Master in Business, Language and Culture - Business and Development Studies

Copenhagen Business School is one of Europe’s leading business schools, located in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. Founded in 1917, CBS serves a student community of over 20,800, including more than 3,400 international students, and offers 59 programs across undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Programs cover business administration, economics, finance and management with a focus on preparing students for leadership roles in an interconnected global economy.

The curriculum at CBS blends rigorous research with hands-on learning and strong industry connections. Students benefit from applied projects, internships and case-based courses that bring theory to practice, while faculty engage in cutting-edge research that informs teaching. The school maintains partnerships with companies and public institutions, creating pathways for placements, entrepreneurship and collaborative research that enhance career readiness and real-world impact.

International students will find extensive support services, English-taught programs and active student organizations that ease the transition to life in Copenhagen. Career services, mentorship programs and incubator resources help graduates enter the job market or launch startups. Prospective applicants should review program requirements and deadlines, explore scholarship and exchange opportunities, and connect with admissions advisors to identify study pathways that match their professional goals and interests.

The Master in Business, Language and Culture - Business and Development Studies at Copenhagen Business School is a 2-year program that teaches students to analyze the interaction between international business and economic development. This Master degree is for students who want to operate and manage activities in developing countries and emerging markets. The program helps students develop a strong focus on the economic and cultural conditions of these countries.

The curriculum focuses on firm strategy, organisation, and management in developing countries and emerging markets. Students learn about the challenges and opportunities of operating in these contexts and develop their academic writing and oral competencies in English and another language, such as French, German, or Spanish. The program includes hands-on components that help students understand the particular conditions of emerging markets and developing countries.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as International Business Development Managers, Emerging Markets Analysts, Global Supply Chain Managers, or Development Consultants. They can work in European firms that operate in emerging markets, or in organisations that focus on economic development and international trade. With their strong language skills and knowledge of cultural conditions, they can also work as Export Managers or International Trade Specialists, helping firms navigate global markets.