Full-time education at the country’s leading university
from anywhere in the world
HSE Online is the online campus of the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University), the leading Russian university by number of full-time online programs and the students enrolled in them. We have over 30 years of experience in education and research, and more than 12 years in online education.
We combine academic expertise, cutting-edge technology, and industry trends so that you not only gain up-to-date knowledge and skills but also shape the future job market.
We combine academic expertise, cutting-edge technology, and industry trends so that you not only gain up-to-date knowledge and skills but also shape the future job market.
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About the program
The online Master of International Business program prepares professionals for leadership roles in global corporations.
The curriculum is deeply integrated with the real world of business, so you can build a successful career in international companies or launch a global startup.
This is the only program in Russia ranked among the top 150 master's programs worldwide in the QS "Business and Management" category.
Convenient class times
Classes take place in the evenings on weekdays and in the afternoon on Saturdays Moscow time
Convenient digital environment
Classes are held via MTS Link, Yandex Telemost, Zoom, and HSE’s SmartLMS platform
Practical application focus
You will work on real business cases, participate in masterclasses, guest lectures, training sessions, and seminars led by top managers from international companies. In your first year, you will complete a real consulting project for a partner company
Internship opportunities
In the second year, you will complete an 8-week internship at your current workplace or with program partners
Networking opportunities
You will communicate with top managers and expert practitioners from the business world, build professional connections, and integrate into the professional environment
Career development assistance
In the "Career Development" course, you will learn how to build a professional track, create strong resumes, portfolios, and self-presentations. And we will share open positions and internships from our partners
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How the program is delivered
We recommend setting aside about 40 hours per week for classes and independent study.
In addition to required courses, you can choose elective courses and create a personalized study plan.
In addition to required courses, you can choose elective courses and create a personalized study plan.
The curriculum is subject to minor changes. We adapt it to industry trends and take into account feedback from students, instructors, and experts.
- Introduction to Financial and Managerial
- Accounting International Marketing
- Theoretical Foundations of International Business Mentor
- Seminar "International Business in New Realities"
- International Corporate Finance
- International Business Consulting
- Strategic Management of International Companies
- Techniques for Conducting International Business
- Mentor Seminar "International Business in New Realities
- International Business Consulting
- Strategic Management of International Companies
- Techniques for Conducting International Business
- Global Brand Management
- International Political Economy and the Interaction of Business and Politics
- International Marketing Research
- International Financial Management
- Legal Aspects of International Business
- Digital and Traditional Channels of International Advertising
- Mentor Seminar "International Business in New Realities"
- Applied project "Strategies and Procedures for Business Internationalization"
- Venture Capital
- International Entrepreneurship
- International Commercial Transactions
- International Marketing Strategies
- International Finance: Advanced Level
- International Operations Management and Supply Chain Management
- Legal Aspects of International Business
- Digital Marketing Strategy Management and Market Adaptation
- Mentor Seminar "International Business in New Realities"
- Mentor Seminar "International Business in New Realities"
- Work placement
- Mentor Seminar "International Business in New Realities"
- Preparation of the thesis
- Defense of the thesis
Examples of student projects and theses
Changing the logo as competitive factor in international business: case studies of the brands Pepsi and Chernogolovka
Darya Borodkina
2025
The impact of AI on the efficiency of supply chain management in retail companies in domestic and foreign developed markets, using the example of Amazon in the USA and Germany
Anastasia Ivanova
2025
Similarities and Differences in Digital Marketing Strategies of Western Luxury Brands in Emerging and Developed Asian Markets: A Case Study of CHANEL and DIOR in China and South Korea
Margarita Kosik
2025
Ways to Mitigate Operational Disruption Risks in Cross-Border Maritime Logistics in Europe and Asia: A Case Study of Maersk
Nikita Lamnev
2025
Our professors are leading practitioners and scholars at HSE
Irina Kratko
Academic Director of the Program, Associate Professor
Almaz Miftakhov
President of the Emerging Markets Cluster at Novartis
Evgeny Sidelnikov
Head of Digital Planning at Group4Media
Nikita Nazarov
Executive Director at a major Russian financial institution
Lyudmila Adyan
Procurement Business Partner at a major international manufacturer of consumer goods
Vladimir Lisnyak
President of the Pericles Autonomous Nonprofit Organization
Maria Pinson
Senior Brand Manager at an international consumer goods company
Sergey Krokhalev
Partner at Melling, Voitishkin & Partners
Maksim Shevchenko
Marketing Director at Hailon, Marketing Director at GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare
Irina Kratko
Academic Director of the Program, Associate Professor
Almaz Miftakhov
President of the Emerging Markets Cluster at Novartis
Evgeny Sidelnikov
Head of Digital Planning at Group4Media
Nikita Nazarov
Executive Director at a major Russian financial institution
Lyudmila Adyan
Procurement Business Partner at a major international manufacturer of consumer goods
Vladimir Lisnyak
President of the Pericles Autonomous Nonprofit Organization
Maria Pinson
Senior Brand Manager at an international consumer goods company
Sergey Krokhalev
Partner at Melling, Voitishkin & Partners
Maksim Shevchenko
Marketing Director at Hailon, Marketing Director at GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare
How to enroll
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Start your studies
You are now an online student — congratulations!
