Business Psychology, Master of Science

Admission Requirements

With your M.Sc. in Business Psychology, you can work, for example, as a human resources developer, a communication consultant, or in market research.

The requirement for admission to this degree programme is a successfully completed Bachelor's degree in Business Psychology with a grade of "good" or better, totaling at least 180 ECTS points, or an equivalent academic qualification, such as a diploma. In case of a different average grade, the academic ability may need to be demonstrated through a separate selection interview.

Degrees in business and psychology are considered equivalent to degrees in Business Psychology in this context. The admission committee decides on the equivalence of a degree in Business Psychology or a comparable degree not obtained at Fresenius University.

For applicants with a degree in economics: You must demonstrate sufficient knowledge in business psychology to successfully complete the master's programme. To this end, a written compulsory subject examination on the following psychological topics must be carried out in advance of the respective semester at Fresenius University: 1. Business Psychology, 2. General Psychology, 3. Social Psychology, 4. Clinical Psychology in the Workplace, 5. Psychological Diagnostics, 6. Methodology and Evaluation. Sufficient knowledge in business psychology is considered demonstrated when these exams are passed with a grade of "4.0" or better.

For applicants with a degree in psychology: You must demonstrate sufficient knowledge in economics to successfully complete the master's programme. To this end, a written compulsory subject examination on the following economic topics must be carried out in advance of the respective semester at Fresenius University: 1. Basics of Business Administration, 2. Basics of Economics, 3. Marketing, 4. Managerial Accounting, 5. Cost and Performance Accounting, 6. Civil Law, Commercial and Corporate Law. Sufficient knowledge in economics is considered demonstrated when these exams are passed with a grade of "4.0" or better.

In addition, you must demonstrate proficiency in the German language at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages if German is not your native language.

Graduates of Fresenius University also submit a letter of recommendation from the dean of studies of the respective Bachelor's / Diploma programme or from the supervisor of the Bachelor's thesis / diploma thesis. External applicants undergo a selection interview with members of the admission committee.

Study Contents and Specialisations

The objective of the Master's programme in Business Psychology is to provide you with a solid and advanced knowledge in the scientific discipline of psychology, especially business psychology, and to expand these contents with interdisciplinary skills.

The programme Business Psychology (M.Sc.) is recognized by the Professional Association of German Psychologists (BDP) as a basic psychology degree due to its clearly psychological profile. The BDP's assessment is based on the criteria of the European Certificate in Psychology (EuroPsy), which is supported by the European Federation of Psychologists' Associations. Thus, there is the possibility of later recognition as a Euro-Psychologist.

The study plan includes the following modules:

• 1st Semester: Current topics in business psychology, Group Process Management, Decision-Oriented Management, Business and Corporate Ethics, Qualitative Research Methods (Data Collection/Analysis), Qualitative Research Project,
• 2nd Semester: Communication Process Management, Training and Consultation, Quantitative Research Methods (Data Collection/Analysis), Quantitative Research Project, Elective Module I
• 3rd Semester: Work and Health Psychology, Elective Module II
• 4th Semester: Master's Thesis, Colloquium

Throughout your studies, you will also delve into exciting specialisations, such as Marketing and Consumer Psychology, Personnel and Organisational Psychology, or Coaching and Consulting Psychology. Additionally, you will choose one of these elective modules: Legal Issues in Marketing, Labour Law, Conversation Skills, Digital Entrepreneurship, or Digital Media.

All Study Locations from Hamburg to Munich

Fresenius University offers the Master's in Business Psychology at a total of 6 locations in Germany. Conveniently, if you want to explore a new city during your studies, you can simply switch to one of the other campuses of the university.

Wiesbaden: In Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, Fresenius University has its roots, as Carl Remigius Fresenius founded his Chemical Laboratory there in 1848. The city not only offers numerous historical sights but also an interesting business structure with many medium-sized companies, service providers, agencies, and a lively start-up scene. Fresenius University, with its 30 modern lecture halls, the university library, and the canteen, is located at Moritzstr. 17a.

Hamburg: Hamburg, one of Germany's most attractive cities, not only offers a rich cultural scene and countless opportunities for going out but also excellent career prospects for after graduation. Logistics and trade, for example, are interesting industries, numerous advertising agencies and publishers are located there, and the healthcare sector is thriving in the city of 1.7 million. The Campus of Business & Media at Fresenius University is located at Alten Rabenstraße, and the Campus of Business & Social Affairs is located at Lilienstraße in Hamburg.

Cologne: Cologne, the bustling city with 1.1 million inhabitants in North Rhine-Westphalia, offers not only a lot of culture and entertainment but is also one of the most important economic hubs in Germany. Media companies, insurance companies, food, and chemical companies are particularly housed in the city - making it a great place to kickstart your career after graduation. You can find Fresenius University's Campus of Business & Media and the Campus of Health & Social Affairs directly at the MediaPark, the commercial park for media companies in the Neustadt-Nord district of Cologne.

Munich: Munich is one of the cities with the highest quality of life in Germany. The Bavarian capital offers not only a vast cultural offering and numerous sights but also a beautiful surrounding area with many lakes. With its many renowned, internationally active companies, Munich is one of the strongest economic cities in Germany. Fresenius University is represented in Munich with two locations: The Campus of Business & Media is located in Schwabing on Infanteriestraße, and the Campus of Health & Social Affairs is located on Charles-de-Gaulle-Straße.

Dusseldorf: Dusseldorf is an important business location for advertising, telecommunications, fashion, and management consulting. Due to the diverse mix of industries in Dusseldorf, the city is ideal for a top career start after graduation. Fresenius University is located in Dusseldorf at a total of 3 locations, at Platz der Ideen, in Fährstraße, and in Karl-Friedrich-Klees-Straße.

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• M.A. Human Resources Management, On-Campus Study: During the programme, you will learn to effectively shape the different dimensions of personnel management. In addition to enhancing your management and leadership skills, you will deepen your expertise in areas such as personnel recruitment, personnel development, and personnel marketing. Comprehensive knowledge in labour law, including contract design, completes the program and opens up excellent career opportunities.
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