Level: Master
Start date: Autumn 2025
City: Jönköping
Credits: 120 credits
Degree: Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Business Administration
JU Direct Application (recommended), application period: 2024-10-15 - 2025-05-02
For those who apply through universityadmissions.se, application period: Application is closed

JIBS is double accredited by EQUIS and AACSB.

## About the programme: In an increasingly globalised world, there is a growing demand for individuals who understand dynamic flows, change management, logistics, and entrepreneurship. The Master in Global Management programme provides the knowledge and skills to operate in an international business environment, leading change and sustainability efforts. The programme focuses on giving you a broad understanding of the data-driven and culturally dynamic global marketplace where information and communication are crucial for success. You will also study courses in entrepreneurship and leadership, with a focus on social sustainability, business management, and corporate social responsibility. All teaching is conducted in English, further preparing you for an international career. Through projects and group work, you will have the opportunity to enhance your planning and collaboration skills with peer students from around the world. In the second year, you can specialise through elective courses, either abroad or at JIBS, or through a corporate internship. The programme concludes with the completion of your master’s thesis. ## Career opportunities and further studies Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for a career abroad as an international business developer, project manager, change manager, entrepreneur, consultant or operations manager. You will also be eligible to apply for the PhD programme in Business Administration at JIBS as well as other PhD programmes in Business Administration worldwide.

The programme is conducted at Jönköping International Business School
Credits: 120 credits
Level: Master
Language: English
Rate of study: 100%
City: Jönköping
Place of study: Normal teaching
Start date: Autumn 2025
Selection: JU Direct Application: Admission is done continuously. For those who apply through universityadmissons.se: Selection is based on previous academic merits. Ranking is made in descending order.
Requirements: The applicant must hold the minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (i.e the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) with at least 90 credits in one (or a combination) of the following areas: business administration, economics, industrial engineering and management, or equivalent. At least 60 credits must be in business administration. Proof of English proficiency is required.
Application code: HJ-MU102
Degree: Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Business Administration
Tuition fee: For the first semester: 69000 SEK
Total tuition fee: 276000 SEK

Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
Preliminary syllabus as PDF (Swedish)
Preliminary syllabus as PDF (English)

Year 1


Autumn 2025

Advanced Leadership, 7.5 credits

Managing Responsibly for Corporate Sustainability, 7.5 credits

Advanced Research Methods in Global Management, 7.5 credits

Global Strategy, 7.5 credits


Spring 2026

Corporate Entrepreneurship and Strategic Renewal, 7.5 credits

Managing a Multinational, 7.5 credits

Family Business Development, 7.5 credits

Global Marketing Management, 7.5 credits


Year 2


Spring 2027

Master Thesis in Business Administration (Two Years), 30 credits


Optional

Advanced Supply Chain Management 1, (Autumn 2026) , 7.5 credits

Advanced Supply Chain Management 2: Integration and Alliances, (Autumn 2026) , 7.5 credits

Entrepreneurship in Context, (Autumn 2026) , 7.5 credits

Marketing Communications in a Digital World, (Autumn 2026) , 7.5 credits


The programme has a global and cultural focus that will prepare you for an international career after graduation. Examples of future titles are International Business Developer, Project Manager, Change Manager or Operations Manager.

 

The programme prepares you for doctoral research education.

During the second year, an internship is included to give you the opportunity to get practical experience, either in Sweden or abroad. As a student, you get the chance to collaborate with companies on various projects during your studies, and participate in guest lectures given by company representatives.

During the second year, you get the opportunity to study a semester abroad at one of JIBS' recommended partner schools. During the semester, you can specialise your education, while developing your intercultural awareness and expanding your understanding of the business.


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