Master of Science in International Business Development
This Master’s degree is a prestigious, sought-after programme in Switzerland, renowned for preparing students with essential skills in global business management. As part of the Institute of management, this programme integrates hands-on experience with a solid theoretical framework, equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge to become the leaders of tomorrow.
Why Choose MScIBD?
- For its global diversity & expert faculty: Engage with a diverse cohort from across five continents, guided by a world-class faculty
- For its innovative learning: Experience small class sizes, hands-on learning, and cutting-edge teaching techniques
- For its ability to be a career catalyst: A powerful springboard to a thriving international business career
A Swiss Advantage
Switzerland’s vibrant economy, strategically located at the heart of Europe, is home to numerous multinational headquarters and a flourishing network of innovative small-to-medium enterprises. Neuchâtel, surrounded by its picturesque lake and within close reach of key cities like Bern, Geneva, Basel, and Zurich, offers both an inspiring academic environment and exceptional access to major business centers.
In this distinctive setting, students have the opportunity to connect with top companies and engage with one of Europe’s most dynamic economic regions, making it the perfect location to kick-start a successful international business career.
Experience has shown that the career prospects for the graduates of the Master Programme are excellent.
The programme equips students with the knowledge and skills that will help them to develop challenging and satisfying careers, whether they are interested in working in
- family businesses,
- small or medium sized enterprises,
- large companies,
- multinationals,
- NGOs, or
- International Organisations.
The response of companies and organisations to students entering the job market after completing the Master is very positive.
A significant percentage of students are offered a job by the company in which they complete their internship – a testament to the fact that the programme is meeting their needs. Others join many of the top companies in Switzerland or elsewhere – this non exaustive list gives a flavour of the type of companies – or return to their country of origin to resume their career.
Below you can see the sectors in which our students found a job:
The Master is a successful programme which receives a very high number of applications every year. Our students are culturally diverse with more than 70 nationalities and all continents – Europe, Asia, America and Africa – represented.
Within such an international context, students have to work in groups and solve concrete problems together. This requires the ability to adapt to different cultures, an essential skill for the development of international business.
There is a strong competition to be part of the programme. The final group of students who have the chance to participate is very motivated. This rigorous selection allows us to optimise the quality of our courses.
Are you fascinated by global markets, want develop your analytical and soft skills, and are curious to explore cross-cultural dynamics?
Then the Master might be the right choice for you. Every year, 30 – 40 students with an excellent Bachelor degree in economics, finance, management join our programme. Over the past years, the class intake has been highly diverse.
- Average age: 25 years old
- Average intake: 23
- International students: 47%
- Women: 59%
To follow shortly
Contact
Institute of Management
University of Neuchâtel
Rue A.-L. Breguet 2
2000 Neuchâtel
mscibd@unine.ch
+41 32 718 13 60
