
Grant Dockery
IES Abroad
AlumniThis was not my first experience studying abroad. I have always loved traveling and experiencing new cultures (I'm a big foodie). I also adore languag...
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Visit six global cities in a little more than 3 weeks! Summer Europe Seminar is perfect for undergraduate and graduate students looking to gain international business experience while setting themselves apart in the workforce after graduation. They learn about the culture, customs, and international
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The National Registration Center for Study Abroad center in Munich, Germany, is an acknowledged language institute, and has been teaching German to foreigners since 1984. The curriculum is approved by the Bavarian Ministry of Education, and all instructors are experienced with university degrees and
Munich is a leading educational and research center of Europe. Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and Technical University of Munich are two of only three German universities to be granted “Elite” status by the State, therefore these institutions consistently attract funding for cutting edge research in a variety of fields. The Max Planck Society, often regarded as the premier non-profit research institution in the world with 32 Nobel Prizes awarded to its scientists, also has its administrative headquarters in Munich. So simply put, you’ll get a pretty solid education in Bavaria’s capital city.
Popular areas of study in Munich include Engineering, Applied Sciences, Computer Science, and Business. Being at the global forefront of scientific and technological research, Munich is a fantastic place to enhance your education in any of these fields while participating in a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. In addition, the city has always been a spiritual and German philosophical fortress, making studying Philosophy, Religion, Literature, or History in Munich all great options for those thinkers not inclined toward the hard sciences.
Most academic institutions in Munich offer courses taught in German, so if you are not planning to supplement your study abroad experience with German language studies then your options may become more limited. However, many colleges will offer at least some classes taught in English, and many study abroad programs will provide students with independent courses in English or partner with alternative academic institutions where classes are taught in English.
The German semester system is a bit offset from many other Western academic calendars. Academic terms generally run from September to February and March to July, with many shorter breaks weaved throughout the calendar year. Make sure to plan ahead with your study abroad program provider and home university to accordingly organize a manageable plan for studying abroad in Munich.
You will find German culture to be industrious, intellectual, and very hospitable to foreign visitors. Beyond the bright autumn lights of Oktoberfest you will find a jovial spirit pervading streets year round. When work is over, most locals take enjoyment in the simple pleasures of good beer and good food. This tradition will be especially warming in the winter months, when skies become dark and temperatures cold.
Beyond socializing with peers and interacting with locals, there will be certainly no shortage of culturally immersive opportunities to pass the time while studying in Munich. Munich has a thriving traditional arts scene with world-class opera and theater, several prominent museums, and arguably the best football club in the world. Whether strolling the English gardens, shopping in Marienplatz, or touring historical landmarks, it seems possible to live in Munich a lifetime and never stop exploring.
Munich is not only a great city for walking and biking, but also has one of the most efficient public transportation systems in the world, encompassing an intricate system of subway and tram lines throughout the metropolitan area. Nearby locations in Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic are also easily accessible from Munich Hauptbahnhof, the city’s main railway station.
Although Munich is the most expensive city in Germany, it is actually quite affordable compared to other major cities of Western Europe. A thrifty lifestyle is very much possible for individuals who choose to study in Munich. Students should learn to take advantage of the city’s free public services while also shopping locally and dining out infrequently during their study abroad program in Munich (For information on available financial aid opportunities for study abroad in Munich, check out GoAbroad’s Scholarships Directory).
Different housing options are available for students who decide to study in Munich, depending on the program type and length of stay. Homestays are quite popular for students studying in Munich, especially for those who are studying abroad for a summer term. Living with a local family offers students a fantastic opportunity to intimately embrace Bavarian culture. Apartments are also popular accommodations, especially for students who are studying in Munich for an entire year.
Typically students who are planning to study in Munich for more than 90 days will need to acquire a student visa. Most study abroad program providers and host universities will help students organize students visas.
Munich is a truly special city. Replete with historical wonders, vibrant cultural celebrations, and leading research institutions, it is hard to imagine a more worthwhile location to study abroad in Germany. In Bavaria’s capital you will be challenged to reach for your highest academic and personal potential while enjoying the cultural experience of a lifetime amongst a genuinely hospitable and industrious local people.
Study abroad in Munich and the hardest part will be saying Auf Wiedersehen when it is all over!
Hear what past participants have to say about their experiences
Program: EF - Language Abroad
This trip truly changed my perspective on the world around me. I now am well informed on circular economy and the importance of keeping a sustainable lifestyle. I also have made many friends and connections that I will keep for the rest of my life.
IBS is such an amazing program! I attended their summer Europe seminar and it was such an awesome experience. You get the time you want to immerse yourself in the culture and enjoy the different cities while also studying the different business practices! I'd have to say my favorite part of the trip was that it was the perfect amount of time to be out of the country. Other programs offer a semester long experience but I did not want to miss everything that was happening on my own campus. IBS gave me the opportunity to travel without experiencing the FOMO (fear of missing out) that I had about traditional programs. The staff on the trip were very experienced and were able to help me with any problems that occurred on the trip and knew what to expect at every turn. I would recommend this program to everyone!
IBS offers a great opportunity to go abroad without spending the time and money required for a full semester. I had never left the country before my trip, and it was definitely helpful to be guided for that experience. Though we were not in any one place for very long, I got a taste of each of the six countries we visited, and I now plan on returning someday. Another interesting aspect of this trip is that it was not a conventional study abroad trip. I was not in a classroom at any point while I was overseas. Instead, we visited various companies everywhere we went, and we learned about how businesses are run in each of the places we went. This offered us insight to foreign perspectives that we may very well come across in the professional world.

