Business Psychology, Master of Science

On-campus program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The Master’s degree in Economic Psychology (M.Sc.) at Hochschule Fresenius is aimed at graduates of Economic Psychology, Psychology, or related business administration programmes with at least 180 ECTS credits. In the full-time programme, which lasts four semesters, you will deepen your psychological and business knowledge with special focus areas in personnel psychology, advertising and consumer psychology, as well as work and organisational psychology. The curriculum includes leadership, decision-making psychology, and change management in digital organisations. The programme is state-accredited, offered at five locations in Germany, and provides flexible application periods. The Master of Science degree qualifies graduates for management and consulting positions in business and media.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein (Germany)
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest private universities with campuses in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich and Wiesbaden. It offers practice-oriented bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of chemistry & biology, business & media, health & social affairs and design, as well as training and continuing education. Studies are possible on a full-time, part-time and distance learning basis.
🎓 Field of Study EconomicsBusiness Psychology
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 4 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Current topics in economic psychology, management of group processes, decision-oriented management, business and corporate ethics, qualitative research methods (data collection/analysis), qualitative research project, management of communication processes, training and consulting, quantitative research methods (data collection/analysis), quantitative research project, elective module I, work and health psychology, elective module II, master's thesis, colloquium
📚 Electives Marketing and consumer psychology, personnel and organizational psychology, coaching and counseling psychology
📍 Location Hamburg, Cologne, Munich, Dusseldorf or Wiesbaden
📅 Enrollment Winter or summer semester
💶 Fees
from 850 € monthly
from 21095 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Requirements and Target Group

The Master's degree programme in Business Psychology at Hochschule Fresenius is aimed at graduates of a business psychology, psychology or business administration Bachelor's degree who wish to deepen their knowledge at the interface between psychology and business. The programme is particularly intended for individuals who want to specialise in leadership tasks, personnel development, organisational consulting, change management or marketing. It is suitable for Bachelor's graduates who want to work both analytically and interpersonally and who have an interest in practice-oriented, group-based study concepts.

What are the admission requirements?

To be admitted to the Master's degree programme in Business Psychology, you need:

  • A completed Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS, preferably in the field of business psychology, psychology or business administration, or an equivalent academic qualification (e.g. Diplom)
  • If you have a business administration Bachelor's degree, you must demonstrate sufficient psychological and business psychology competencies in a subject-specific entrance test
  • With a degree in psychology, an entrance test covering basic business administration knowledge is required

You should have a strong interest in psychological and economic issues and be enthusiastic about topics such as group and decision-making processes, ethics in business or change management. Important personal requirements include analytical thinking skills, communication ability, openness to interdisciplinary work and willingness to actively participate in group projects. Experience in dealing with empirical research, statistics or consulting is helpful but not compulsory.

Study Contents in Detail: What Awaits You in the Master’s in Business Psychology?

In the Master’s programme in Business Psychology at Hochschule Fresenius, you will engage with the complex interactions between human behaviour and economic activities. The course is interdisciplinary and combines content from psychology, economics, and social sciences. The central study contents include:

  • Current topics in business psychology (e.g. psychological processes in companies)
  • Management of group and communication processes
  • Decision-oriented management and decision psychology
  • Business and corporate ethics
  • Qualitative and quantitative research methods (data collection and analysis)
  • Conducting and evaluating qualitative and quantitative research projects
  • Training and consulting as practice-relevant competences
  • Work and health psychology

In the elective compulsory area, you deepen your knowledge in one of the specialisations:

  • Marketing and consumer psychology
  • Personnel and organisational psychology
  • Coaching and counselling psychology

Upon completion of this programme, you will develop skills in the development and implementation of psychological intervention measures, analysis of complex economic problems, leadership and consulting of teams as well as independent execution of scientific projects. Additionally, the university offers courses on personal development, career development and language skills.

Course Structure: How Is the Master’s Programme Organised?

The Business Psychology (M.Sc.) programme is designed as a four-semester full-time course comprising 120 ECTS credits. The study contents are delivered through lectures, seminars, group work and practical training. A distinctive feature of the programme is the high proportion of practice-oriented projects, in which you independently plan and carry out empirical investigations.

  • Full-time study with attendance requirement at one of the five locations
  • Teaching language is German
  • Two freely selectable elective compulsory modules and practice-related project work
  • In the fourth semester, preparation of the master’s thesis and colloquium
  • Regular group projects and training for consulting competences
  • Flexible start dates (winter or summer semester)

To support your academic success, Hochschule Fresenius offers complementary career services, networking events, and numerous additional qualifications within StudyPLUS.

Career Opportunities & Job Prospects: What Perspectives Does the Qualification Open Up?

With the Master of Science in Business Psychology, a wide range of professional fields at the intersection of psychology and business open up. Typical activities and industries for graduates include:

  • People & Culture Management (personnel development, organisational culture, diversity management)
  • Management consulting with focus on change management and organisational development
  • Marketing and market research (campaign analysis, consumer behaviour, user experience)
  • Coaching, training and internal consulting functions in companies
  • Personnel and organisational psychology (e.g. recruiting, diagnostics, leadership development)
  • Self-employed activity as a consultant in the field of business psychology

Graduates work in companies across various industries, in consulting firms, market research institutes or non-profit organisations. The degree also qualifies for managerial positions in HR as well as research-oriented careers. The extensive alumni and career network of Hochschule Fresenius supports you in entering the profession.

Study Locations: Where Can You Study?

The programme is delivered as an on-campus study at one of the five Hochschule Fresenius locations. You can choose between these cities:

  • Hamburg
  • Cologne
  • Munich
  • Düsseldorf
  • Wiesbaden

Each campus is modernly equipped and centrally located in the respective city. The individual locations have libraries, study rooms and opportunities to interact with lecturers and fellow students. Changing locations during the course of study is basically possible. The university atmosphere at all locations is characterised by small study groups, practice-oriented teaching and good networking with regional companies.

Costs and Financing: How Much Does the Master’s Programme Cost and How Can You Finance It?

The monthly tuition fee is 850 euros. For the four-semester full-time programme, the total amount is 20,400 euros. The registration fee is a one-off payment of 695 euros.

As part of your studies, you receive free additional offers, including:

  • Individual personal development and career courses
  • Language courses
  • Events on founding a business and networking

Several financing options are available to you:

  • BAföG for full-time students (depending on personal circumstances)
  • Scholarships from Hochschule Fresenius or external funding bodies
  • Student loans, e.g. through KfW or education funds
  • Part-time or working student jobs alongside studies

The university supports you with all questions concerning financing, including the combinability of different funding sources. This helps you create optimum conditions for a successful degree completion.

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