Examining how multi-layered systems interact in a modern business setting is at the core of this collaborative program designed by the IES Abroad Berlin Center and partner Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. In a blending learning experience of lectures, business visits, cultural tours, and targeted coursework, you build an understanding of how to apply technology to solve business needs in the modern economy of Berlin. You study the nexus of applications, databases, networks, servers, and communications in the nexus of continental European commerce.
Strategic Information Technology with IES Abroad Berlin
About the Program
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At a Glance
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About the University
About IES Abroad Berlin Center
The Center is where our highly trained local staff provide on-the-ground support throughout your time abroad.
The IES Abroad Berlin Center is located in the city’s historical Center called Mitte. Whether you’re taking a stroll through the nearby Humboldt University, bopping around the world-famous Museum Island, or commuting past the Brandenburg Gate, the Center is your study abroad hub.
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Courses
In a two-week program with strategic informational technology at its heart, you find the time to not only learn how multi-layered systems interact in a European business setting but you also have regular German lessons, accompany experts on excursions to the capital’s tech-focused museums—the German Museum of Technology, Berlin Museum for Communication, and the concept-rich Futurium—and enjoy lectures from leading IT strategists. Ultimately, you produce coursework using the facilities at your program hub, IES Abroad Berlin Center.
Get To Know Our Application Process
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Personalize Your Study Abroad Plan With Your SAF Counselor
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
Application Requirements
The requirements outlined in this section include the language proficiency scores you may need to demonstrate your language skills, a guide to the GPA range and other academic prerequisites required by your host university, and a list of documentation and other application materials you will need to finalize your application. You may need to supply additional information throughout the process, and you will be alerted through your emails and SAF Student Portal if this is the case for you.
Language Test Score Requirements
Each study tour has slightly different language requirements, based on the complexity of the CET-4 (China): 530
- CET-6 (China): 500
- Duolingo English Test (DET): 105
- IELTS: 6.5
- iTEP: 4.5
- TOEFL: 80 iBT
- TOEIC: 685
Program Dates
When studying abroad, you will want to consider the time of year and how long you are away. Most programs follow the host university's academic calendar.
The dates shown below are general estimates, and as you get closer to the start of the term, you will get more detailed information from SAF. If you have any questions, your Student Counsellor and Program Specialist are always here to support you and point you to the correct information.
Housing Information
As academic study tours are typically a short, intense period of exploration and discovery, with a narrow lens on a specific theme, they usually last a few weeks—shorter than the normal study abroad experience—and sometimes travel to multiple destinations.
For this reason, SAF arranges the best short-term student accommodation, which usually means the cohort stays in hotels or hostels during term time and, for summer programs, in university campus or off campus, private residence halls. Each program has different accommodation requirements, so SAF plans for each diligently. Program advisors can share more detailed information and field additional questions.
About Berlin
Why Berlin
Avant-garde, innovative, and with a strong, vibrant culture, Germany’s capital and largest city, Berlin, is a thrilling pace to experience. Perhaps because of its tumultuous past, Berlin is a city of rebirth and continually reinvents itself. This focus on the future is part of its culture. Berlin is young and forward-thinking, welcoming, and energetic, with a creative and artistic spirit.
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Advising and Support
The process of studying abroad could quickly feel overwhelming, but we have been doing this for decades and do everything we can to support you through it.
Many SAF staff are alumni and have walked this path. They have real-life experience to draw on as they advise and support you through every step of our comprehensive services. They’re in your corner, taking care of all the details and explaining what you need to do next.
Take the first step in your study abroad journey by scheduling a consultation with your closest Student Counselor. You can discuss your for-credit academic courses and language programs and explore internships, research programs, and study tours. When you know what you want to do, we guide you through the pre-program steps, help you arrange your visa and transport, and finalize your accommodation or digital experience.
Get To Know Our Application Process
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Personalize Your Study Abroad Plan With Your SAF Counselor
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
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Why Travel With SAF?
Studying abroad is an unforgettable experience, one that stays with you in your career, your contacts, your future. It can define you. At any of our prestigious university partners, you can build personalized for-credit programs that can last up to a whole year.