———— Master of Science ———— INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ECONOMICS & INTERNATIONAL MARKETING .dk Learning seriouslyaau affectswww. your brain GRADUATE PROFILE 2014-2016 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTRE Department of Business and Management Fibigerstræde 10, DK-9220 Aalborg, Denmark Phone: + 45 99 40 80 51 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ibc.aau.dk Preface We would like to introduce you to our MSc programmes in International Business Economics and International Marketing. Both programmes are offered by the International Business Centre (www.ibc.aau.dk) at the Department of Business and Management of Aalborg University. The programs are designed to strengthen our students’ abilities in identifying and solving real business problems by applying theories and models in international business economics and international marketing to practical business situations. Students’ problem- solving abilities are further enhanced through internship programs in foreign companies and/or institutions. We grant admission to students from more than 30 different nationalities, which can be a valuable source of new insight and knowledge for your organization. This Student Profile Brochure gives you an insight into our methods of teaching, the competencies of our students, and the possible contributions that they could make to your company or institution. The personal profiles of full-time students enrolled in the two Master’s programmes in September 201 are also presented herein. We hope the information we provide will create a number of opportunities for cooperation between your company or institution and our International Business Centre; opportunities such as company-based projects, internships, and employment. You are also welcome to contact us to discuss in more detail possible venues for cooperation as well as to let us know of any specific vacancies you may have at present or in the future. We will readily circulate such information among our students and encourage them to contact you. We are also at your service at any time to answer any queries that you may have on our programs or our students. Kindly visit our website: www.ibc.aau.dk. It provides additional information about our programmes, staff, research interests, publications, and professional competencies. Svetla Marinova, BSc, MSc, MBA, PhD Coordinator MSc IBE/IM and BSc EBA Associate Professor Email: [email protected] Phone: (+45) 9940 8227 Birgitte Krogner Programme Secretary Email: [email protected] Phone: (+45) 9940 8051 September, 201 MSc in International Business Economics The MSc in International Business Economics is a two-year program. We give admission to students from more than 30 different countries each year. The program aims at developing students’ competencies in the following areas: z Analysis and evaluation of companies’ opportunities in the global market. z Analysis of economic, social, and cultural aspects of international business management. z Leadership and international human resource management. z Formulation of international business strategies. Students take the following core courses during their first and second semesters: Courses ECTS Globalization and the Internationalization of Companies in a Value Chain Perpective 7 E-Business 8 Business Research Methods 5 Internationel Business in a Theoretical and Methodological Perspective 10 Inter-cultural Manegement, Leadership and International Human Resource 7 Management Transnational Business Strategies in a Legal and Financial Perspective 8 International Business in a Analytical and Strategic Perspective 15 During the 3rd semester, our students are required to conduct an internship in a foreign company/institution. The internship has the following objectives: z To strengthen students’ abilities to apply theories/models in solving specific organizational problems z To further improve their language skills z To acquire skills in living and working in new organizations and cultures Students write a thesis on a topic of their choice during the 4th semester. The thesis demonstrates each student’s ability to investigate complex theoretical and/or practical issues in international business. 2 ii MSc in International Marketing The MSc in International Marketing is a two-year program. We give admission to about 40 students from 15 different countries each year. The program aims at developing students’ competencies in the following areas: z Analysis and evaluation of companies’ market opportunities in the global business environment. z Developing models and tools that improve executives’ international marketing decisions. z Formulating strategies that help companies to achieve their international marketing objectives. Students take the following core courses during their first and second semesters: Courses ECTS Globalization and the Internationalization of Companies in a Value Chain Perpective 7 E-Business 8 Business Research Methods 5 Internationel Business in a Theoretical and Methodological Perspective 10 Inter-cultural Manegement, Leadership and International Human Resource 7 Management Transnational Business Strategies in a Legal and Financial Perspective 8 International Business in a Analytical and Strategic Perspective 15 During the 3rd semester our students are required to conduct an internship in a company/institution. The internship has the following objectives: z To give students additional practical experience z To further improve their language skills z To acquire skills in living and working in new organizations and cultures Students write a thesis on a topic of their choice during the 4th semester. The thesis demonstrates the student’s ability to investigate complex theoretical and/or practical issues in international marketing 3 iii iv Lorin-David Balota Age: 24 Nationality: Romania E-mail: [email protected] Education and professional qualifications 2013-2015 MSc in International Marketing, Aalborg University, Denmark 2010-2013 Bachelor in Marketing, Oradea University, Faculty of Economics, Romania Business experience June 2011 – August 2014 SC Poiana Management Service SRL Romania My position, in this bed and breakfast, was that of public relations and general marketing. My main tasks where related to client service, booking and pre-arrival procedures to front desk reception and tending to the needs of the arrived clients. I was also in charge of the marketing aspect: social media page maintenance, content creation, publicity campaigns and tourism site account management. February 2014 – August 2014 Living Hope Foundation Romania I held the position of project manager in this non-profit organization. The objective of the project that I ran was to help people in underdeveloped parts of the country sustain themselves through agriculture. My main activities where communicating with the people that where being help and with the people sponsoring the initiative, gathering information, setting up the framework in which a collective would work, finding out a good outlet for the products and other management activities. Career objectives To obtain an analyst position in the marketing department of a large organization. Preferably in the entertainment industry and with a young and ambitious staff and management that challenge you permanently and help you become a better professional. Skills Language: Romanian (mother language), English ( C2, CEFR), Italian (basic), French (basic) IT: Office/Windows, programing: C, C++, HTML, Pascal, C#, hardware repair. Leisure In my spare time I like reading fiction books, hiking in nature, playing football and e-sports and especially like traveling. 1 Pálma Borsi Age: 21 years Nationality: Romanian E-mail: [email protected] Education and professional qualifications 2014-2016 MSc in International Business Economics, Aalborg University, Denmark 2011-2014 Bachelor in Finance and Banking, “Babes-Bolyai” University, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Romania Feb. 2013-July 2013 Erasmus Program in Maribor, Slovenia at University of Maribor, Faculty of Economics and Business Aug. 2013-Sept. 2013 Internship in Oradea, Romania at International OTP Bank, Finance Department Business experience March 2012- August 2014 Student Organization Romania Program Coordinator in three main projects related to academic studies. My core responsibilities were to control and monitor the stages of the project, moreover to gather the significant information in order to facilitate the course of the project. June 2011- August 2012 Sc GEPALMA Srl Romania As an Accountant, in a family business. I was responsible for measuring the results of the business’ economic activities, taking care of the balance sheet and making monthly reports. Career objectives To succeed in a growing and challenging environment, and to earn a job which provides me job satisfaction and self-development, moreover helps me to achieve personal and organizational goals. I would like to perform and to further improve my knowledge in the international business field, regarding the financial part of the business. I am highly interested in financial analysis, corporate foresight and business negotiations. Skills Language: Hungarian (mother tongue), Romanian (fluent), English (fluent). IT: PC use knowledge, MS Office (2003, 2007, 2010), Internet Leisure I adore dancing, especially Latin dances, drawing, reading and volunteering. Furthermore, I enjoy traveling around Europe and getting acquainted with different cultures and habits. 2 Margie Bosseva Age: 22 Nationality: Bulgarian E-mail: [email protected] Education