Global Foresight and Technology Management
Global Foresight and Technology Management
Would you like to understand how the future takes shape and how organisations can prepare for technological, social and economic changes? If so, the Master’s in Global Foresight and Technology Management offers you the ideal foundation. The programme combines futures studies with technology and innovation management, equipping you with a deep understanding of strategic thinking in complex, dynamic environments. You will work with scenario-building techniques, assess technological potential, analyse global developments and engage intensively with sustainability, responsibility and ethical issues.
The programme combines digital teaching formats with practice-oriented projects: in the first half of the semester, you’ll acquire methodological foundations; in the second, you’ll apply them to real-world challenges. The international focus, the use of English as the language of instruction and a global learning environment will strengthen your ability to anticipate change and manage it strategically.
Curriculum Global Foresight and Technology Management
Strategic Foresight and Trend Analysis
Project Future Life Worlds
Technology Design and Evaluation
Future Business Modelling
Transformation Processes and Change Management
Research Methods
Technology Assessment and Business Ethics
Innovation Management Methods
Project Business Scenarios and Risk Management
Scientific Research Seminar
Compulsory Elective 1
Compulsory Elective 2
Master's Thesis
| 1. Semester | |
|---|---|
| 2. Semester | |
| 3. Semester |
Five clusters offer a maximum of interdisciplinarity:
Cluster 1: Foresight
Strategic Foresight and Trend Analysis
- Customer-, technology-, and competitor-foresight
- Trend analysis and strategic early identification
- Visioning
- Strategic simulation methods
- Prognostic crowdsourcing
- Delphi method
- Scenario technique
- Trendreceiver method
- Analysis of Science Fiction
Project Future Life Worlds
- Application of foresight methods and methods of trend analysis within a project study based on examples
- Enhancement of the learning process through practical experiences
- Performance and limitations of different methods
Cluster 2: Technology
Innovation Management Methods
- Agile management of innovation processes and projects
- Creativity methods and tools for ideation and problem solving
- Design Thinking
- Open Innovation
- Stage-Gate-Process
- Marketing of innovations
Technology Design and Evaluation
- Modern technologies and technology trends
- Successful development and marketing of technologies and products
- Application-specific selection of adequate technologies
- Product lifecycle management (Product creation process, product data management etc.)
- Technology portfolio analysis and -roadmap
- Evaluation of innovation projects and technologies
Cluster 3: Economics
Future Business Modelling
- Successful business models (examples), key indicators (Business Model Canvas), Business Model Navigator
- Digital, sustainable and disruptive business models
- Future-oriented business models
- Business planning and profitability of business scenarios
- Entrepreneurship
- Risk management
Project Business Scenarios and Risk Management
- Profitability of scenarios within a complex project study: development and calculation of multidimensional trend scenarios based on unidimensional black and white scenarios
- Quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the results
- Identification and management of risks in target scenarios
- Enhancement of the learning process through practical experiences
Cluster 4: Social Aspects
Transformation Processes and Change Management
- Impact of digitalization/AI, mobility and sustainability on the transformation of the economy and society – opportunities and risks
- Operational transformation processes: Enterprise Transformation Cycle
- Reasons, conditions and controlling of social transformation processes
- Management of incremental vs. radical change processes
- Models and success factors of change management
- Fears, resistance and motivation of stakeholders in change management projects
Technology Assessment and Business Ethics
- Technology assessment regarding the environment and society
- Robustness (Resilience) in the face of human uncertainties caused by new technologies
- Future-oriented skills: from uncertainties to designing the future
- More effective identification of and reaction to stakeholder requirements
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Corporate governance and compliance
- Intercultural leadership
Cluster 5: Integrative
Research Methods
- Understand different scientific research designs and can critically assess them
- Understand correct ways to refer to and cite from scientific literature
- Understand selected quantitative methods, specifically survey and experimental research, as well as related statistical analysis
Scientific Research Seminar
- Carrying out a complex interdisciplinary project task within small teams regarding technology development, economy und society
- Autonomous processing applying scientific methods and acquired skills
- Discussion, presentation and documentation of the project results according to scientific standards
Two Compulsory Electives
- For the individual focus and deepening of knowledge, 2 modules are selected from an elective catalog of the THI faculties
- e.g. Corporate Social Responsibility, Project Studies, Supply Chain Management or Automotive
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
- Capability to carry out autonomously a complex problem in the area of foresight at the interface of technology, economy and sociology on a high scientific level within the timeline of one semester
- Capability to apply the acquired skills and scientific methods
- Capability to integrate the results into a professional context and to present them in a scientific paper
Insights into GFTM @ THI
Application dates
- New registration for this program is possible for the winter semester (October) and the summer semester (March).
