What Makes Us Special?
In a world full of challenges, you want to make a difference. You’re looking for a place where you can develop your ideas—a university that will help you grow personally. Welcome to your studies at a unique institution—the University of St.Gallen!
The University of St.Gallen (HSG) is one of Europe’s leading business schools and holds top rankings at world level.
At HSG, you will be called upon to tackle practical professional issues with full dedication at the highest academic level in the fields of economics, law, social sciences, international relations, and computer science. Are you ready to take on responsibility? Are you open-minded and value the power of diversity? Are you curious and ready for new perspectives on the problems of our time?
The University of St.Gallen (HSG) is a vibrant place to study. Alongside German and, of course, Swiss German, you will hear a lot of English spoken on campus. Highly dedicated students from all over the world come together here. The HSG campus has a truly distinctive atmosphere and is located in a city that offers great quality of life – perfect for settling in quickly and embarking on stress-free study.
Four out of five Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates have at least one offer of employment by the time they graduate. A University of St.Gallen (HSG) qualification is recognised internationally as an indicator of high quality and, as a result, you are likely to receive multiple offers as you look to start your career. Alternatively, you may prefer to set up your own company – HSG graduates create a higher than average number of start-ups, most of them with international impact.
Rankings are an instant indicator of high quality and serve as an important guide – both for you and for us. We are delighted to have regularly topped the leading national and international business school rankings for so many years. Accreditations also attest to our consistently high quality, as evidenced by external audits, and add to the excellent reputation of the University of St.Gallen (HSG).
What to Expect on Campus
The University of St. Gallen (HSG) offers a unique campus experience that combines academic excellence with an inspiring atmosphere. Located on a hill above the city, the campus provides stunning views of St. Gallen and the surrounding mountains.
Students can expect modern lecture halls, a state-of-the-art library, and various study spaces that encourage both focused work and collaboration. The campus architecture, featuring works of renowned artists, creates a distinctive and cultural environment.
Beyond academics, HSG has a vibrant student life. More than 140 student associations and clubs provide opportunities to connect, pursue interests, and build lasting friendships. The sports facilities, cafeteria, and nearby nature make the campus a place where both mind and body are nurtured.
In short: the HSG campus is international, inspiring, and personal – a place where you not only study, but also grow as an individual and as part of a community.
Living in the City
St.Gallen offers its approximately 80,000 inhabitants a historically valuable old town. The narrow streets with many shops, cosy restaurants and bars at every corner create an atmosphere you can’t help falling in love with. The Abbey District, with the baroque cathedral and Abbey Library, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and thus of international significance. Further cultural highlights include performances at the City Theatre, the Concert Hall, the St.Gallen Festivals, as well as exhibitions in numerous museums. Particularly popular with students is the St.Gallen Open Air, a three-day music festival with bands and artists from around the world.
Also check out the Instragram account of thisismysaintgallen.
Living Expenses
Although Switzerland is not famous for its affordability, St.Gallen is one of the less expensive cities in Switzerland. You can expect monthly expenditures of about the following:
- Accommodation (rent plus utilities): CHF 700 to CHF 1050
- Food: CHF 600
- Communication (telephone, internet, TV): CHF 70
- Transport (public and private): CHF 180
- Insurances (liability, health): CHF 100 to CHF 280
- Leisure activities: CHF 150
- Other: CHF 100 to CHF 150
CEMS Club St. Gallen
The CEMS Club St Gallen (CCSG) is the local CEMS student association that enhances student life and fosters relationships between corporate partners, CEMS Alumni and CEMS students. By complementing the academic program with various social and professional events, the CCSG forms an integral part of the University of St.Gallen's vibrant CEMS life.
Read more about CEMS Student Life.
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Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Programme?
CEMS MIM is a programme at the University of St.Gallen that must be completed in parallel to one of the regular HSG Master’s programmes. It can be combined with most of the HSG Master's programmes offered. This way, you can combine International Management expertise with International Affairs, International Law, Banking and Finance, Marketing, and many more specialisations.