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Sign the contract and pay for your studies
Everything is done online, which is quick and convenient
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Take an online interview in English
If you have a certificate demonstrating English proficiency at the B2 level (upper-intermediate) or higher, please include it in your portfolio. In that case, you will not need to take the interview
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Pass a Portfolio Review
Attach your resume, cover letter, and letters of recommendation, as well as your achievements. We will notify you of your portfolio assessment results by August 15
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Submit your application on Gosuslugi
You will need your passport and college diploma
All the benefits of in‑person learning and the advantages of online study
State-recognized diploma
You will receive a state-recognized master’s degree diploma in the field of 38.04.02 "Management" from the National Research University Higher School of Economics, with a supplement translated into English. The document will not indicate that the program was completed online
Study from
anywhere in the world
There’s no need to move to Moscow and you can study wherever you feel most comfortable. And if you’d like to visit HSE’s campus, we’ll help you arrange a visitor pass and look forward to seeing you
The opportunity to balance work and study
Course lectures are available immediately after if you can’t join live so that you can watch them at any time. Live classes are held on weekday evenings and are later made available as recordings. This allows you to continue your career while fitting your studies into your schedule
Student status, access to HSE’s online resources, and the option to visit campus
You have all the same benefits as HSE’s on-campus students
from ₽200,000
Junior Specialist
up to 1 year of experience
from ₽300,000
Middle Specialist
1–3 years of experience
from ₽500,000
Lead
more than 3 years of experience
Career
Resume after graduation
Mikhail Afanasyev
Manager of the International Department
Master’s Degree in International Business, HSE University
(Skills)
- Analyze domestic and international markets
- Assess the political and economic opportunities and risks of doing business in specific countries and regions
- Manage corporate finance in international companies and make investment decisions
- Conduct international business negotiations
- Understand the specifics of doing business within the political, legal, and sociocultural contexts of various countries
- Implement business internationalization projects
- Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, develop and assess business ideas, and create business plans for establishing companies abroad
- Develop international marketing strategies and effectively utilize marketing and advertising tools
- Manage consulting projects
- Address strategic planning challenges and select the optimal corporate strategy for an international company
- Identify, analyze, and present the data necessary for conducting research or implementing an international project
Testimonials from our online students about their experiences studying at HSE Online
Dmitry Prokhorov
Program student
The program has laid a solid foundation for my future, combining instruction from leading experts across various industries, an international context, and a wide range of career opportunities.
Yulia Avramidi
Program student
For me, the program is valuable because it combines instruction in English, a strong academic foundation, a practice-oriented approach, and real international opportunities.
Dmitry Prokhorov
Program student
The program has laid a solid foundation for my future, combining instruction from leading experts across various industries, an international context, and a wide range of career opportunities. Here, I gained valuable knowledge, immersed myself in an international business environment, found like‑minded peers, and took important steps toward my dream career.
In my opinion, it’s hard to find another program today that offers such a strong combination of academic training and practical experience.
In my opinion, it’s hard to find another program today that offers such a strong combination of academic training and practical experience.
Yulia Avramidi
Program student
For me, the program is valuable because it combines instruction in English, a strong academic foundation, a practice-oriented approach, and real international opportunities.
A particularly important part of my education was the opportunity to go on an exchange and study in Frankfurt at the International School of Management, which allowed me to gain valuable cross-cultural experience and better understand the international business environment.
A particularly important part of my education was the opportunity to go on an exchange and study in Frankfurt at the International School of Management, which allowed me to gain valuable cross-cultural experience and better understand the international business environment.
Tuition fees
280 000 ₽
per term
4 terms in total
Program Benefits
Installment plans available
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Aldabergenova
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Tatyana
Rylova
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Q&A
The program’s name in official documents is "International Business."
Yes, since this is a master’s program, you can only enroll if you have a bachelor’s or specialist degree.
Not necessary, we welcome applicants from any field of study to the program.
The entrance requirement for the program is a portfolio review. To learn how to put together a strong portfolio and understand the evaluation criteria, sign up for a free consultation.
After we review your portfolio, we will invite you to an online interview. If you have a certificate demonstrating English proficiency at the B2 level (upper-intermediate or higher), please include it in your portfolio. In that case, you will not need to attend an interview.
After we review your portfolio, we will invite you to an online interview. If you have a certificate demonstrating English proficiency at the B2 level (upper-intermediate or higher), please include it in your portfolio. In that case, you will not need to attend an interview.
You will need your passport and a college diploma.
To feel comfortable in the program, the minimum required level of English proficiency is B2 (upper-intermediate).
Classes are held in the evening on weekdays and in the afternoon on Saturdays (Moscow time). This way, you can continue your career and fit your studies into your schedule.
We recommend setting aside about 40 hours a week for classes and independent study.
We recommend setting aside about 40 hours a week for classes and independent study.
The program lasts two years, and this is a fixed duration. At the end of the second year, you will defend your final thesis.
You will receive a state-recognized master’s degree diploma in the field of 38.04.02 Management from the National Research University Higher School of Economics, with a supplement translated into English. The document will not indicate that the program was completed online.
No, classes are delivered fully online in real time. Graduates receive a state-recognized diploma with a supplement translated into English. The document will not indicate that you studied online.
No, you do not need to visit HSE University campuses; you will submit your documents and defend your thesis online.
Tuition can be paid in four installments. The first installment is due upon signing the enrollment agreement, and the subsequent installments are due before the start of each semester.
Let us know what you’d like to do. We’ll then draw up an installment agreement in addition to the main contract and divide the tuition cost into a number of regular payments that work for you. Interest will not accrue.
Yes, in that case, we will draw up a tripartite agreement between you, your employer, and the university, and issue an invoice for payment.
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