- Applications may be submitted through our online application system from May 2nd to July 15th resp. from November 15th to January 15th.
- Note that uni-assist may require up to 6 weeks to issue a VPD – see requirements below.
Requirements
- Proof of Bachelor´s degree in engineering sciences, engineering and management, IT, natural sciences, economics, sociology and business administration or a degree in another related discipline at a German university with at least 210 ECTS credit points or an equivalent degree of a foreign university.
Note that all foreign applicants must submit their Bachelor's degree to uni-assist which verifies their eligibility and coverts their grades to the German grade system. Uni-Assist will issue a so called preliminary inspection documentation (VPD) which you have to upload to the application portal (similar to their other documents).
- Proof of English proficiency level B2 or higher (approved tests).
There is no requirement to formally prove German language skills for your admission. You may start with little or no German language proficiency. However, German is the official national language in Germany. The transition from your home country to the German university system and every day life will be made easier the more German you know. Furthermore, German skills will greatly increase your chances in finding a student job and or an internship at a German company.
Admission restrictions may apply. Admission is based on the grade point average of your Bachelor's degree. The average mark required depends on the number of applicants and available capacity.
Please find further information on master applications here. For applications from abroad, see our master's from abroad-pages (if you have entered our German website, please press the English button "EN" in the menu bar again).
Dubious Application Agencies
Currently, THI is receiving an increasing amount of information regarding fraudulent activities in connection with student applications to THI. Therefore, it is important for you to know the following:
- THI does not work with agencies. Please apply directly to THI via the Primuss application portal.
- THI never asks for money via agencies for application purposes.
- THI only sends emails from @thi.de.
- THI never asks for money before you receive your admission letter. If you need a VPD from uni-assist, you will have to pay a processing fee to uni-assist. However, uni-assist only checks certain documents and does not grant admission to THI.
- The application process is conducted in the THI Primuss portal. Only there will you be able to access your application progress.
Testimonials and their view of GFTM
Alumni
Leonard Zierau, M.Sc
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Moritz Böcker, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Can Inac, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management
Sarthak Jain, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Simo El Kasri, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Manikanta Devarajula, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight & Technology Management (Master)
Jonas Wall, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Divyesh Shetty, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Estela Machia, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Linh Tran Thi Thao, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Elena Zehnder, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Who can apply for the Master's programme?
The programme addresses graduates of Bachelor programmes as well as for young professionals. You can apply for the programme, if you hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering sciences, engineering and management, IT, natural sciences, economics, sociology and business administration or a degree in another related discipline.
We highly recommend an interest in interdisciplinary studies at the interface of technology, economy and sociology as well as in the current state of foresight research and challenges of the future.
Furthermore the programme addresses students that prefer a Master's programme fully taught in English, like to gain intercultural experience and go for an international career at home and/or abroad.
How can I apply for the Master's programme (regarding deadlines, documents etc.)?
German applicants please see our website for Masterbewerbung
All foreign applicants must submit their Bachelor's degree to uni-assist e. V. which verifies their eligibility and coverts their grades to the German grade system. Uni-Assist will issue a so called preliminary inspection documentation (VPD) which you have to upload to the application portal.
For details, please see our website Master application from abroad
Can I apply for the Master's programme, if I hold a Bachelor's Degree with 180 ECTS?
Only applicants with a Bachelor’s course equivalent to a German study course with 210 ECTS can access the Master courses of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt.
With a Bachelor’s Degree with 180 ECTS admission to the Master courses of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt is not possible.
