The Business Management master’s programme is a broad-based degree focused on modern management and leadership. Designed for students who want to deepen their business expertise while maintaining flexibility, the programme is offered part-time over four semesters, making it easier to balance studies with work and personal commitments. With careful planning, it is also possible to complete the degree in three semesters.
Students gain advanced knowledge in key areas of management, including human resources and leadership, finance and risk management, sustainable supply chains, and the application of artificial intelligence for data-driven decision-making. A hands-on consulting or business project enables students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.
The programme places a strong emphasis on personal specialisation. Through elective modules in areas such as business and organisational psychology, strategic human resource management, and related fields, students can tailor their studies to their individual interests and career goals.
Graduates are well prepared for a wide range of specialist and leadership roles across businesses, consulting firms and other organisations. Career opportunities include positions in human resources management, organisational development, strategic management, business consulting, business analytics, project and team management, supply chain management, finance and controlling. The programme also opens pathways into business development and entrepreneurship, enabling graduates to drive innovation, develop new business models and identify emerging market opportunities.
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module focuses on sustainable supply chain management. It covers sustainability strategies, stakeholder management, reporting standards, circular economy concepts, and the integration of environmental and social goals into operational supply chain decisions.</p>
<p>This module prepares students for academic research. It combines scientific writing, literature research, and empirical methods, including statistical analysis with R, to rigorously address research questions in business and economics.</p>
<p>This module introduces core concepts of financial management and value-based management. Students learn about financing structures, investment and company valuation, Economic Value Added, and value driver analysis to support sound financial decisions and sustainable value creation.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module covers fundamentals of human resource management and modern leadership. Topics include HR processes across the employee life cycle, motivation, leadership styles, change management, and challenges such as digitalization, AI, and hybrid work.</p>
<p>This module uses a business simulation in which students make strategic and operational management decisions. It aims to analyze complex interdependencies, develop business models, and critically reflect on decision outcomes.</p>
<p>This module examines economic policy frameworks and their impact on business decisions. It covers market failure, government intervention, business cycles, and current policy challenges using theoretical and empirical approaches.</p>
<p>In this practical project, students work on real business challenges in cooperation with companies. They analyze data, apply academic methods, and develop practical, implementable solutions in team-based projects.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module combines business analytics and artificial intelligence for data-driven decision-making. Topics include data preparation, machine learning, data visualization, and the application of modern AI methods in business contexts.</p>
<p>This module introduces compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. It covers legal frameworks, internal control systems, risk identification and mitigation, and the importance of effective governance structures.</p>
<p>The master’s thesis is the final component of the program. Students independently address a complex research question with practical relevance, apply appropriate methods, and present and defend their results in a colloquium.</p>
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The following qualifications must be proven for the Master's degree programme in Business Management, M. A:
The following link contains information for applicants from abroad on the application procedure.
Can I apply even if I have completed my previous Bachelor's degree programme with fewer than 210 ECTS (usually 180 ECTS)?
It is also possible to apply with fewer than 210 ECTS, but proof of the missing 30 ECTS must be provided by the end of the application period at the latest:
Note: Please note that it must be clearly recognisable from the documents providing proof of practical work experience or practical or theoretical achievements in addition to the first degree amounting to 30 ECTS that these are 30 ECTS acquired in addition to the Bachelor's degree. Proof can be provided in the form of a certificate from the university stating that the ECTS / internship was not recognised in the first degree programme. The duration of the work placement outside of the degree programme or practical work completed in addition to the first degree should be at least 20 weeks full-time. In addition, the internship certificate must be submitted in officially certified form together with the other application documents. In both cases, we recommend that applicants submit documents that are as informative as possible and from which the examination board can immediately and clearly understand the content aspects.
Vice Dean Marketing, Degree program director Media Psychology and Digital Business
Degree program director Taxation and Consulting, Examination Committee THI BS
Program director Business Management
Vice Dean Transfer, Degree program director & Academic advisor Business Administration
Vice Dean Research
The program is designed to last four semesters. Students have the option of working part-time. With appropriate planning, however, the master's thesis can be completed as early as the third semester. Please bear in mind the resulting increase in workload: all master's courses should be prepared for and followed up on accordingly.
