International Business Management, Master of Science

On-campus program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The Master's programme "International Business Management" at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences provides practice-oriented skills and knowledge in the field of global business strategies and international corporate management.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein
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 EconomicsInternational Management
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 4 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction English
📖 Course contents International & Global Management, Corporate Strategy, Leadership & Management, Advanced Project Management, German I: Living in Germany or Intercultural Communication & Competence, Research Methodology, Applied Strategic International Management, Managing Transformation & Change, Innovation Management & Design Thinking, Interdisciplinary Team Project I, German II: Working in Germany or Foreign Language Skills, Quantitative & Qualitative Methods for Business, International Economics & Global Relations, Entrepreneurship, Advanced Team Project 10 CP, Scientific Work in Practice, International Experience, Scientific Work in Practice, International Studies, Corporate Governance, Digital Trends & Global Transformations, Master‘s Thesis
📚 Electives Corporate Finance, Sustainability Management & CSR in a Global Context, International Relations & Current World Affairs, Consumer Behavior & Psychology, Strategic Marketing & Brand Management, Internship
📍 Location Cologne, Berlin or Munich
📅 Enrollment Winter or summer semester
💶 Fees
from 880 € monthly
from 21120 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.com
  • No numerus clausus, no admission restrictions
  • 3 possible study cities, you can change the study location as you wish in the course of your studies
  • Intensive Master's programme in small learning groups

Admission Requirements

With your Master in International Business Management, you will work as an International Sales Manager or Business Development Manager, for example.

The prerequisite for admission to this degree programme is a successfully completed Bachelor's degree (with a grade of "good" or better) with at least 180 ECTS credits or a comparable academic degree, such as a Diplom degree. In case of a deviating grade point average, the ability to study can be proven by a separate selection interview, if necessary.

If the Bachelor's degree programme has not yet been completed in full, 80% of the credit points to be acquired must already have been achieved at the time of application. The outstanding achievements must be completed by the time of enrolment at the latest.

In the previous Bachelor's degree programme, at least 20% of the ECTS points should be allocated to the subject area of economics. Missing ECTS points from the subject area of economics can be proven either by a separate entrance test or by proof of successfully completed commercial vocational training or by at least 18 months of relevant professional activity in business administration.

In addition, you provide evidence of language skills in English at least at level B2 of the Council of Europe Framework of Reference or at an equivalent level.

Study content and specialisations

The International Business Management programme at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is a Master's programme that aims to prepare students for a career in international management. The programme provides students with knowledge in the areas of strategy, management, finance and marketing, which are necessary for a successful career in the global environment.

Students learn how to develop and implement global business strategies, how to communicate successfully in different cultures and how to solve complex business problems. The programme has an international focus and offers students the opportunity to interact with students from different countries and work on various international projects.

The curriculum includes the following modules:

  • Semester 1: International & Global Management, Corporate Strategy, Leadership & Management, Advanced Project Management, German I: Living in Germany or Intercultural Communication & Competence, Research Methodology, Applied Strategic International Management
  • Semester 2: Managing Transformation & Change, Innovation Management & Design Thinking, Interdisciplinary Team Project I, German II: Working in Germany or Foreign Language Skills, Quantitative & Qualitative Methods for Business
  • Semester 3: International Economics & Global Relations, Entrepreneurship, Advanced Team Project 10 CP, Scientific Work in Practice, International Experience, Scientific Work in Practice, International Studies
  • Semester 4: Corporate Governance, Digital Trends & Global Transformations, Master‘s Thesis

In the course of your studies, you will also delve into exciting specialisations, such as Consumer Behaviour & Psychology or Strategic Marketing & Brand Management.

All study locations from Berlin to Munich

Fresenius University of Applied Sciences offers the Master's degree in International Business Management at a total of 2 locations in Germany. Practical: If you would like to get to know a new city during the course of your studies, simply change to one of the university's other campuses.

Berlin: In Berlin, the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences operates a campus for the Department of Business & Media at Jägerstraße 32, right next to the Gendarmenmarkt in Berlin-Mitte. Another campus for the Department of Fashion & Design is located in Prenzlauer Berg. As the federal capital and political centre, Berlin is also an exciting university city - there are around 170,000 students in Berlin.

Cologne: Cologne, the vibrant metropolis of 1.1 million in North Rhine-Westphalia, not only offers plenty of culture and entertainment. The city is also one of the most important business locations in Germany. The city is home to media, insurance, food and chemical companies in particular - so the chances of starting a career in Cologne after graduation are particularly high. You will find the Business & Media Campus and the Health & Social Campus of the university directly in the MediaPark, the business 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 not only offers an enormous cultural offering and numerous sights but also a beautiful surrounding area with numerous lakes. With many renowned, internationally active companies, Munich is one of the economically strongest cities in Germany. Fresenius University is represented in Munich with two locations: you can find the Campus for Business & Media in Schwabing on Infanteriestraße and the Campus for Health & Social Sciences in Charles-de-Gaulle-Straße.

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