Master (MA) Management

• Degree Programme: M.A. 60 ECTS credits
• Language: English
• Mode of Study: On campus in Germany
• Accreditation: Accredited in line with German and European standards
• Recognition: Your degree is Internationally recognised and can easily be transferred to another country
• Study Duration: 12 months

Start your journey towards analytical and managerial excellence with our Master's in Management in Germany. Our curriculum is specifically designed to make you future-ready, helping you acquire vital managerial and strategic skills suited for the global business landscape.

Upon completion of your studies, you will be adept at: 

• Understanding and applying strategic business management concepts. 
• Leveraging data and advanced research methodologies for decision-making. 
• Navigating the global economy and managing effectively within it. 
• Developing expertise in a range of advanced topics through the elective modules. 

Semester 1

1. Managing in a Global Economy — 5 ECTS
2. Strategic Management — 5 ECTS
3. Advanced Research Methods — 5 ECTS
4. Operations and Information Management — 5 ECTS
5. Elective A — 10 ECTS

Semester 2

1. Seminar: Managing People and Organizations — 5 ECTS
2. Elective B — 10 ECTS
3. Master Thesis — 15 ECTS

Elective A

1. Data Science and Analytics — 10 ECTS
2. Manufacturing Methods Industry 4.0 & IoT — 10 ECTS
3. Corporate Finance and Investment — 10 ECTS
4. Sales, Pricing and Brand Management — 10 ECTS
5. IT Project and Architecture Management — 10 ECTS
6. Leadership and Change — 10 ECTS
7. AI and Mastering AI Prompting — 10 ECTS

Elective B

1. Big Data — 10 ECTS
2. Product Development & Design Thinking — 10 ECTS
3. Advanced Management Accounting & Control — 10 ECTS
4. Consumer Behaviour and Research — 10 ECTS
5. IT Governance and Service Management — 10 ECTS
6. Leadership and Corporate Governance — 10 ECTS
7. Internship — 10 ECTS
8. Financial Markets, Institutions & Instruments — 10 ECTS
9. Banking Regulations and Compliance in International Settings — 10 ECTS
10. Fintech Foundations and Alternative Finance — 10 ECTS

With this programme, you’ll have access to human and AI-powered tutoring.

Your tutors will be available to answer any questions, and you’ll have recurring appointments where you can discuss course topics with them and other students.

Syntea, IU’s AI-powered tutor, will be available 24/7 to guide you through your courses and prepare you for exams.

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Global Project Manager

As a Global Project Manager, you will coordinate and execute various projects across international borders. Your role would include planning, budgeting and managing resources effectively to achieve project objectives. You will also navigate cultural differences and liaise with international teams to drive the project's success.

Management Consultant

Management Consultants help businesses enhance their performance by providing expert solutions to challenging problems. With your degree in Management, you can advise companies on their strategies, operations, and structures, creating immense value for their business. You will also monitor industry trends and propose innovative solutions.

Supply Chain Manager

A Supply Chain Manager plays a crucial role in managing the end-to-end operations of product supply chains. You will ensure an efficient flow of goods, from manufacturing to delivery, while addressing any bottlenecks or issues. Maintaining good supplier relationships and optimising processes will also fall under your remit.

General admission requirements

• Completed undergraduate degree with 240 ECTS credits.
• Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university
• You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree
• Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of study programme. Work experience must have been gained after completion of your undergraduate studies

Admission Interview

Once your application and documents are submitted, you will be invited to a 15-minute online interview conducted by our admission team. During the interview we will discuss your academic background, reasons for pursuing further study, and career objectives.

Work experience

• Proof of at least one year’s qualified work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme (the work experience must be gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies).
• You can provide us a translation of your employment contract and your pay slip or you can ask your company to fill out this form in English, sign it, apply the company stamp and send it to us

English language skills

• IELTS (at least 6.5 points)
• TOEFL IBT (at least 90 points)
• Cambridge certificate (B2 First with min. score of 176)
• Citizenship: If you are from a country where English is the official and educational language, your passport can serve as proof of English proficiency.