Business double degree program
Program Description
In this double-degree program between Nürtingen-Geislingen University (NGU) and Linfield University, students will experience a deeper dive into experiencing multicultural studying and business environments, better cross-cultural communication and language skills, a wider professional partner network, new opportunities for further education and stronger competitive advantages in job markets worldwide. At the end of this program, Linfield students will receive a bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in management or marketing from Linfield University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in international management from NGU.
Admission Criteria to Double-Degree Program:
- Students must complete the equivalent of 7 semesters at Linfield before departing for NGU.
- Transfer students must have studied at least 3 semesters at Linfield to meet the residency requirements.
- Strong academic standing is required to study abroad at NGU in the student’s 8th semester
MBA in International Management Admission Criteria:
- Proof of degree from Linfield University.
- Work experience:
- Students may participate in an internship during their 8th semester in Germany to gain this experience.
- Proficiency in German:
- Students must have a minimum of A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Link to CEFR A1 proficiency: https://www.goethe.de/ins/mm/en/spr/prf/gzsd1.html
- Students can enroll in online courses or take lessons from another university over the summer.
- Students must have a minimum of A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Proficiency in English:
- If a Linfield student is not a native English speaker they must have at least a CEFR B2 level as determined by Linfield’s English Language and Culture Program.
Details of Attending:
- This double-degree agreement is an extension of the existing exchange program between NGU and Linfield.
- Students must be majoring in management or marketing at Linfield to qualify.
- To obtain the MBA in international management:
- Students must fulfill all requirements including the Master Thesis as established by NGU.
- Students must also complete their Double Degree studies (90 ECTS credits) during their time at NGU.
- double-degree students will have access to all facilities and student services (career services, student health) provided by NGU and Linfield, including assistance in finding housing.
- The language of instruction for all courses at Linfield and NGU is English.
Cost:
Semester 8: Tuition – Paid to Linfield
- Fees – Paid to Linfield
- Housing – Paid to NGU
Semester 9,10,11:
- Housing – Paid to NGU
Contact Us
For questions about the Linfield program, please contact the school or business.
Virlena Crosley
503-883-2371
For questions about studying abroad, please contact the international programs office.
503-883-2222