International Business (Bachelor's program) – For Students
Already enrolled in the Bachelor's program in International Business? This is your one stop information source on your studies.
Curriculum
You can find the recommended course of study (curriculum) here: Curriculum(German).
Changes to the proposed structure are possible at students own risk. Do note that not every module is offered every semester, most modules are only offered once a year.
The latest version of the examination regulations (PO6) is valid for all students starting after winter term 2025/2026. For students who started their degree before winter term 2025/2026, the examination regulation (PO5) is valid until 31 August 2029.
Please always check which version of the examination regulation applies to you.
Course Book
The course book contains detailed descriptions of the content, methods of examination and learning targets of modules/courses. Every module/course is described seperatly. Please note that the course book is valid for one semester only and always the latest version is valid.
Course Register
Our Course Register is called Prodo. On Prodo you will find all modules/courses offered in the semester. They indicate if there is one or more options for you to choose, when and where modules/ courses are held and if there are things to consider.
For some courses a registration is mandatory. These courses are marked "compulsory registration"/"anmeldepflichtig". You need a user name and password to register via Prodo. Sign up for Prodo now! In case modules/ courses in the first semester require a registration, you will be allocated to one of the options.
ILU
- ILU Access [with CampusID] Keep in mind that you might need to change the system language to English
- Public Area of the Faculty on ILU
- International Business Bachelor on ILU [access with CampusID]
E-Learning Platform ILU
ILU is the e-learning platform used at TH Köln to help you organize your studies. ILU is the place where you access course materials, news and information on cancelled lectures. But you also can collaborate using the platfrom.
It therefore is essential that you register as soon as possible. Please also keep your ILU contact information up to date to ensure you receive all relevant information.
Examination Regulations
The examination regulations are your main source of information on your program. It contains information on access requirements, examinations and the thesis, to name but a few topics.
Please always check which version of the examination regulations applies to you. You will find the information on PSSO.
Examinations
Information on everything related to examinations is available here:Prüfungsausschuss am Schmalenbach Institut. This information is available in German only.
Freshman Information
- First steps to starting your studies ILU Public Access
- Your first semester at Schmalenbach School for Business and Economics ILU Access with CampusID
- Information for new students & invitation to first get together (German only) (pdf, 188 KB)
- Information for first-year students
- Information on Remedial Course Mathematics (German only)
- Freshman Information on ILU for Schmalenbach School
Freshman - Your first semester?
Welcome at TH Köln - University of Applied Sciences. You will study at the Schmalenbach School of Business and Economics (Schmalenbach Institut für Wirtschaftswissenschaften) which is part of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (Fakultät für Wirtschafts- und Rechtswissenschaften).
In case you have further Questions, just contact the degree coordinator.
More Information
Internship
You are interested in working for a company or institution abroad? Or do you want to write your Bachelor's thesis in corporation with a company or institution abroad? Then the optional internship abroad is exactly what you need!
Internships last twenty weeks with a regular five-day work week. They are always supervised by a professor and/or (if applicable) supported by your thesis supervisor. An internship abroad is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and to get to know the workflow and coporate culture of an international operating company. An internship is your opportunity to proof yourself in a professional environment. An optional semester that will pay off!
Schedules
- Terminplan des Schmalenbach Instituts Schedules for Students of Schmalenbach School of Business & Economics (Germany only)
- Prüfungstermine am Schmalenbach Institut Examination Dates for Students of Schmalenbach School of Business & Economics (Germany only)
- Schmalenbach Institut für Wirtschaftswissenschaften Events at Schmalenbach School of Business & Economics (Germany only)
- Schmalenbach School of Business and Economics Events at Schmalenbach School of Business & Economics (Selected Events, English)
Schedule, News & Events
What's going on at Schmalenbach School of Business & Economics? Please check out the schedule for dates and deadlines relevant to your studies.
Semester abroad
As part of your degree you are required to spend one semester abroad and successfully complete courses with 30 ECTS based on the examination regulations.
We recommend you start planning your semester abroad as early as possible to ensure that you have sufficient time to get organized. There will be information sessions throughout the semester. On ILU you will find infromation on partner universities of Schmalenbach School of Business and Economics.
You may also contact Christina Linnemann if you need assistance or further information.