1.5 to 2 years
Early September
DEGREE CONNECTED TO THE CEMS MIM
- Master of Arts in Marketing Management
- Master of Arts in Strategy and International Management
- Master of Arts in International Affairs and Governance
- Master of Arts in Business Innovation
- Master of Arts in Accounting and Corporate Finance
- Master of Arts in Banking and Finance
- Master of Arts in Economics
- Master of Arts in Quantitative Economics and Finance
- Master of Arts in Law and Economics
- Master of Arts in General Management
- Master of Arts in Management, Organization Studies and Cultural Theory
- Master of Arts in Law
- Master of Arts in International Law
- Master of Science in Computer Science
Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Term Abroad?
As an exchange student at HSG, you'll immerse yourself in a vibrant academic and social environment. Beyond the collaborative learning atmosphere, St.Gallen offers a charming historical city with a rich cultural scene, from the UNESCO World Heritage Abbey District to the lively St.Gallen Open Air festival. You'll have access to excellent campus facilities, including extensive study spaces, diverse dining options, and a wide range of sports activities through Unisport. While Switzerland can be perceived as expensive, St.Gallen is one of the more affordable cities. Get ready for an enriching experience both on and off campus!
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Curriculum Overview
Please see the CEMS MIM Curriculum overview to understand how the offerings on this page fit into the CEMS MIM programme.
For more information, including:
- Course Selection Process
- Academic Expectations
- Grading
...please see this school's fact sheet.
Academic year
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Course code Title Type of course Teaching mode Start date End date View Information on Electives Elective In person 2023 2023 View 7,906,1.00 Value Creating Sales Strategies: How to Make an Impact Exclusive In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-11 View 7,914,1.00 Managing Organizational Behavior in a Complex and Volatile World Exclusive In person 2023-09-18 2023-11-24 View 9,120,1.00 Board Governance Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-11-04 View 9,334,1.00 Theoretical Behavioural Finance Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,066,1.00 Clean Energy Marketing Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-11 View 9,268,1.00 Political Economics Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,245,1.00 Grand Challenge: Corporate Sustainability Management Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-10-23 View 7,246,1.00 Grand Challenge: Nachhaltige Start-Ups Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,168,1.00 Climate Finance Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,116,1.00 Digital Auditing Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,234,1.00 Managing Collaborative Innovation for Net-Zero Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-11 View 7,044,1.00 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Elective In person 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View 7,922,1.00 Changes in Global Business: Impact of the BRIC Countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Exclusive Online 2023-09-19 2023-12-14 View 7,922,1.00 Changes in Global Business: Impact of the BRIC Countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Global Elective / Exclusive Online 2023-09-19 2023-12-14 View 7,926,1.00 Introduction to Machine Learning in R Hard Skills / Elective Hybrid 2023-09-19 2023-12-05 View 7,916,1.00 Elites and Sustainable Value Creation: China, the US and the Global Political Economy Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-10-27 View 7,232,1.00 Unternehmensführung in Klein- und Mittelunternehmen (KMU) Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-11-17 View 7,682,1.00 Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and