Admission requirements
In order to study the MSc Business Development at HSBA in Hamburg, you must meet the following admission requirements:
A completed first degree in business studies with a scope of at least 180 ECTS. The degree should have been completed with at least a grade of "Good" (2.5).
Ability to study in English (minimum level: B2 of the European Reference Framework)
Letter of recommendation from a current or former employer or an academic reference
Successful completion of the application process (online application, individual interview)
Details
The part-time Master's programme in Innovation Management at HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration is designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree and wish to further qualify themselves. The programme, which is offered entirely in English, focuses on topics such as innovation, entrepreneurship, strategy and product development, as well as big data and internationalization. This broad-based education prepares students for the challenges of a digitized and globalized world.
Throughout the programme, which totals 120 ECTS credits and lasts for five semesters, participants engage deeply with various aspects of innovation management. The study structure is divided into multiple modules, including negotiation techniques, programming with Python, data analysis, and entrepreneurial finance. Practical projects and individual specializations such as business development or digitalization give students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and apply it directly in practice.
Graduates have a variety of career paths available to them. Whether in strategic corporate planning, marketing, or IT - the skills and knowledge acquired during the programme enable individuals to work as innovation managers, business consultants, or entrepreneurs. The programme offers not only academic depth but also practical relevance and is ideal for those who want to actively shape the future of the economy.

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