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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Business Psychology under the number 142610c. Who benefits from the Master's in Business Psychology at Euro-FH?
The distance learning Master's programme in Business Psychology (M.Sc.) at the European Distance and Independent Studies University Hamburg is aimed at working professionals with a degree in economics who wish to acquire psychological expertise and apply it in economic contexts. Typical participants are specialists and managers from human resources, organisational development, marketing, consulting, or related fields. It is particularly targeted at individuals with no prior psychological knowledge who want to expand their existing skills with business psychology qualifications for roles in personnel management, change management, human resources, or marketing.
What formal criteria must you meet for admission?
For admission to the Master's programme, you need a first professional university degree (e.g. Bachelor's, Diploma or equivalent) – preferably in economics or a related field. In addition, at least one year of relevant, qualified professional experience following the first degree as well as English language skills are required. A numerus clausus (NC) is not necessary. If you do not have a first degree, access may be possible under certain conditions via Euro-FH's Master's entry programme; here the university individually assesses whether an equivalent qualification and sufficient professional experience are present.
You should have an interest in business and psychological interrelationships as well as openness to application-oriented work. Analytical thinking skills, communication ability, and problem-solving competence are important, as tasks are often designed to be practice-oriented. For distance learning, self-organisation, initiative, and time management are also essential to complete the studies flexibly alongside work.
What content do you learn in the Master’s in Business Psychology at Euro-FH?
In the Master’s programme in Business Psychology at the European Distance and Further Education School Hamburg, you combine psychological expertise with solid economic knowledge. The aim is that you understand, analyse and apply human behaviour in a corporate context through practical measures. The course is specifically designed for people without prior psychological knowledge and initially builds fundamental competencies in psychology.
- Basics of Business Psychology: You acquire psychological and business foundational knowledge necessary for analysing human behaviour in organisations.
- Communication and Interaction: You will learn how to manage communication within companies and design interactions effectively.
- Personnel and Organisational Development: You learn methods for developing employees as well as strategies to purposefully shape organisational structures and corporate culture.
- Interface between Humans and Technology: Competencies in the area of human-machine interaction and the integration of new technologies in the workplace are developed.
- Specialisations: From various current topics, you choose two areas of specialisation, for example:
- Leadership and Leadership Skills
- Consumer Psychology & Advertising Effectiveness
- Management Decision Making
- User Experience & Consumer Research
- Business Psychological Crisis Management
- Personnel Development
- Health Management
- Intercultural Business Psychology
- Human-Machine Interaction
- Recruiting & Aptitude Diagnostics
During the course, case studies, current research findings and practical examples are used to apply theory directly. Upon completion, you will have acquired an extensive range of methodological skills, consulting and leadership competences as well as knowledge in the area of change management.
How is the organisation of the Business Psychology Master’s programme structured?
The Master’s programme at Euro-FH is designed as distance learning, enabling you to study flexibly alongside your job. The standard period of study is 24 months but can be shortened to 21 months by increasing your learning pace. A free extension of up to 12 months is possible.
- Duration and structure: The recommended duration is four semesters. You can start the course at any time.
- Learning formats: The programme uses digital, multimedia study materials: printed and digital study booklets, podcasts, online tutorials, webinars, self-tests and an AI learning companion (KILEA).
- Examinations: Exams can be taken monthly online or at nationwide examination centres.
- Seminars: Five seminars must be completed – one virtually, four optionally either in person or virtually. The seminars serve to deepen specific content and facilitate practical exchange.
- Flexibility: You can choose exams flexibly and determine your own learning pace. Prior achievements can be credited upon application.
The entire programme is organised so that it can be integrated into any life and work situation. Personal study support, tutors and digital tools provide continuous assistance.
What career opportunities does the Master’s degree open up for you?
With the Master of Science in Business Psychology, you acquire a combination of psychological and business expertise that is in demand in many corporate and consulting areas. Graduates often take on interface roles where they accompany change processes, design employee-oriented strategies and participate in the development of organisations.
- Personnel and leadership development as well as coaching
- Organisational consulting, change management and consulting
- Personnel marketing, recruiting and aptitude diagnostics
- Occupational health management
- Market research as well as consumer, market and advertising psychology
- Human factors and design of human-technology interfaces
- Promotion of sustainability and ethical action in companies
- International personnel and organisational management
You qualify for positions in middle and upper management, consulting and staff functions, as well as roles in personnel and market research departments.
How and where does the course take place?
The Business Psychology course at Euro-FH takes place predominantly online as distance learning. All essential study and examination components are organised digitally. Participation in the five scheduled seminars can be chosen flexibly – either on-site at physical locations or entirely virtually. The university’s main location is Hamburg, but the programme is explicitly aimed at location-independent students throughout Germany and beyond.
What costs and funding options should you expect for the distance learning course?
The total cost of the Master’s in Business Psychology is €11,880. This amount consists of monthly instalments starting at €495. Different payment models are available depending on financial situation and duration of study.
- Cost structure: €495 per month based on the standard study period of 24 months (total: €11,880).
- Flexibility: Costs adjust accordingly if the course is completed faster or over a longer period.
- Funding options: Various options for financial assistance exist, e.g. scholarships for gifted students, tax deductibility of costs as further education, educational grants or support from employers (continuing education funding).
- Special promotions: Occasionally, discounts such as a starting bonus or promotional offers may be available.
- Prior achievements: Recognition of prior study achievements can save time and costs.
A free extension of the study period is possible. You can test the course for four weeks without obligation and have flexible payment and funding models to choose from.
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