The Master's degree in Business Management can be studied entirely in German. Depending on your interests, you can choose elective subjects taught in English. The Master's thesis is usually written in German.
A full list of documents is provided in the application tool.
Here you will also find detailed requirements in terms of the form in which the documents have to be submitted. All documents initially have to be uploaded online.
In the event of admission to the master's degree course, certain documents then have to be submitted as an original or as a certified copy.
The bachelor’s degree certificate can be submitted later provided evidence is submitted before the regular application deadline that the applicant will complete their first degree course at the end of the current semester with 210 ECTS points. This is done by uploading a recent transcript of records and proof of the final ECTS credits earned upon graduation (for example, excerpt study and examination regulation). Whatever happens, the final certificate or confirmation of successful completion of the first degree must be submitted no later than at matriculation.
Waiting semesters are not counted in connection with an application to a master's degree course. Students who have applied previously are not at any advantage or disadvantage.
Do you have any questions about applications, admission, enrolment, student finance, accommodation or other general topics? If so, please use our contact form and select the relevant topic. This will ensure your enquiry is sent directly to the relevant contact person(s) and can be answered quickly and effectively.
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The future starts today. The Master’s programme in Global Foresight and Technology Management prepares you to anticipate emerging trends, evaluate technological developments, and shape strategic decisions in an increasingly complex world. Designed for future-oriented thinkers, the programme equips you with the tools to identify opportunities and challenges before they become reality. By combining technology foresight, innovation management, and strategic leadership, you will learn how to drive transformation across industries and tackle global challenges with an open mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and a strong focus on sustainable innovation.
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About the degree programThe Business Management master’s programme is a broad-based degree focused on modern management and leadership. Designed for students who want to deepen their business expertise while maintaining flexibility, the programme is offered part-time over four semesters, making it easier to balance studies with work and personal commitments. With careful planning, it is also possible to complete the degree in three semesters.
Students gain advanced knowledge in key areas of management, including human resources and leadership, finance and risk management, sustainable supply chains, and the application of artificial intelligence for data-driven decision-making. A hands-on consulting or business project enables students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.
The programme places a strong emphasis on personal specialisation. Through elective modules in areas such as business and organisational psychology, strategic human resource management, and related fields, students can tailor their studies to their individual interests and career goals.
Graduates are well prepared for a wide range of specialist and leadership roles across businesses, consulting firms and other organisations. Career opportunities include positions in human resources management, organisational development, strategic management, business consulting, business analytics, project and team management, supply chain management, finance and controlling. The programme also opens pathways into business development and entrepreneurship, enabling graduates to drive innovation, develop new business models and identify emerging market opportunities.
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module focuses on sustainable supply chain management. It covers sustainability strategies, stakeholder management, reporting standards, circular economy concepts, and the integration of environmental and social goals into operational supply chain decisions.</p>
<p>This module prepares students for academic research. It combines scientific writing, literature research, and empirical methods, including statistical analysis with R, to rigorously address research questions in business and economics.</p>
<p>This module introduces core concepts of financial management and value-based management. Students learn about financing structures, investment and company valuation, Economic Value Added, and value driver analysis to support sound financial decisions and sustainable value creation.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module covers fundamentals of human resource management and modern leadership. Topics include HR processes across the employee life cycle, motivation, leadership styles, change management, and challenges such as digitalization, AI, and hybrid work.</p>
<p>This module uses a business simulation in which students make strategic and operational management decisions. It aims to analyze complex interdependencies, develop business models, and critically reflect on decision outcomes.</p>
<p>This module examines economic policy frameworks and their impact on business decisions. It covers market failure, government intervention, business cycles, and current policy challenges using theoretical and empirical approaches.</p>
<p>In this practical project, students work on real business challenges in cooperation with companies. They analyze data, apply academic methods, and develop practical, implementable solutions in team-based projects.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>The elective modules allow students to develop their own specialized academic profiles. They explore current topics in management, human resources, business psychology, supply chain management, and law in greater depth. Among other things, students analyze institutional frameworks and decision-making and leadership processes, apply qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply academic insights to real-world problems.</p>
<p>This module combines business analytics and artificial intelligence for data-driven decision-making. Topics include data preparation, machine learning, data visualization, and the application of modern AI methods in business contexts.</p>
<p>This module introduces compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. It covers legal frameworks, internal control systems, risk identification and mitigation, and the importance of effective governance structures.</p>
<p>The master’s thesis is the final component of the program. Students independently address a complex research question with practical relevance, apply appropriate methods, and present and defend their results in a colloquium.</p>
| 1. Semester | |
|---|---|
| 2. Semester | |
| 3. Semester | |
| 4. Semester |
The following qualifications must be proven for the Master's degree programme in Business Management, M. A:
The following link contains information for applicants from abroad on the application procedure.