the Algorithmic Society Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-12-19 View 7,740,1.00 Business and Human Rights - Ethical, Legal and Managerial Perspectives Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-12-19 View 7,043,1.00 Mobile Sensing and Behavioral Metrics Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-12-19 View 7,484,1.00 Introduction to International and European Law Elective In person 2023-09-19 2023-10-24 View 7,920,1.00 Global Strategy Strategy In person 2023-09-20 2023-12-13 View 7,925,1.00 Artificial Intelligence and Behavioral Science Hard Skills / Elective In person 2023-09-20 2023-12-05 View 7,118,1.00 Excel-Based Financial Modelling for Financial Statement Analysis and Corporate Valuation Elective In person 2023-09-20 2023-12-20 View 7,852,1.00 Human Computer Interaction Hard Skills / Elective In person 2023-09-20 2023-12-20 View 7,078,1.00 Cross Media Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-10-26 View 7,134,1.00 Accounting for Global Projects Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-12-07 View 7,625,1.00 Disruption, Transformation and Power: Organizational and Sociological Perspectives Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-10-28 View 7,024,1.00 Operative Excellence (OPEX) Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-12-21 View 7,027,1.00 Industrie 4.0 - Smart Production und Services Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-12-21 View 7,260,1.00 Topics in Industrial Organization Elective In person 2023-09-21 2023-12-21 View 9,194,1.00 Ethics of Financial Services Elective In person 2023-09-22 2023-12-08 View 7,012,1.00 R & D Management Elective In person 2023-09-22 2023-12-15 View 7,867,1.00 Strategic Management Elective In person 2023-09-22 2023-12-15 View 7,000,0.00 Grundlagen Business Innovation Elective In person 2023-09-22 2023-12-15 View 7,911,1.00 Designing Digital Business and Transformation Exclusive In person 2023-09-27 2023-12-05 View 9,210,1.00 Mergers & Acquisitions Elective In person 2023-09-27 2023-11-16 View 7,375,1.00 Business in Europe Elective In person 2023-09-28 2023-12-21 View 7,068,1.00 Luxury Branding Elective In person 2023-09-28 2023-11-10 View 7,747,1.00 Social Acceptance of Climate Solutions Elective In person 2023-09-28 2023-12-07 View 7,518,1.00 Systemisches Change Management Elective In person 2023-10-02 2023-12-18 View 7,910,1.00 International Corporate Governance Exclusive In person 2023-10-03 2023-12-01 View 7,227,1.00 Asia Compact: International Management Elective In person 2023-10-03 2023-12-05 View 7,915,1.00 Managing the SDGs (SIGMA Global Virtual Course) Exclusive Online 2023-10-04 2023-12-06 View 7,788,1.00 Professional Effectiveness Elective In person 2023-10-05 2023-11-11 View 7,727,1.00 AI Governance & Ethics in Asia and Around the World Elective In person 2023-10-05 2023-11-02 View 7,208,1.00 The Global Leader and Managerial Effectiveness Elective In person 2023-10-20 2023-12-18 View 7,487,1.00 International and European Intellectual Property Law Elective In person 2023-10-30 2023-11-02 View 7,231,1.00 Leading Corporate Development and Innovation Elective In person 2023-10-30 2023-12-18 View 9,276,1.00 Debt and Fiscal Policy Elective In person 2023-10-30 2023-12-02 View 7,166,1.00 Private Markets Elective In person 2023-10-30 2023-11-03 View 9,452,1.00 International Tax Law Elective In person 2023-10-31 2023-11-03 View 7,912,1.00 Entrepreneurial Finance Hard Skills / Exclusive In person 2023-11-02 2023-11-04 View 7,325,1.00 Smart Data Analytics Elective In person 2023-11-02 2023-11-04 View 7,486,1.00 Organised Crime, Corruption and Drug Trafficking Elective In person 2023-11-06 2023-11-08 View 7,236,1.00 Lean Start-Up Elective In person 2023-11-06 2023-11-10 View 7,580,1.00 Climate Solutions 101 Elective In person 2023-11-06 2023-12-05 View 7,626,1.00 Navigating in Uncertain Environments - Challenges and Opportunities Elective In person 2023-11-08 2023-11-10 View 7,904,1.00 Corporate and International Finance Exclusive In person 2023-11-14 2023-12-12 View 7,310,1.00 Data Analytics I: Predictive Econometrics Hard Skills / Elective In person 2023-11-15 2023-12-20 View 9,192,1.00 Clean Energy Finance and Investment Elective In person 2023-11-15 2023-12-20 View 9,162,1.00 Corporate Finance Elective In person 2023-11-16 2023-12-21 View 7,330,1.00 Data Handling: Databases Elective In person 2023-12-09 2023-12-16 View -
