Experience Your Studies: Excursions in the program of International Business and Management, B.A.
Studying means more than just attending lectures in a lecture hall! Our diverse excursions give you the opportunity to connect theory with practice, gain valuable insights into companies, and share unforgettable experiences as a group. Whether in Germany or abroad – our excursions bring you up close to the real business world!
Reading Weeks
Every year during the winter semester, we use the Reading Week for exciting multi-day excursions to leading companies and economic centers. Here’s an overview of our destinations in recent years:
📍 Wolfsburg – Autostadt 🚗
Experience the future of the automotive industry and visit Volkswagen’s impressive Autostadt.
📍 Papenburg & Bremen – Meyer Werft & Beck’s Brauerei⚓
Learn how the largest cruise ships are built and discover the rich tradition of beer production.
📍 Bloemfontein & Cape Town (South Africa) – Summer School "Doing Business in and with South Africa" 🇿🇦
Experience what it means to work in South Africa – up close and hands-on.
📍 Frankfurt – Deutsche Börse, ECB & Cider Press 💰
Gain deep insights into the financial world, visit the European Central Bank, and learn more about the production of regional apple juices.
Excursions within study modules
Throughout the semester, we also use excursions to connect our course content with practical experience. Here are some highlights from recent years:
📦 Supply Chain Management & Logistics 🚚
Visits to various logistics companies in the region – a must for anyone interested in global supply chains!
🚢 DuisPort (Inland Port) ⚓
Project-oriented excursion to Europe’s largest inland port, focusing on logistics and infrastructure.
🏭 Pfeifer & Langen Kalkar 🍬
Discover how sugar is produced and gain practical insights into its manufacturing process.
🔧 PROBAT Werke in Emmerich ☕
Experience the world of coffee processing up close at one of the leading companies in coffee roasting technology.
🌍 International Cooperation Projects 🤝
Annual cooperation project with The Hague University of Applied Sciences, including project days in The Hague, NL, and Kleve.
Any Questions?
Do you have questions or ideas for new excursions? Get in touch with us! We look forward to exploring the world of business together. 🚀
📍 Head of Program
Prof. Dr. Philipp Schorn & Prof. Dr. Ralf Bauer
„Our goal is to provide you with a solid and practice-oriented education that prepares you optimally for an international career.“
📍 Program Management
Fabian Dargel, M.Sc.
„I ensure that your studies run smoothly and that you receive all the important information. At the same time, I serve as a sparring partner for your ideas.“
📧 ib-fgo@hochschule-rhein-waal.de
📞 +49 (0)2821 / 80673-9785