However the regulations of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt provide the possibility of compensating the missing competences through working experience after graduating. The duration of the working experience must be at least 20 weeks (and as already mentioned after graduating from the Bachelor). Please upload proof of your working experience in the PRIMUSS portal upload area. As soon as the status of the document turns to „OK“ we checked on it and your working experience is sufficient.
What's the difference between the Master's programme "Engineering and Management" and this Master's programem?
Our Global Foresight and Technology Management programme is designed as an interdisciplinary program at the interface of technology, economy and sociology with a strong focus on foresight while the Master in "Engineering and Management" focusses on the entire value chain – from procurement through to research and development, production, sales and marketing and with special attention to “digitisation”.
In which professional fields can graduates of the Master's programme find a job?
Graduates are especially well prepared to take on specialist and management roles in the following areas:
- Project Management
- Product and Technology Management
- Customer-Technology-Competitor
- Foresight Creativity and Innovation Management
- Business Development/ Development of Trendsetting Business Models
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainability
Typical industries for the graduates of this programme are:
- Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
- IT
- Mobility Industry
- Services
- Consultancy
- Education
- Cities and Communities
What do the practical project studies that are part of the Master's programme look like?
The Master's is based on project-oriented studies to combine theory and practice in the best possible manner. There will be projects with direct contact to companies (without any employment or financial interest) as well as theoretical projects within a group of students at the university.
What are the requirements regarding language proficiency in English and German?
Since the program is fully taught in English, for English a proof of proficiency level B2 or higher is required (please see approved tests). If you have completed your Bachelor's in English, then you won't be required to take any test to prove English sufficiency again.
There is no requirement to formally prove German language skills for your admission. You may start with little or no German language proficiency. However, German is the official national language in Germany. The transition from your home country to the German university system and every day life will be made easier the more German you know. Furthermore, German skills will greatly increase your chances in finding a student job and or an internship at a German company.
Can I reuse my VPD from uni-assist?
To be able to reuse your VPD the following cirteria must be met:
- the VPD was issued after choosing a "Master-check" for Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
- the VPD is no older than one year
Further Information on this issue on our website for Master applicants from abroad.
Any questions?
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.
Programme Director
Global Foresight and Technology Management
Would you like to understand how the future takes shape and how organisations can prepare for technological, social and economic changes? If so, the Master’s in Global Foresight and Technology Management offers you the ideal foundation. The programme combines futures studies with technology and innovation management, equipping you with a deep understanding of strategic thinking in complex, dynamic environments. You will work with scenario-building techniques, assess technological potential, analyse global developments and engage intensively with sustainability, responsibility and ethical issues.
The programme combines digital teaching formats with practice-oriented projects: in the first half of the semester, you’ll acquire methodological foundations; in the second, you’ll apply them to real-world challenges. The international focus, the use of English as the language of instruction and a global learning environment will strengthen your ability to anticipate change and manage it strategically.
Curriculum Global Foresight and Technology Management
Strategic Foresight and Trend Analysis
Project Future Life Worlds
Technology Design and Evaluation
Future Business Modelling
Transformation Processes and Change Management
Research Methods
Technology Assessment and Business Ethics
Innovation Management Methods
Project Business Scenarios and Risk Management
Scientific Research Seminar
Compulsory Elective 1
Compulsory Elective 2
Master's Thesis
| 1. Semester | |
|---|---|
| 2. Semester | |
| 3. Semester |
Five clusters offer a maximum of interdisciplinarity:
Cluster 1: Foresight
Strategic Foresight and Trend Analysis
- Customer-, technology-, and competitor-foresight
- Trend analysis and strategic early identification
- Visioning
- Strategic simulation methods
- Prognostic crowdsourcing
- Delphi method
- Scenario technique
- Trendreceiver method
- Analysis of Science Fiction
Project Future Life Worlds
- Application of foresight methods and methods of trend analysis within a project study based on examples
- Enhancement of the learning process through practical experiences
- Performance and limitations of different methods
Cluster 2: Technology
Innovation Management Methods
- Agile management of innovation processes and projects
- Creativity methods and tools for ideation and problem solving
- Design Thinking
- Open Innovation
- Stage-Gate-Process
- Marketing of innovations
Technology Design and Evaluation
- Modern technologies and technology trends
- Successful development and marketing of technologies and products
- Application-specific selection of adequate technologies
- Product lifecycle management (Product creation process, product data management etc.)