Title Start date End date View Sustainability and Corporate Strategy: Meeting the Climate and Biodiversity Challenges 2023-09-03 2023-09-08 View -
Title Start date End date Company ECTS Number of days View Marketing Strategy and Campaign Planning for H&M Central Europe 2023-09-21 09:15 2023-09-21 18:00 H&M 0.5 1 View Negotiation and Communication Skills 2023-09-28 2023-09-29 Swiss International Airlines 1 2 View Marketing Tools and a New Generation of Customers 2023-10-05 09:15 2023-10-05 13:00 Zurich Insurance Company Ltd 0.25 0.5 View Problem Solving 2023-10-05 14:15 2023-10-05 18:00 Integration Consulting 0.25 0.5 View Launching Products & Building Brands Successfully 2023-10-12 14:15 2023-10-12 18:00 Procter & Gamble 0.25 0.5 View Python for Dummies; From 0 to HERO 2023-10-13 09:15 2023-10-13 18:00 Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company / Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company 0.5 1 View Agile SAP Business Transformation: Project Management Our Way 2023-10-20 14:15 2023-10-20 18:00 Deloitte 0.25 0.5 View -
Language Type Title Start date End date View German Third language elementary course German Elementary Course (A1) 2023-09-06 2023-12-22 View Chinese (Mandarin) Third language elementary course Chinese Level A1 2023-09-18 2023-12-18 View French In-house test HSG French B2 2024-01-01 View French In-house test HSG French C1 2024-01-01 View German In-house test HSG German B1 2024-01-01 View German In-house test HSG German B2 2024-01-01 View German In-house test HSG German C1 2024-01-01 View German In-house test HSG German C2 2024-01-01 View Italian In-house test HSG Italian B2 2024-01-01 View Portuguese In-house test HSG Portuguese B2 2024-01-01 View Spanish In-house test HSG Spanish B2 2024-01-01 View Spanish In-house test HSG Spanish C1 2024-01-01 View
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Course code Title Type of course Teaching mode Start date End date View Information on Electives Elective In person 2023 2023 View 8,386,1.00 Dynamics of Government and Non-Government Organizations Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,010,1.00 Implementing Smart IoT & Mobile Business Solutions with Design and Business Thinking Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,300,1.00 Data Analytics II: Causal Econometrics Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-03-26 View 8,064,1.00 Tourism and Destination Marketing Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-06 View 8,272,1.00 Labor Economics: Methods and Applications Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,274,1.00 Corporate Finance, Banking and Venture Capital Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,482,1.00 Global Governance Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,278,1.00 Environmental Economics Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,038,1.00 Managing Global Innovation Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-04-04 View 8,128,1.00 Sustainability for Financial Leaders - Measuring & Managing the Non-Financial Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-03-25 View 8,852,1.00 Business Model Design Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-04-15 View 8,011,1.00 Gestaltung Digitaler Produkte und Lösungen mit AI Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-04-22 View 8,288,1.00 Blockchain Markets Elective In person 2024-02-19 2024-05-13 View 8,925,1.00 Artificial Intelligence and Behavioral Science Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-02-20 