Master in International Business

International Trade Global Affairs

Inspiring the Global Generation

Why a Master in International Business at IUM?

The Master in International Business (MIB) has been developed in response to the critical need to educate and prepare pragmatic, compassionate, and professionally adept international citizens.
The MIB seeks to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge to succeed in an increasingly fast-paced, highly competitive and complex world. It opens the way to two different specialization areas: one which deals with international trade issues and the other which concerns global affairs. This program attracts students with very different backgrounds: business, political science, history, economics, etc. which turns the classroom into a very enriching place.

The program at a glance:

A very diverse student body, in terms of backgrounds and nationalities Close links with international organizations and NGOs Dual emphasis on theory and practice throughout the curriculum Flexibility: a single degree program that offers a choice between two specialization areas

A word from the program director

The Master in International Business, with its two specialization areas in trade and on global affairs, offers students the opportunity to stay abreast of current developments in the global landscape. The program emphasizes a rich, pragmatic educational experience covering a range of disciplines taught by renowned faculty and practitioners. Graduates will possess the knowledge and tools they will need to pursue careers in international business, international organizations, NGOs, and diplomatic affairs. It is a unique opportunity and an enriching experience for students who wish to stand out as multicultural graduates, in the field that they have chosen: trade or global affairs. Dr. Marie-Jos RINALDI-LARRIBE, Program Director

Some of the projects organized by MIB students:

A humanitarian project designed with the Monegasque Red Cross for the implementation of a dwell in Mali Organization of a UN conference simulation (MUN) in Monaco. An study trip to Brussels to visit the European Institutions

Program description
Students choose one of the two specialization areas, completing their curriculum in international business, with an extensive exposure to international trade matters or to global policy developments.
Students undertake the International trade specialization, which allows them to acquire the knowledge of foreign markets and techniques of international trade. The objective is to enable future managers to access new markets which are growing very fast, while dealing with complex issues, in very diverse multicultural environments. This pathway prepares graduates for careers in export management, international purchasing, business development management, etc. Students may choose the Global Affairs specialization, which integrates study in international policy in the context of the 21st century global setting. This interdisciplinary approach ensures a thorough preparation of graduates to world affairs, across a broad range of disciplines. Due to the nature of its curriculum, which corresponds to corporate issues and offers an in-depth knowledge on global policy development, the Master in International Business/Global Affairs prepares graduates for careers in international business as well as in international organizations, governmental agencies, nongovernmental organizations and foreign affairs agencies.

Transfer students admission

1st Period Sep. - Jan.

2nd Period Feb. - June.

3rd Period Jul. - Dec.

Core Courses
3 - 4 year university degree Proof of English proficiency Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management and Leadership, Business law, Organizational behavior, Geopolitics, Corporate social responsibility

International Trade

The capstone applied project

Six-month internship or
Master degree 120 ECTS

Global Affairs

Research thesis

Courses offered in International Trade

Strategy and Techniques of international trade Incoterms and means of payment Trade finance Financing of large export contracts American markets European markets Japanese and Korean markets Chinese markets African and Latin-American markets International Negotiation Supply-chain management

Courses offered on Global Affairs

Global Political Economy The European Context International Organizations and NGOs Global Policy and Sustainability Public Affairs Workshop on UN simulation exercise The Economics of Development Environmental policy & management Introduction to Diplomacy Fundamentalism in a utilitarian World

Career opportunities
Diverse international careers, one common sensitiveness
With an emphasis on key economic and policy challenges globalization issues, sustainable development, corporate social responsibility, geopolitics, new emerging markets, etc.- , the MIB prepares graduates for careers in both domestic and international business as well as in international institutions such as global nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, nongovernmental organizations and foreign affairs agencies. The MIB alumni occupy a wide range of positions in highly diverse organizations which have in common a sensitiveness to sustainable development issues. Vlada Botanovic, MIBGA 2010 Area Sales Manager at GEOX It was a fantastic experience to be part of such an International environment and to be able to share experiences with students coming from all over the globe. One of my best memories at IUM was the time spent with my team mates during group exercises as I learnt a lot on how to cope with various personalities and conflicts of interest in order to find compromise solutions in the end. I learned much about how businesses developed internationally, how multinational organizations operate, how to best apply efficient decision-making processes and all this while further developing my interpersonal skills. While studying I have surely made best use of the Monaco business environment and rich nightlife to make new friends, future business contacts that are surely going to be useful sometime in the future. Not to mention the fun I had while playing waterpolo for the local team. The skills I learned at IUM are certainly becoming more useful now speaking from a professional point of view as an Area Sales Manager for GEOX with 8 countries in Eastern Europe under my responsibility. All in all IUM was a great launching ramp for my career definitely and I thank all the teachers and staff for their support, especially my program director Mrs. Rinaldi and the career office

Some positions of our most recent MIB graduated:

Assistant to the Treasury Manager, Hewlett Packard, Bucharest Business Developer Eastern Europe, Geox, Italy Project Manager, Red Cross Monaco Assistant to the Strategic Development Director, Silversea Cruises, Europe Sales and Marketing manager, Eco Supplies Solar Energy, Monaco Junior Consultant, Peace and Sport Projects, Monaco Junior Relationship Manager, Monaco Consulate, Washington DC Marketing officer Emerging Markets, Yachting industry, Singapore

A unique students career guidance

In their search of the most suitable career, the students benefit from the IUM Mentorship Program, that match eligible IUM students a business executive working in the targeted job area. Every year, the IUM Mentorship program connects more than 80 students with local or international business leaders who volunteer to share their knowledge and experience, and help guide students into a suitable career choice. Students also play central roles in discussion forums, seminars, and workshops throughout the year that provide exceptional opportunities to meet with successful business leaders.

Contact details
IUM Contact details: 2, Avenue Albert II, MC 98000 Monte-Carlo Principality of Monaco Tel: 377.97.986.986 - Email: info@monaco.edu The International University of Monaco is a member of the INSEEC Group, one of the largest French educational institutions with campuses in Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon and London. Admissions team: Leila BELLO Tel: +377.97.986.996 - Email: lbello@monaco.edu Aymeric PAZZAGLIA Tel: +377.97.986.993 - Email: apazzaglia@monaco.edu

Please note that the information contained within this brochure may be subject to change