Introduction
Due to COVID-19, all lectures at IU International University of Applied Sciences will occur in a virtual classroom until further notice. We aim to ensure that the current special circumstances will not result in students being disadvantaged in their course of study.
Your degree, your way: 
We design our programmes and courses to be as flexible and innovative as possible—without sacrificing quality. We deliver specialist expertise and innovative learning materials as well as focusing on excellent student services and professional advice. With IUBH you can study on campus, online or combine both and switch between the two. Our distance learning materials allow you to gain an accredited degree from wherever you are and work around your job or personal commitments.
Prefer to study on campus? Get your real-life university experience at one of our two campuses in Germany and network with people from all over the world.
Why IU?
#1 University in Europe: Join Europe’s largest private university with more than 70,000 students
Maximum Flexibility: Study on campus, online or switch between the two options. You choose where you want to study. For online studies, you can pay your study fees in monthly instalments and do your online exams 24/7
Fully Accredited Degree: All our degrees benefit from German state accreditation and are internationally recognized in major jurisdictions such as the EU, US and UK
Study at a 5-star rated University from QS: IUBH is the first German university that achieved a 5-star rating for Online Learning from QS (www.topuniversities.com)
International Focus, Practical Orientation: We focus on practical training and an international outlook which gives IUBH graduates a decisive advantage: 94% of our graduates have a job within six months of graduation and, after an average of two years on the job, 80% move into management. Plus, we work closely with big companies such as Lufthansa, Sixt, and EY to give you great opportunities and insights.
Your door to the business world
No matter your specialist area, a master's degree in management can take your career opportunities to the next level. Management skills are highly sought after by companies worldwide—no matter the industry. With a Master’s in management on your resume, you show potential employers that you are a decision-maker with motivation and the right mindset to manage resources, projects, or people and drive business success. This well-rounded degree can top off your existing knowledge in your specialist area. With IU, you can study on campus, online, or switch between both with our new flexible studies option. On-campus our programmes are now available with two additional intakes, you can start in January, April, July or October.
Facts & Figures
Degree:
Study model:
Duration:
Master of Arts (MA)
on Campus, Blended, Online
2 semesters
Intakes:
Tuition
Admission
Bad HonnefBerlin
from 1183 Euro; full-time price on campus (online is 2000 euro less per semester with scholarships available)
Bachelor’s degree, placement test if necessary, proof of English language skills
Programme Structure
The Master Management will give you general management know-how and develop your individual methodical expertise:
You will deepen your knowledge in the areas of business management and leadership through academic and practice-oriented modules.
You will actively work on your soft skills such as communication skills and intercultural awareness.
You will learn how to analyze the economic environment and draw appropriate conclusions from a management perspective.
You will learn the basic tools of negotiation and apply your theoretical knowledge to practical examples from professional work situations.
You will learn how to implement change successfully while taking entrepreneurship and innovation into account.
1st semester
2nd semester
Managing in a Global Economy
Strategic Management
Elective A Choose one module out of 6:
Sales, Pricing and Brand Management
Corporate Finance and Investment
IT Project and Architecture Management
Manufacturing Methods Industry 4.0 and Internet of Things
Data Science and Analytics
Leadership and Change
Advanced Research Methods
Operations and Information Management
Elective B Choose one module out of 6:
Consumer Behaviour and Research
Advanced Management Accounting & Control
IT Governance and Service Management
Product Development and Design Thinking
Big Data
Leadership and Corporate Governance
Seminar: Managing People and Organisations
Master Thesis & Colloquium
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Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements:
Completed undergraduate study from a public or officially recognised university/higher education institution (240 ECTS).
If you have less than 240 ECTS on your university degree, begin your studies after having passed our admission test TASC.
A final grade of at least "Satisfactory" or grade C (as commonly used in the US and Canada).
Work Experience:
At least one year of work experience before the start of the IU Online Master programme (achieved after previous studies).
English Level:
Proof of English skills.
If English is your native language or you graduated from an English-speaking school/university, you do not have to prove your English skills.
Career Relevance
With a Master Management course, you will be trained in your chosen specialisation for your future as a manager. Whether in International Marketing, Engineering Management, IT Management, Finance, or Big Data, your career and salary prospects are optimal.
Explore your options
The huge corporate demand for globally-oriented executives and IU’s excellent reputation in academia and industry gives IU graduates huge leverage for a successful career, whether in their country of origin, in Germany, or one of 25 Schengen countries covered by a post-study work permit.
