For Non-Business Graduates: International Management Master’s program

Globalization eradicates borders, and digitalization prompts industries and societies to form closer networks. In this world, experts are those who combine knowledge of their industry with an understanding of organizational processes, and the ability to think economically, dynamically, and based on solutions. If you want to become one of these experts but have not gained specialized economics expertise yet, this master’s program will provide you with the know-how you need.

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Career prospects with your study program

After completing the Master’s program International Management (M.A.), you will have the wide-ranging expertise and business skills required to assume a management role with a global company, work for a non-profit organization or public institution, or return to the discipline of your Bachelor’s degree, with new talents that will allow you to shine. With your interdisciplinary background and newly acquired intercultural competencies, you will also be well-equipped to coordinate your own teams.

After you successfully completed the Master’s study program International Management (M.A.), you will have the following career prospects, for example:

Management positions in small, medium-sized, and large companies
Upscale positions with international companies
Management positions in various departments and intercultural teams
Assistant to or spokesperson for the management or heads of department
Change management and management consultant
Consulting positions in NGOs or public institutions

Master’s graduates also have the option of pursuing a doctorate.

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Your study program in detail

The Master’s program International Management (M.A.) aims to turn students into economics enablers. Whether you’re looking to go into marketing, HR, or finance, you will not only have the economic expertise necessary to start your career but will also know how to use this when identifying solutions. Management becomes both a skill and a way to think ahead, anticipating challenges but also facilitating change. Find out more about the program here!

The Master’s study program International Management (M.A.) gives you an in-depth understanding of current economic and social challenges and teaches you to apply business measures in contexts such as society, technology, education, and culture. You will also learn how organizations work and how to communicate with multiple stakeholders inside and outside the economic arena in order to achieve long-lasting solutions. You will acquire skills such as.

Management essentials in a global context
Interdisciplinary project management
Advanced international management
German-language, intercultural and language skills
Economics
Research methods and empirical skills
Financial Management

Elevating your study program with a distinct specialization, you will dive into one chosen field, gaining both knowledge and practical skills. This focused approach will empower you to confidently pursue your career goal. You will choose one major, ensuring a personalized journey aligned with your professional aspirations:

Marketing equips you with the expertise to develop and execute successful marketing campaigns, utilizing cutting-edge digital marketing strategies and understanding the nuances of consumer behavior.
Business Analytics focuses on transforming raw data into actionable business insights, honing analytical skills, and mastering effective communication to drive informed decision-making.
Project Management provides you with the essential skills and practical experience to effectively manage complex projects from start to finish.

Instead of spending your third semester on campus you can choose to complete an internship or opt for a semester abroad. This will allow you to deepen your knowledge in management-related areas and to gain professional or intercultural experience.

Practice-oriented learning is a top priority at Hochschule Fresenius. If you join the Master’s study program International Management (M.A.), you can expect application-oriented teaching from experts who will pass on their wealth of professional experience. You will work on two team projects and may opt for an internship with a company as an alternative in the third semester. In addition, interactive learning, excursions, guest lectures, and workshops are common practice at Hochschule Fresenius.

Admission requirements

To be admitted to the Master’s study program International Management (M.A.) (for Non-Business Graduates) at Hochschule Fresenius, you need to fulfil the following requirements:

You must have completed a Bachelor’s study program with at least 180 credit points.

You do not need to have earned credit points in a business-related subject in order to be admitted. Previous knowledge of economics is not required. On the contrary, you can have gained a maximum of 60 credit points in business or economics in your Bachelor’s degree.

For more information, please contact our Study Advice Service.

Your English language skills must be equivalent to Level B2 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Application process