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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Industrial Engineering (for Engineers) under the number 143110. Who is the Master's in Industrial Engineering (for Engineers) suitable for?
This distance learning course is aimed at engineers as well as graduates of scientific or information technology degree programmes who wish to specifically expand their technical expertise with business and management knowledge. It is particularly intended for professionals with a technical first degree who work at the interface between technology and business in their careers or want to take on leadership roles. The programme is suitable both for employed persons in industrial sectors such as mechanical engineering, automotive or electrical engineering and for aspiring managers in consulting, research and public institutions.
What formal admission requirements apply?
For admission you need:
- A completed first degree (Bachelor or Diplom) in the fields of industrial engineering, engineering sciences, natural sciences, information technology or computer science
- At least 210 ECTS credits from this first degree
- If you have fewer than 210 ECTS: completion of Pre-Master certificates from the WBH offer to supplement missing credits
Personal requirements: You should have analytical thinking skills and a structured way of working, as content from both engineering sciences and business and management will be combined. An interest in technical innovations, digitalisation and sustainable corporate processes is advantageous. Work experience in a technical environment facilitates the transfer to practice but is not a formal requirement. For distance learning, self-organisation, self-motivation and the ability to work independently via digital learning platforms are essential.
What content does the Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (for engineers) convey?
In the Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (for engineers) at Wilhelm Büchner University, you develop interdisciplinary skills at the interface between technology and business. The programme combines advanced business administration, legal, and engineering knowledge and prepares you for demanding positions in middle and senior management.
- Corporate management and strategic management: Introduction to modern leadership and management methods.
- Business administration and commercial law: Deepening entrepreneurial decision-making and legal framework conditions.
- Digital Finance & Controlling: Analysis, planning, and control of operational processes considering digital technologies.
- International management and intercultural communication: Skills for leading globally operating teams and managing international projects.
- Zukunftswerkstatt@WBH: Application of innovation and creativity techniques to current issues.
From the second semester onwards, you can choose from seven specialisations. These specialisations enable you to pursue your own career goals in a targeted way:
- Corporate management
- Product and service management
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Digitalisation and sustainability transformation
- Digital Transformation Management
- Innovation and technology management
- Digital energy management
Practical project work, an in-depth paper, as well as the final Master's thesis (including colloquium) complete the course and establish the link to professional practice.
How is the course structured and organised?
The Master's degree is designed as a part-time distance learning programme with a high degree of flexibility. You can start at any time and adjust the study workload individually to your life situation. The standard period of study is 18 months (three semesters), with a free extension option of 9 months available.
- The curriculum is modular: You work independently on individual completed modules, mostly consisting of learning material, online support, assignments, and examinations.
- Most examinations can be taken online or flexibly at examination centres.
- Interactive learning formats such as Zukunftswerkstätten, team projects, and digital tools promote the transfer of practical skills.
- In the second semester, you select three modules from a specialisation area.
- With the support of the digital, AI-based campus, you design your learning process independent of time and place.
- The course concludes with a Master's thesis including a colloquium.
What career opportunities arise after graduation?
With the degree Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, you acquire excellent prerequisites for specialist and leadership positions in various industries at the interface between technology and business. Typical fields of application are:
- Industrial companies across all sectors (automotive, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, food, pharmaceuticals)
- Consulting firms and service companies
- Research and universities
- Authorities and public institutions
Due to the combination of technical qualification and business know-how, you are a sought-after professional for topics such as digitalisation, innovation, supply chain management, or sustainability transformation. A direct entry into management or project leadership roles is just as possible as involvement in strategy and transformation processes in companies.
How does distance learning work at the Pfungstadt location?
The distance learning programme is offered by Wilhelm Büchner University from the administrative and study location Pfungstadt (near Darmstadt). The study model is completely location-independent and suitable for working professionals:
- All learning materials and interactive platforms are available online.
- Most examinations and coursework can be completed regardless of location. For a few practical elements or on request, there are on-site locations.
- Contact with lecturers and tutor teams takes place via the digital campus, which is accessible around the clock.
- Personal study advice and organisation are ensured via the central administration of the university in Pfungstadt or Darmstadt.
Therefore, the distance learning programme can be completed nationwide in Germany and worldwide from your own region.
What costs are to be expected for the Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (for engineers), and how can it be financed?
The tuition fees amount to €294 per month, resulting in total costs of €13,087 for the entire distance learning programme. This fee model is calculated specifically for the combination of work and studies.
- Free extension of up to 9 months possible without additional fees.
- Through the recognition of previous achievements, for every 5 credited ECTS, one monthly fee is waived – this can significantly reduce the total costs.
- Individual funding, discounts (e.g. for parental leave), and instalment payment schemes are offered.
- The course fees are tax deductible and may be eligible for funding under programmes such as Aufstiegs-BAföG.
Wilhelm Büchner University also offers personal advice on the financial planning of distance learning.
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