2024-05-23 View 8,623,1.00 Inequality Elective In person 2024-02-20 2024-05-21 View 8,862,1.00 Natural Language Processing with Deep Learning Elective In person 2024-02-20 2024-05-21 View 8,023,1.00 RPV: Design Thinking for Artificial Intelligence Elective Hybrid 2024-02-20 2024-05-21 View 8,924,1.00 Aviation Systems - Management of the Aviation Value Chain Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,082,1.00 Action Learning in Retail Marketing Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-23 View 8,206,1.00 Marketing and Consumer Behavior Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,039,1.00 Agile und traditionelle Lösungsgestaltung für Business Innovation Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,012,1.00 Managing Enterprise Architecture for Digital Transformation Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,819,1.00 Restructuring and Turnaround Management Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,330,1.00 Machine Learning Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-03-27 View 8,119,1.00 Steuerplanung und Management der Steuerfunktion multinationaler Unternehmungen Elective In person 2024-02-21 2024-05-22 View 8,159,1.00 Risk Management and Insurance Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-23 View 8,720,1.00 Predictive Technologies in Modern Science - From Climate Research to Economy Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-23 View 8,264,1.00 International Trade Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-23 View 8,208,1.00 Business Model Innovation Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-24 View 8,234,1.00 Grand Challenge: Corporate Sustainability Management Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-03-28 View 8,384,1.00 Quantitative Analysis: Statistical Learning Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-23 View 8,005,0.00 Digitale und datengetriebene Organisationen gestalten Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-21 View 8,749,1.00 Stadt der Zukunft - Wie wir in nachhaltigen Städten leben Elective In person 2024-02-22 2024-05-23 View 8,014,1.00 Innovation und Führung Elective In person 2024-02-23 2024-05-24 View 8,913,1.00 Climate Change Course and Model UNFCCC Exclusive In person 2024-02-27 2024-05-11 View 8,140,1.00 Audit Simulation Elective Hybrid 2024-02-28 2024-04-05 View 8,912,1.00 Global Leadership Leadership In person 2024-02-29 2024-03-06 View 8,611,1.00 The US and China - A New Cold War? Elective In person 2024-02-29 2024-04-09 View 8,122,1.00 Strategische Corporate Finance Elective In person 2024-03-01 2024-05-17 View 8,193,1.00 Ethics of Financial Services Elective In person 2024-03-01 2024-05-08 View 8,241,1.00 Organization Design Elective In person 2024-03-04 2024-04-04 View 8,754,1.00 Comparing 'Social Business' and Development Work in Emerging Markets - the Indian Case Elective In person 2024-03-05 2024-04-04 View 8,662,1.00 Locating Racism - Historische, regionale und kulturelle Kontexte von Rassismen Elective In person 2024-03-07 2024-04-13 View 8,742,1.00 Climate Change and the Psychology of Decision-Making Elective In person 2024-03-07 2024-04-12 View 8,916,1.00 Disruption and Innovation in International Business Exclusive In person 2024-03-11 2024-05-08 View 8,002,1.00 Platform Economy Elective In person 2024-03-11 2024-05-07 View 8,218,1.00 Alliance and Network Strategy Elective In person 2024-03-11 2024-05-17 View 8,922,1.00 Business Ethics in Turbulent Times Exclusive In person 2024-03-12 2024-05-14 View 8,232,1.00 High-Growth Entrepreneurship: An International Applied Perspective Elective In person 2024-03-15 2024-04-10 View 8,229,1.00 Business Simulation Elective In person 2024-03-20 2024-04-05 View 8,236,1.00 Asia Compact: Social Entrepreneurship in Singapore and South-East Asia Elective In person 2024-04-01 2024-04-05 View 8,029,1.00 Corporate Transformation - An Integrative Perspective Elective In person 2024-04-03 2024-04-06 View 8,015,1.00 