Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL)

Erasmus Mundus International Master
GLOCAL student

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Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) brings together students from many disciplines, such as the humanities, liberal arts and social sciences. You will receive theoretical grounding in international business and global economies but will be encouraged to think about how global processes influence local contexts.

You get the chance to study at three world-class universities in different countries, deepening your cultural intelligence and strengthening your language skills. And you receive diplomas from all three universities when you finish the programme.

Key Facts & Figures

Type
Master
Degree
MA
Mode of study
Full-time
Instruction language
English
Duration
2 years
Study points (EC)
120
Start date
September
Application Deadline (EEA)
All year round
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The study programme in a nutshell

Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programme taught over 2 years by a consortium of 7 universities. GLOCAL is an integrated, international programme interrogating the history, theory, institutions and cultures of global capitalism. It is a combination of social sciences and humanities approaches. You will receive a theoretical grounding in international business and the global economy and will be encouraged to think critically about the respective roles of individuals, firms, cities, regions, nations and supra-national bodies in determining and shaping the world in which we live.

Why this study

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Introduction | Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL)

What you will learn

  • Receive a robust theoretical grounding in international business and the global economy from a historical perspective;
  • enhance your learning experience with an internship;
  • deepen your cultural intelligence and language skills by studying at a minimum of three different universities;
  • learn from associate partners from around the world during specialist master classes and guest lectures;
  • approaches local competitiveness from an evolutionary development perspective that takes into account the advantages of current-day globalisation.
Programme overview

Career opportunities after graduation

With your knowledge about globalised economies and local creativity, you will be an asset for many international governmental institutions, companies, or organisations.

This could be your future

What do our students think?

Wei Jen Lu

Wei Jen Lu - Student Master Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL)

GLOCAL for me is more than just an academic journey; it has been an adventure that has prepared me for the complexities of the global landscape, enriched by the diversity of its participants and the strength of the community we've built together.
GLOCAL for me is more than just an academic journey; it has been an adventure that has prepared me for the complexities of the global landscape, enriched by the diversity of its participants and the strength of the community we've built together.

Coming from a background in the non-profit sector, I was acutely aware of how complex human-centric issues could be, and I recognized the urgent need to enhance my research skills to navigate these challenges effectively. What struck me initially about GLOCAL was its holistic, multidisciplinary approach to understanding global challenges, combining insights from various fields to provide a comprehensive outlook on the issues at hand.

A truly global understanding 

One of the best parts of GLOCAL has been the diversity within our cohort. Having peers from various backgrounds around the globe has been incredibly inspiring. It has broadened my horizons and encouraged me to approach problems in ways I had never considered before. This melting pot of ideas and cultures has been both a source of inspiration and a valuable learning experience, illustrating the program's strength in fostering a truly global understanding.

Mobility 

The journey through GLOCAL has not been without its challenges, particularly the aspect of mobility. Moving between countries, dealing with housing, visa applications, and acclimating to different academic and cultural environments has been daunting. Yet, these challenges have spurred growth, equipping me with a unique set of skills in global mobility that are invaluable in today's interconnected world. Moreover, the shared experiences of navigating these challenges have forged deep bonds among us. By the end of the first semester, I realized that despite being far from home and continually adapting to new places, the friendships and support network we built meant I was never truly alone.

GLOCAL for me is more than just an academic journey; it has been an adventure that has prepared me for the complexities of the global landscape, enriched by the diversity of its participants and the strength of the community we've built together.

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