IBS Abroad provided an easy and safe way to learn and visit six European countries. While I was on my trip, I got to learn from international businesses located in each city we traveled to. It was such a unique experience to hear from these countries, rather than sitting in a classroom each day. Having this learning experience also allowed a lot of free time to adventure and explore these European cities. IBS really created an incredible way to visit so many new places in such short time.
I chose to attend the Summer Europe trip with IBS versus another program because I wanted a program that would lead me to multiple European countries while also helping me with my future career. IBS stood out to me because it was led by experienced business professionals that would teach me while also giving me room to learn on my own. I liked that IBS was academically focused because it gave me an added perspective on each city compared to just visiting. If I has 60 seconds to convince a friend to attend an IBS program, I would tell them that it will be an experience that will benefit you while you are there, but also when you are back home. You will learn many things about yourself as well as the rest of the world. It is an experience you will keep with you for the rest of your life. From my experience abroad I learned to be confident in myself. I think this simple fact made the trip worthwhile. I was able to face new challenges and adventures everyday which gave me more confidence in my own abilities. I was able to use what I have learned in the past to help me in each new situation.

I could not have imagined going to Europe through any other program. They are very accommodating to all types of situations, whether you want to use this seminar as a credit or not, and even if you’re a nonbusiness major. This program really gives you the freedom to immerse yourself in the culture as much as you’d like, through all the free time you have to explore the cities. If I had to try and convince one of my friends to choose IBS over any other program, I would show them all the amazing pictures and sights I got to visit. Along with explaining we got to visit really interesting companies including Swarovski, World Trade Center, Cailler, and my favorite place to visit was Redoro.


This trip is absolutely amazing! You get to visit 6 different countries in a good period of time. What's so great is you get to learn about different companies, and how they are so different to the U.S. Your learning experience is not in a classroom, what could be better than that! I loved being able to try so many different food, and being able to see all the beautiful places in every country. I would definitely take this trip all over again.
IBS Summer Europe was an experience of a lifetime. I was able to grasp so many new concepts. I made many new friends that I still remain in contact with! Going abroad and experiencing companies instead of sitting in a lecture is a unique experience that many programs don't offer. I enjoyed going to companies that i had previously known before but didn't know entirely about. Talking to people who deal with international business on an everyday basis gives you more of an idea on what you could be doing in the near future. IBS is definitely a must program if you want to visit many places with endless opportunities.
This was my first time abroad, and I have to say I connected with these countries much more intimately than I thought I would, especially France. It was cool to feel like a local going to "work" in these cities for a few days and then taking off and going on an adventure, whether it be to the Eiffel Tower, the Alte Pinakotek, paragliding, or seeing the Rosetta Stone! It was amazing to have the chance to actually visit companies and organizations that I have heard about or read about in books like the WTO, BMW, and Lloyd's of London.
This was a great trip for my first time abroad. Everything was well planned out and very interesting and I am glad for the experience! The faculty was really helpful and always checking in with us to make sure we were having a good time. I learned a lot travelling between the different countries. This was a truly unique experience and I would do it again in a heartbeat! This experience was 100% worthwhile and I learned a lot while traveling abroad! My Europe seminar with IBS was my first time traveling out of the country. I’ve traveled some within the United States, but traveling abroad is a completely different experience. In the States we’re so used to the same language being spoken everywhere you go, but in Europe it’s a different story entirely. This trip was amazing because I got to experience several different languages and cultures over the course of three weeks, as well as gain insight into living and working within the European Union. It was a great way to learn more about myself and make some amazing friends as well. There's nothing like studying abroad and I would recommend IBS to anyone interested in traveling internationally and learning more about international business.

