 ECTS
MATHEMATICS AND Module 4 Module 8 Surface Transpor- Module 11
TOURISM MARKETING
STATISTICS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS tation management 3 ECTS
INTRODUCTION TO Module 1 Module 8 Module 11
TOURIST BEHAVIOUR AVIATION MANAGEMENT
TOURISM 3 ECTS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS
BEC Preparation Module 17 BEC Preparation Module 17
Course 1) 3 ECTS Course 1) 3 ECTS
Module 19
Foreign Language 2)
6 ECTS
Module 18 Module 18
Foreign Language 2) Foreign Language 2)
3 ECTS 3 ECTS
Module 21 Module 21 Module 22
personal Skills 3) personal Skills 3) personal Skills 3)
3 ECTS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS
Each seminar usually meets two hours a week.
General economics teaching units 1) Preparation for the University of Cambridge Business English Certificate “Higher”.
2) Depending on their emphasis, students can also select from a variety of other langua-
ges and levels – for example Spanish, French, Portuguese or Italian.
Programme-specific teaching units
elective area
Interdisciplinary competencesPage 36/37
Study course plan International tourism management
4th semester 5th semester 6th semester
iNTERNATIONAL Module 12 semester abroad 25 ECTS Bachelor Thesis
1 ECTS
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT 3 ECTS TUTORIAL
Students spend their fifth
semester abroad at a
Module 12 CBS partner university
Corporate Tax bachelor thesis 12 ECTS
3 ECTS (see page 64). CBS Inter-
national Office helps stu-
dents navigate the
Applied social Module 13
application process and
10 ECTS
media marketing 3 ECTS
select courses ahead of
time.
NEW TECHNOLOGIES Module 13
IN TOURISM
internship 5) (min. 8 weeks)
3 ECTS
Module 13
TOURISM PROJECT
3 ECTS
Module 14
BUSINESS ELECTIVE 4)
3 ECTS
TOURISM BUSINESS Module 14 Module 15
TOUR OPERATIONS
ELECTIVE 4) 3 ECTS 3 ECTS
DESTINATION MANAGE- Module 15
MENT and Marketing 3 ECTS
Module 20
Foreign Language 2)
6 ECTS
TOURISM BUSINESS Module 16
ELECTIVE 4) 3 ECTS
Module 22 Module 23
personal Skills 3) personal Skills 3)
3 ECTS 3 ECTS
3) Soft skills courses – Rhetoric and Presentation, Business Ethics, Career Service and the like – instil interpersonal and manage-
ment skills in students. In addition to mandatory seminars, students can choose from a number of electives depending on their focus.
4) Electives allow students to expand or sharpen their knowledge in Economics or Tourism. In the past, the electives have included courses such
as INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS, ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR, DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS or DEVELOPMENT OF GLOBALISATION (Business
Elective), BUSINESS TRAVEL or ECO- AND NATURE-BASED TOURISM (Tourism Business Electives).
5) In the semester break between the fourth and fifth semesters, students must complete an internship of eight weeks or more in Germany or
abroad. Students receive five ECTS credits in the fifth and sixth semesters for completing the internship. Students can seek assistance from
Career Services with arranging their internships.Bachelor of arts
International Media Management
At a glance
lecture language: english Start of lectures: Winter semester (End of August)
Duration: 6 Semesters ECTS: 180
form of study: Full-Time qualification: Bachelor of Arts
Application: You can submit your application materials and current transcripts any time of the year, even before completing secondary school.
This gives applicants the chance to secure a spot early on. You can find more information in the included application form.
This degree course is designed for students who are interested In the fifth semester, students choose either to complete a
in a career in media, in entertainment or in information and two-month internship followed by a semester abroad or to
communication technology and who want to combine creativity complete an extended internship of at least four months in
and problem-solving skills with solid management capabilities. combination with a media project. Students can gain other me-
In addition to the fundamentals of business management, stu- dia experience through assisting at CBS TV or participating in
dents learn the latest skills used by the media branch, inclu- applied media research projects. Foreign language instruction
ding media production technology. The curriculum is divided and soft skill courses round out the curriculum. Guest spea-
into three areas of concentration: strategic online research and kers are invited each semester to give students real-world ori-
management; online media marketing and communication; entation and introduce students to business contacts. The
and cross-media production and implementation. speakers talk about current media trends and professions and
take students on excursions to events sponsored by the Colog-
ne media.Page 38/39
international Media Management
career and future
Students enrolled in International Media Management recei- dia production, sales and programme management and
ve systematic training for a career in strategic online re- strategic consulting for media, entertainment, information
search and management, online media marketing and com- technologies and communication technologies.
munication or cross-media production and implementation.
These areas include tasks like strategic online research, so- The degree course also supports new media start-ups in co-
cial media monitoring, social marketing, cross-media mar- operation with CBS professorship for entrepreneurship and
keting, corporate development strategy, internal and exter- the Hochschulgründernetz (Cologne university founders’
nal corporate communication, media production, cross-me- network).
Statement
Ramona Rexfort
Student, International Media Management
“What impressed me about CBS was the great atmosphere among the students and their
strong relationships with the faculty, who were friendly, ready to help, and happy to meet.
In addition to its curriculum, CBS provides valuable practical experience in which stu-
dents can build up a network early on. This experience is provided in part by the many
student initiatives such as CBS-TV and the Event Team. And the campus itself – equipped
with modern amenities and offering many possibilities – helps make students feel com-
fortable.”You can also read
