Bachelor
International Business
★ StudyPath verdict
8.2/10
Best for students interested in global markets, cross-cultural management and international strategy at a top-100 university with study abroad and internship options in year 3; competitive numerus fixus selection (550 spots) requires early
Tuition · Intl
↗€14,000
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jan 26
Language
English
TOEFL 80+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2023
Admission
↗550
fixus places ↗
Enrolled/yr
↗598
DUO ↑30% ↗
Intl. %
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no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
80
TOEFL required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile + subjects ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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no data yet
Median salary
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Alumni
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↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 27 Jun 2026
About this program
Study International Business in Groningen to learn about international markets, cross-cultural management, and innovative business strategies, all essential in today's interconnected world.
What strategies do big global companies use to stay profitable while being eco-friendly? How do cultural perceptions vary, and how can companies address these differences?
In the BSc International Business, you will learn how to tackle these challenges. In Groningen, we bridge the gap between classroom theories and real-world business scenarios. We teach you how to see the big picture. You will:
explore diverse perspectives from sociology, ethics, marketing, innovation, psychology, economics, politics, and finance.dive into real-life projects and case studies from companies. develop yourself personally and professionally: in your 3rd year, you can study abroad or choose to do an internship. Is this programme for you? If you are curious about how cultures and countries shape global business, and you are eager for an international, diverse, and challenging education, then yes!
Important to know: The BSc International Business is a fixed quota programme (numerus fixus) accepting only 550 students. The application deadline for September 2026 has already passed (15 January 2026). If you have already applied, please check the information about the selection procedure. Applications for our
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About University of Groningen
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).
Living in Groningen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€800–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
234k
Young, vibrant, and welcoming. Groningen has a laid-back northern Dutch charm combined with the energy of a true student city. The compact city center is easy to navigate by bike, and the local community is known for being friendly and open to international students.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
Year 160 ECTS
Year 1 Foundations
- Global Supply Chain Management (5 EC)
- Introduction to International Business (5 EC)
- Organizational Structure (5 EC)
- Academic and Professional Development (5 EC)
- Financial Accounting for IB (5 EC)
- Organizational Behaviour for IB (5 EC)
- Economics for IB (5 EC)
- International Marketing for IB (5 EC)
- Statistics I for IB (5 EC)
- International Trade and Competition (5 EC)
- Research Methodology for IB (5 EC)
- Sustainable Management Accounting (5 EC)
Year 260 ECTS
Year 2 Core
- Digital Transformation in IB (5 EC)
- Finance and Investment for IB (5 EC)
- Firm Location and FDI (5 EC)
- Ethics and International Business (5 EC)
- Global Business History (5 EC)
- Statistics II for IB (5 EC)
- Comparative Country Studies (5 EC)
- Innovation Management in Multinationals (5 EC)
- Qualitative Research Methods (5 EC)
- Cross-cultural Management (5 EC)
- Global Political Economy (5 EC)
- International Business Law (5 EC)
Year 360 ECTS
Year 3 Specialisation & Thesis
- Minor: Study abroad / Internship / Faculty minor (30 EC)
- International Strategic Management (5 EC)
- Research Design and Data Analytics for IB (5 EC)
- Bachelor's Thesis (10 EC)
- International Financial Management (5 EC)
- Managing International Business Organizations (5 EC)
180 ECTS total · semester-by-semesterSource ↗
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
International Business22%
Business Administration22%
Supply Chain Management8%
Marketing5%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 286%
Complete this degree67%
Continue studying after graduating67%
Women among first-years39%
Say workload is “just right”63%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 222 respondents
Content & set-up3.6
Teachers3.6
Atmosphere4
Involvement & contact3.6
Study guidance3.7
Testing & assessment3.6
Facilities4
Career preparation3.2
Teachers' English4
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- TOEFL iBT: 80
Scholarships
Internships
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