Can I apply even if I have completed my previous Bachelor's degree programme with fewer than 210 ECTS (usually 180 ECTS)?
It is also possible to apply with fewer than 210 ECTS, but proof of the missing 30 ECTS must be provided by the end of the application period at the latest:
Note: Please note that it must be clearly recognisable from the documents providing proof of practical work experience or practical or theoretical achievements in addition to the first degree amounting to 30 ECTS that these are 30 ECTS acquired in addition to the Bachelor's degree. Proof can be provided in the form of a certificate from the university stating that the ECTS / internship was not recognised in the first degree programme. The duration of the work placement outside of the degree programme or practical work completed in addition to the first degree should be at least 20 weeks full-time. In addition, the internship certificate must be submitted in officially certified form together with the other application documents. In both cases, we recommend that applicants submit documents that are as informative as possible and from which the examination board can immediately and clearly understand the content aspects.
Vice Dean Marketing, Degree program director Media Psychology and Digital Business
Degree program director Taxation and Consulting, Examination Committee THI BS
Program director Business Management
Vice Dean Transfer, Degree program director & Academic advisor Business Administration
Vice Dean Research
The program is designed to last four semesters. Students have the option of working part-time. With appropriate planning, however, the master's thesis can be completed as early as the third semester. Please bear in mind the resulting increase in workload: all master's courses should be prepared for and followed up on accordingly.
The Master's degree in Business Management can be studied entirely in German. Depending on your interests, you can choose elective subjects taught in English. The Master's thesis is usually written in German.
A full list of documents is provided in the application tool.
Here you will also find detailed requirements in terms of the form in which the documents have to be submitted. All documents initially have to be uploaded online.
In the event of admission to the master's degree course, certain documents then have to be submitted as an original or as a certified copy.
The bachelor’s degree certificate can be submitted later provided evidence is submitted before the regular application deadline that the applicant will complete their first degree course at the end of the current semester with 210 ECTS points. This is done by uploading a recent transcript of records and proof of the final ECTS credits earned upon graduation (for example, excerpt study and examination regulation). Whatever happens, the final certificate or confirmation of successful completion of the first degree must be submitted no later than at matriculation.
Waiting semesters are not counted in connection with an application to a master's degree course. Students who have applied previously are not at any advantage or disadvantage.
Do you have any questions about applications, admission, enrolment, student finance, accommodation or other general topics? If so, please use our contact form and select the relevant topic. This will ensure your enquiry is sent directly to the relevant contact person(s) and can be answered quickly and effectively.
Program director Business Management
Project Manager
Master of Arts (M. A.)
Financial accounting, corporate finance, controlling and performance measurement define the academic profile of Financial Management and Controlling. Its subject areas cover investment analysis, cost management and management reporting. The result is integrated financial planning and evidence-based corporate control.
About the degree program
Master of Arts (M. A.)
At the core of Global Business are international strategy, global value chains and cross-border management. Academic methods are applied to market analysis, intercultural collaboration and sustainable business practices. Particular emphasis is placed on decision-making for companies operating across countries and regions.
About the degree program
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
The future starts today. The Master’s programme in Global Foresight and Technology Management prepares you to anticipate emerging trends, evaluate technological developments, and shape strategic decisions in an increasingly complex world. Designed for future-oriented thinkers, the programme equips you with the tools to identify opportunities and challenges before they become reality. By combining technology foresight, innovation management, and strategic leadership, you will learn how to drive transformation across industries and tackle global challenges with an open mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and a strong focus on sustainable innovation.
About the degree program
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Key areas in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Venturing include entrepreneurship, business model innovation, financing and growth strategy. The programme brings together corporate venturing, market validation and innovation ecosystems. A distinctive feature is new venture creation both within start-ups and established companies.
About the degree program