International Business
The International Business program offers you experience in analyzing and understanding how businesses operate and create value in the global market place with a special focus on the European business environment. Through diverse course offerings, cooperation with Danish and multinational businesses, extra-curricular events and networking opportunities, we provide a unique and challenging international experience.
Student Profile
The program is designed for students of business, economics, finance, marketing, management and related fields.
Core Course
You will examine the macro environment under which companies in Europe operate and analyze the business strategies implemented by some of these companies. The course provides you with a unique hands-on learning experience working in teams to complete and present a research project associated with a sponsor company.
Prerequisites
University courses in introductory macro- and microeconomics.
Study Tours
- A short study tour in Denmark: The aim is to engage in dialogue with international corporations in Denmark and understand how the Danish business environment influences their strategy.
- A one-week European study tour to London, Paris, or Berlin-Prague (your choice; Paris starting Fall 2012): Gain first-hand knowledge of business strategies of companies through on-site meetings with managers. You will study the businesses visited to understand how local and European environments impact business. You will broaden your knowledge about European culture and history and its impact on business life. London is Europe's financial hub, Paris is a leading business and cultural center, Berlin is located in Germany, Europe's largest economy, and Prague in the Czech Republic, one of the most prosperous post-Communist states.
Elective Courses
In addition to the required core course, you are free to select any combination of courses from the DIS curriculum. Please click here for a full course overview. If you want to take some of your electives in the field of business, check out courses listed under Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, and Management.