- Technology portfolio analysis and -roadmap
- Evaluation of innovation projects and technologies
Cluster 3: Economics
Future Business Modelling
- Successful business models (examples), key indicators (Business Model Canvas), Business Model Navigator
- Digital, sustainable and disruptive business models
- Future-oriented business models
- Business planning and profitability of business scenarios
- Entrepreneurship
- Risk management
Project Business Scenarios and Risk Management
- Profitability of scenarios within a complex project study: development and calculation of multidimensional trend scenarios based on unidimensional black and white scenarios
- Quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the results
- Identification and management of risks in target scenarios
- Enhancement of the learning process through practical experiences
Cluster 4: Social Aspects
Transformation Processes and Change Management
- Impact of digitalization/AI, mobility and sustainability on the transformation of the economy and society – opportunities and risks
- Operational transformation processes: Enterprise Transformation Cycle
- Reasons, conditions and controlling of social transformation processes
- Management of incremental vs. radical change processes
- Models and success factors of change management
- Fears, resistance and motivation of stakeholders in change management projects
Technology Assessment and Business Ethics
- Technology assessment regarding the environment and society
- Robustness (Resilience) in the face of human uncertainties caused by new technologies
- Future-oriented skills: from uncertainties to designing the future
- More effective identification of and reaction to stakeholder requirements
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Corporate governance and compliance
- Intercultural leadership
Cluster 5: Integrative
Research Methods
- Understand different scientific research designs and can critically assess them
- Understand correct ways to refer to and cite from scientific literature
- Understand selected quantitative methods, specifically survey and experimental research, as well as related statistical analysis
Scientific Research Seminar
- Carrying out a complex interdisciplinary project task within small teams regarding technology development, economy und society
- Autonomous processing applying scientific methods and acquired skills
- Discussion, presentation and documentation of the project results according to scientific standards
Two Compulsory Electives
- For the individual focus and deepening of knowledge, 2 modules are selected from an elective catalog of the THI faculties
- e.g. Corporate Social Responsibility, Project Studies, Supply Chain Management or Automotive
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
- Capability to carry out autonomously a complex problem in the area of foresight at the interface of technology, economy and sociology on a high scientific level within the timeline of one semester
- Capability to apply the acquired skills and scientific methods
- Capability to integrate the results into a professional context and to present them in a scientific paper
Insights into GFTM @ THI
Application dates
- New registration for this program is possible for the winter semester (October) and the summer semester (March).
- Applications may be submitted through our online application system from May 2nd to July 15th resp. from November 15th to January 15th.
- Note that uni-assist may require up to 6 weeks to issue a VPD – see requirements below.
Requirements
- Proof of Bachelor´s degree in engineering sciences, engineering and management, IT, natural sciences, economics, sociology and business administration or a degree in another related discipline at a German university with at least 210 ECTS credit points or an equivalent degree of a foreign university.
Note that all foreign applicants must submit their Bachelor's degree to uni-assist which verifies their eligibility and coverts their grades to the German grade system. Uni-Assist will issue a so called preliminary inspection documentation (VPD) which you have to upload to the application portal (similar to their other documents).
- Proof of English proficiency level B2 or higher (approved tests).
There is no requirement to formally prove German language skills for your admission. You may start with little or no German language proficiency. However, German is the official national language in Germany. The transition from your home country to the German university system and every day life will be made easier the more German you know. Furthermore, German skills will greatly increase your chances in finding a student job and or an internship at a German company.
Admission restrictions may apply. Admission is based on the grade point average of your Bachelor's degree. The average mark required depends on the number of applicants and available capacity.
Please find further information on master applications here. For applications from abroad, see our master's from abroad-pages (if you have entered our German website, please press the English button "EN" in the menu bar again).
Dubious Application Agencies
Currently, THI is receiving an increasing amount of information regarding fraudulent activities in connection with student applications to THI. Therefore, it is important for you to know the following:
- THI does not work with agencies. Please apply directly to THI via the Primuss application portal.
- THI never asks for money via agencies for application purposes.