When it comes to the IBS summer seminar in Europe, the overall experience was phenomenal! I've been over to Europe already through an exchange program as well as family vacations, but in all of my travels I really can't compare them to this past trip. The administration that was sent over with the rest of our group was amazing to say the least. Each one of the admins truly wanted to be there (not only because it was Europe) in order to give each of the students a great experience. With a number of different universities being part of the trip, there was a huge opportunity to network with others as well as the businesses that we met with. Transportation was also great! While the bus rides were long, it ended up being a great way to relax and rest up from prior days of running around. During the seminar, hotels were our main points of living for the entirety of the trip, while there were a few hotels that were quite small (due to being European), the hotels themselves offered everything that you would need while abroad. In general IBS put together a great trip, for anyone who is timid on studying abroad for an extended period of time should really look into this organization. The month long trip will definitely give you the right amount of culture shock while also keeping you from wanting to head back home!
A great way to visit several European countries, explore new places, & gain college credit without being confined to a classroom!! Wouldn't want to experience a study abroad any other way. 6 countries, 23 days, and so many memories. The educational experience is gained through visiting international businesses first hand which is both interesting and fun. Afterwards we get more than enough free time to explore each city!
Overall I had a great time studying abroad with International Business Seminars. It was a unique program that has been around for a long time, so they know what they are doing. I believe that IBS offers a lot more real life knowledge than a traditional study abroad program. I liked that we were not sitting in a classroom and that we were learning about actual businesses and their processes.
I choose IBS because I was very interested in their listed itinerary. The companies visited touched on every aspect of business, from entrepreneurship to marketing/advertising to co-operative associations. IBS offered what I was looking for in a good length of time. I learned the value of presenting yourself professionally and networking. I also learned the importance of respecting the cultures of other countries and adapting. My experience was definitely worthwhile.
Alumni and staff share what it's really like to go abroad

Grant Dockery
IES Abroad
AlumniThis was not my first experience studying abroad. I have always loved traveling and experiencing new cultures (I'm a big foodie). I also adore languag...
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Katie Brady
IES Abroad
AlumniI started taking German classes in high school because three years of a foreign language were required to graduate. By the second meeting, it had beco...
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Olivia Pincombe
iXperience
AlumniI love to explore different cultures, but I probably would not have ever studied abroad if not for the program iXperience offered.
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Myiah Smith
IES Abroad
AlumniHaving previously studied abroad my junior year of high school 2014-15 in Germany with the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX), a State Departmen...
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Bethany Melendez
European Study Center (ESC) Heidelberg
AlumniI was inspired to go abroad for many reasons. To name a few, I was eager to go abroad for the experience. I think that it is very important to travel ...
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Marieliz Morales Vega
TU Berlin Summer and Winter University
AlumniLiving on a little island gave me a reason to go abroad and see another part of the world. I grew up always wanting to know what it's like to not live...
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Jessica Peck
IES Abroad
AlumniLearning German has become a passion for me since entering college, so my primary reason for going abroad was to gain practical knowledge of German an...
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Cedric Seaman
University Studies Abroad Consortium
AlumniI study global culture and language, and have always wanted to travel internationally.
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Jake Ward
IES Abroad
AlumniI moved from the UK to the U.S. at age 16, and really learnt then what a huge impact living and/or studying in a new country can have on you. I wanted...
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Brittany Earle
University Studies Abroad Consortium
AlumniI learned German in high school and that made me want to see the country. I also have a German background from my Dad’s family.
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Darby Joyce
AIFS Abroad
AlumniAlthough I was required to study abroad as a component of my major, I most likely would have studied abroad regardless, due to my fascination with the...
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Jenna Kersten
Academic Programs International
AlumniI always wanted to travel as I was going up, and learning about other countries and cultures has always fascinated me. As such, when I was considering...
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Haley Thompson
CES Maastricht
AlumniBefore even applying for college, I knew I wanted to go abroad. Once I began college, I knew I had to go abroad. I knew that living abroad would enhan...
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Manuela Tauscher
IES Abroad
AlumniI went abroad in my first semester of college, and knew that I just had to go abroad again in my junior year. I went to London that first semester thr...
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Gabrielle Mahlmann
CES Maastricht
AlumniBeing able to learn about another culture and fully immerse myself in it, while still learning and having credits directly transfer back to my school.
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Emily Cole
AIFS Abroad
AlumniI've always been interested in other cultures and the teaching styles in different countries, so it only seemed appropriate to go abroad.
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Peter Bruno
IES Abroad
AlumniI've been fortunate enough to have been exposed to the wonders of traveling since I was in elementary school, when I took my first trip to Europe. Sin...
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Nell Poehlman
IES Abroad
AlumniI have always been excited by the world. I have a dream of wanting to see 100 countries in my lifetime. My majors are international business and inter...
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Kimberly Webber
IES Abroad
AlumniI was studying German in college and wanted the chance to learn it while in a German-speaking country. I'm also an international business major and wa...
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Madeleine Waltman
IES Abroad
AlumniNot only was it a requirement from my home school, but I’ve always wanted to go to Germany, and IES Abroad and Susquehanna University made it happen f...
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