Sustainable Innovation through Human-Centered Design Elective In person 2024-04-05 2024-04-06 View 8,789,1.00 Programming with Advanced Computer Languages Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-04-08 2024-04-11 View 8,130,1.00 Management Reporting Analytics and Visualisation Hard Skills / Elective In person 2024-04-08 2024-05-17 View 8,080,1.00 Marketing and Sales in Asia Elective In person 2024-04-08 2024-04-12 View 8,164,1.00 Regulation and Risk Management Elective In person 2024-04-09 2024-05-08 View 8,366,1.00 Drivers and Consequences of Trust Elective In person 2024-04-15 2024-05-13 View 8,923,1.00 International Entrepreneurship Exclusive In person 2024-04-18 2024-04-20 View -
Title Kick off date Company View Digitalization on the Shopfloor: Gap Analysis: Best of Breed vs 'Good Enough' 2024-02-22 ABB View Generative AI in Wealth Management with Focus on Growth and Efficiency 2024-02-22 Accenture View Space-Based Digital Transformation and Sustainability of the Sport Sector 2024-02-22 European Space Agency (ESA) View Space-Based Green Logistics 2024-02-22 European Space Agency (ESA) View Space-Based Urban Digital Twins 2024-02-22 European Space Agency (ESA) View A Sustainable Future of Hair: How do Global Challenges and Trends Transform the Market? 2024-02-22 Henkel AG & Co. KGaA View Optimizing Centralized Tasks of a Multinational Airline Group 2024-02-22 Lufthansa Group View State-of-the-art Digital Activation 2024-02-22 Mercedes-Benz Group View Commercialising Sustainability in Global Air Cargo 2024-02-22 Lufthansa Group View "Multimodal Offer" Roadmap Development for an International Airline 2024-02-22 Lufthansa Group View Building the Best Personal Banking Experience for Families 2024-02-22 zeb View -
Title Start date End date Company ECTS Number of days View The Fast Fashion Industry 2024-02-19 2024-02-21 1 2 View The Art of Negotiation 2024-03-07 09:15 2024-03-07 13:00 AlphaSights 0.25 0.5 View The Art of Powerful, VC-Proven Startup Pitch Decks 2024-03-07 14:15 2024-03-07 18:00 Accenture Consulting 0.25 0.5 View Corporate Crisis Management 2024-03-08 09:15 2024-03-08 13:00 ABB 0.25 0.5 View Future of Travel - Innovate the SWISS Customer Experience 2024-03-08 14:15 2024-03-08 18:00 Swiss International Airlines 0.25 0.5 View Negotiation Skills 2024-03-14 14:15 2024-03-14 18:00 Boston Consulting Group 0.25 0.5 View Python for Dummies: From 0 to HERO 2024-03-15 09:15 2024-03-15 18:00 Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company / Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company / Coca-Cola HBC 0.5 1 View Strategic Selling – Creating an Impactful Value Proposition 2024-03-21 09:15 2024-03-21 13:00 EF Education First 0.25 0.5 View Problem Solving 2024-03-21 14:15 2024-03-21 18:00 Integration Consulting 0.25 0.5 View Mini-KRISP 2024-03-22 09:15 2024-03-22 13:00 Kearney 0.25 0.5 View Management Skills 2024-03-22 14:15 2024-03-22 18:00 Barilla / Barilla Group 0.25 0.5 View Ace the Case 2024-04-19 14:15 2024-04-19 18:00 Deloitte 0.25 0.5 View -
Language Type Title Start date End date View Arabic In-house test HSG Arabic B1 2024-02-19 2024-05-31 View Chinese (Mandarin) Third language elementary course Chinese Level A1 2024-02-28 2024-05-13 View Arabic In-house test HSG Arabic B1 2024-07-01 View Chinese (Mandarin) In-house test HSG Chinese B1 2024-07-01 View French In-house test HSG French B2 2024-07-01 View French In-house test HSG French C1 2024-07-01 View French In-house test HSG French C2 2024-07-01 View German In-house test HSG German B1 2024-07-01 View German In-house test HSG German B2 2024-07-01 View German In-house test HSG German C1 2024-07-01 View Italian In-house test HSG Italian C1 2024-07-01 View Japanese In-house test HSG Japanese B1 2024-07-01 View Portuguese In-house test HSG Portuguese B1 2024-07-01 View Russian In-house test HSG Russian B1 2024-07-01 View Spanish In-house test HSG Spanish B2 2024-07-01 View Spanish In-house test HSG Spanish C1 2024-07-01 View