Master in International Management.
- Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Semester: 4, 6, 8
- ECTS: 120 ECTS
- Course language: English
- Study type: full-time or part-time or Study & Work
- Intake: Spring & Autumn
- Campus: Berlin, Bad Honnef, Dublin
Overview:
Int. Management - your gateway to the (business) world
Whether in a German company with international distribution centres or in the European section of an Asian group of companies – with a Master's degree in International Management you are not only a part of the management, you are also a part of global, intercultural processes.
The International Management master degree programme opens up a wide range of opportunities for you. Prepare yourself for attractive responsibilities in the global economy.
Facts & Figures
International Management
Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
Type of study: full-time or part-time*
Study model: on Campus or Study & Work*
Duration:
4 or 6 semesters (full-time)
8 semesters (part-time*)
6 semesters (Study & Work*)
Credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
Study abroad
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Campus: Bad Honnef, Berlin, Dublin
Intake: Spring & Autumn
*only at campus Dublin, starting autumn 2018
Leverage the Study&Work advantage
On selected master programmes you have the chance to take part in our Study&Work Programme in Dublin. Within this programme you combine practice-oriented coursework with practical experience on the job. We actively support you in finding an employer to help you gain hands-on experience during your studies. Study at IU in Dublin and finance your tuition fee up to 100% by working for one of our partners. Check out our study courses and campus locations!
Multi Campus
One study programme, three cities, countless experiences
In selected master programmes IU offers you the chance to switch during your studies between the German and Irish campus locations Dublin, Berlin and Bad Honnef.
Your advantages
Gain priceless experiences abroad
Expand your network with international contacts
No additional fees
A switch is possible every semester (at the end of each semester)
Requirements
You are a full-time student
Your study programme is offered at your preferred campus location
Why should I study International Management at IU?
International
International campus with students and professors from more than 85 nations
Practical orientation
High degree of practical relevance through guest speakers, company presentations, corporate projects and field trips
English-speaking
Lectures in English and intensive exchanges with professors and fellow students
Network
Top-class network of industry contacts for careers at home and abroad
Small groups
Instruction in small groups given by lecturers with track records of practical experience
Expertise
You may choose from different specialisations
Unique
Unique study programme with a high rate of recognition in the industry
Knowledge
Academic knowledge is consistently taught in case studies, project work and applied research projects
Set your personal focus
During your studies, you can chose one of the following specialisations:
Aviation 1,2
Finance & Accounting 1,2,3
Hospitality 1,2,3
Health Care 1,2
IT Management 1,2,3
Marketing 1,2,3
Human Resources 1,2
Logistics & Transport 1
Engineering Management 1
Big Data Management 1,3
1 Bad Honnef 2 Berlin 3 Dublin
What are the professional prospects in International Management?
The Master in International Management opens up many opportunities. The world of business is at your feet – whether you want to work in banks, management consultancies, major groups or small and medium-sized enterprises.
Once you have graduated, you will in future be able to work in top management positions in the fields of Marketing, Sales, Accounting, Financing and Controlling or also in Human Resource, Customer Service and Public Relations. Complete your Master at the IU and qualify yourself for attractive jobs in the globalised business world
Course content:
The Master's programme in International Management will train you to become an executive with management functions in four semesters – ideal preparation for your career:
- Your studies in International Management will be as practice-oriented as possible
- You will expand your knowledge in the important fundamentals of business administration
- You will train your soft skills, such as communication or intercultural competence
Order of study
1st Semester
Service Operations Management
Performance Measurement & Management
International Business Ethics
International Corporate Governance
International Economic Policy
Advanced Research Methods
Applied Statistics
Language Course I
2nd Semester
International Negotiation Skills
Leadership
Language Course II
Elective Courses:
International Organisational Behaviour
Advanced International Human Resources
International Management Accounting & Control
International Financial Accounting
International Marketing
International Financial Management
3rd Semester
Strategic Service Management
Majors:
Marketing
Human Resources
Accounting & Finance
Engineering Management
Aviation
Hospitality
Health Care*
IT Management*
Logistics & Transport
Big Data Management
4th Semester
Master Thesis & Colloquium
Step-by-step to your Master's degree in International Management
First semester
In the first semester you will update and expand your technical competence in subjects of "General Management".
Second semester
The choice is yours: Under the technical supervision of your lecturers, you can choose four out of six possible areas of focus and thus define a first cornerstone of your personal competence profile.
International Organizational Behavior
Internal Human Resource Management
International Management Accouting and Control
International Marketing
International Financial Management
International Financial Accounting
Third semester
The third semester is for expanding your specialisation in important areas of management:
International Marketing
Hospitality Management
Aviation Management
Human Resource Management
Accounting & Finance
Health Care
IT Management
Transport & Logistics Management
Engineering Management
Big Data Management
Fourth semester
In this semester you complete your studies by writing your Master's thesis. The thesis is written under the expert supervision of professors and lecturers as an independent scientific paper for solving a management task.
Academic and practically-oriented modules
Compulsory Modules
- Academic research methods
- Applied statistics
- Strategic aspects of service management
- Performance measurement and management
- International economic policy
- International business ethics
- Corporate governance in an international context
- You can also significantly improve your career prospects with various language courses – e.g. with commercial English, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic or Russian.
Optional compulsory modules (4 out of 6)
- International Organizational Behavior
- Internal Human Resource Management
- International Management Accouting and Control
- International Marketing
- International Financial Management
- International Financial Accounting
Your major specialisation
- (choose one out of ten)
- International Marketing
- Engineering Management
- Logistics & Transport
- Big Data Management
- Hospitality Management
- Aviation Management
- Human Resource Management
- Accounting & Finance
- Healt Care
- IT Management
Admission Requirements:
Prerequisites for admission to the Master International Management programme:
Master Int. Management · 120 ECTS
Preliminary studies: Bachelor´s degree (180 ECTS)
Final grade: Minimum grade point average of 3.0 according to the German grading system
Language skills: English, academic IELTS 6.0/ TOEFL IBT 80 points/ PTE 56 points (51 points in each component)
CHE-Ranking
The IU consistently achieves top scores
in the category “overall study conditions” (grade 1.6)
in the category “practical orientation” (1.7)
in the category “international orientation bachelor’s” (10 out of 11 possible points)
in direct comparison to the CHE Ranking 2014: Better ratings for “academic feasibility” (grade 1.4) and “support from professors” (grade 1.8)