Berlin, Germany

Winter Quarter - Business, Sustainability & Innovation

Study Abroad
Length:
Spring, Winter Quarter
Brandenburg Gate at dusk
Three students sit on the edge of Märchenbrunnen foundation in Berlin.
a group of students pose for a photo in front of a Berlin mural on the Berlin Wall
Grafitti in the U-Bahn station in Berlin, Germany.

At a Glance

Housing:

Apartment

Credits:

9 to 12 per Quarter

Language of Instruction:

English

Language Prerequisites:

None

About the Program

This quarter program, which takes place from early January through mid-March, takes full advantage of the city’s entrepreneurial spirit and Germany's position as an economic powerhouse and global leader in sustainability. The English-taught courses in topics such as Business Ethics, Marketing, and Global Business are viewed through the lens of Berlin and Germany, using local startups and corporations as case studies. You’ll learn firsthand how to navigate the significant challenges involved in balancing financial success with sustainability to pave the way for a better future.

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Berlin Will Be Your Classroom

Courses take advantage of Berlin's historic and cultural sites.

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Travel throughout Germany

Take trips to Munich and Potsdam.

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Follow Your Academic Interests

Supplement your studies with German-centric business courses.

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Study in the Historical Center of Berlin

Which has vibrant cafes, restaurants, and galleries.

Program Advisor

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Sabrina Wu

Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300 ✉️ study@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

An arial view of Berlin, Germany.

Why Berlin?

You mean besides being a cosmopolitan, diverse, exciting, and endlessly explorable city brimming with creativity, innovation, new ideas, and boundless energy? Well, there’s also the fact that Berlin is at the center of European and global politics and economics and, along with the rest of Germany, it leads the way in sustainability efforts, with an ambitious plan to become completely carbon neutral by 2050. 

Berlin is the home to countless innovative startups, many of which also focus on sustainability issues. At the same time, Germany is home to major manufacturing multinationals (think Volkswagen, Bayer, BMW, Siemens, and many more). 

Learn More About Berlin

Get to Know Your New City

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Relax in Parks & Green Space

Stroll, cycle, swim, or picnic in one of Berlin's 2,500 parks.

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Visit Neighborhoods

The city's neighborhoods give Berlin its unique character.

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Observe the Architecture

See restored buildings juxtaposed against modern structures.

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Check Out the East Side Gallery

The Berlin Wall is now an outdoor art exhibition.

The Student Experience

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Housing

A student apartment in Berlin with a view overlooking the city
  • Apartment

Apartment

You will live in a single studio with a private bathroom and kitchenette. Students typically prepare their own meals in their housing or dine in student cafeterias or affordable restaurants. No meals are provided with this housing option. All studios include high-speed internet. Laundromats are available at extra cost.

Academics