- THI only sends emails from @thi.de.
- THI never asks for money before you receive your admission letter. If you need a VPD from uni-assist, you will have to pay a processing fee to uni-assist. However, uni-assist only checks certain documents and does not grant admission to THI.
- The application process is conducted in the THI Primuss portal. Only there will you be able to access your application progress.
Testimonials and their view of GFTM
Alumni
Leonard Zierau, M.Sc
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Moritz Böcker, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Can Inac, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management
Sarthak Jain, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Simo El Kasri, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Manikanta Devarajula, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight & Technology Management (Master)
Jonas Wall, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Divyesh Shetty, M.Sc.
Alumnus Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Estela Machia, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Linh Tran Thi Thao, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Elena Zehnder, M.Sc.
Alumna Global Foresight and Technology Management (Master)
Who can apply for the Master's programme?
The programme addresses graduates of Bachelor programmes as well as for young professionals. You can apply for the programme, if you hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering sciences, engineering and management, IT, natural sciences, economics, sociology and business administration or a degree in another related discipline.
We highly recommend an interest in interdisciplinary studies at the interface of technology, economy and sociology as well as in the current state of foresight research and challenges of the future.
Furthermore the programme addresses students that prefer a Master's programme fully taught in English, like to gain intercultural experience and go for an international career at home and/or abroad.
How can I apply for the Master's programme (regarding deadlines, documents etc.)?
German applicants please see our website for Masterbewerbung
All foreign applicants must submit their Bachelor's degree to uni-assist e. V. which verifies their eligibility and coverts their grades to the German grade system. Uni-Assist will issue a so called preliminary inspection documentation (VPD) which you have to upload to the application portal.
For details, please see our website Master application from abroad
Can I apply for the Master's programme, if I hold a Bachelor's Degree with 180 ECTS?
Only applicants with a Bachelor’s course equivalent to a German study course with 210 ECTS can access the Master courses of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt.
With a Bachelor’s Degree with 180 ECTS admission to the Master courses of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt is not possible.
However the regulations of the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt provide the possibility of compensating the missing competences through working experience after graduating. The duration of the working experience must be at least 20 weeks (and as already mentioned after graduating from the Bachelor). Please upload proof of your working experience in the PRIMUSS portal upload area. As soon as the status of the document turns to „OK“ we checked on it and your working experience is sufficient.
What's the difference between the Master's programme "Engineering and Management" and this Master's programem?
Our Global Foresight and Technology Management programme is designed as an interdisciplinary program at the interface of technology, economy and sociology with a strong focus on foresight while the Master in "Engineering and Management" focusses on the entire value chain – from procurement through to research and development, production, sales and marketing and with special attention to “digitisation”.
In which professional fields can graduates of the Master's programme find a job?
Graduates are especially well prepared to take on specialist and management roles in the following areas:
- Project Management
- Product and Technology Management
- Customer-Technology-Competitor
- Foresight Creativity and Innovation Management
- Business Development/ Development of Trendsetting Business Models
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainability
Typical industries for the graduates of this programme are:
- Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
- IT
- Mobility Industry
- Services
- Consultancy
- Education
- Cities and Communities
What do the practical project studies that are part of the Master's programme look like?
The Master's is based on project-oriented studies to combine theory and practice in the best possible manner. There will be projects with direct contact to companies (without any employment or financial interest) as well as theoretical projects within a group of students at the university.
What are the requirements regarding language proficiency in English and German?
Since the program is fully taught in English, for English a proof of proficiency level B2 or higher is required (please see approved tests). If you have completed your Bachelor's in English, then you won't be required to take any test to prove English sufficiency again.
There is no requirement to formally prove German language skills for your admission. You may start with little or no German language proficiency. However, German is the official national language in Germany. The transition from your home country to the German university system and every day life will be made easier the more German you know. Furthermore, German skills will greatly increase your chances in finding a student job and or an internship at a German company.
Can I reuse my VPD from uni-assist?
To be able to reuse your VPD the following cirteria must be met:
- the VPD was issued after choosing a "Master-check" for Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
- the VPD is no older than one year
Further Information on this issue on our website for Master applicants from abroad.
Any questions?
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.