Master's Program International Management

Qualification through the IM Program

In a globally competitive business environment, international managers must not only have a firm command of professional core competencies and management techniques, but also have to be able to deal with the intercultural specifities of different markets. This cultural sensitivity is important not only in customer relations, but also to be able to work with employees and colleagues from different countries. The International Management program prepares students for this challenge. Building on the knowledge they gained from their Bachelor’s degrees, they will acquire comprehensive professional skills and social competencies in three semesters plus the time writing the Master’s thesis. They will learn how to manage intercultural teams, and how to market products globally. In the process, students will hone their analytical thinking skills. The curriculum includes courses in Controlling, Financial Management, International Taxation and Law, Marketing Management, and Human Resource Management. Students also focus on foreign languages. In addition to attending lectures held in English, students take languages classes in French and Spanish. Depending on their choice of international university, students can expand their knowledge of a foreign language to reach proficiency level. Students gain hands-on work experience through the integrated internships. Alternatively, they can participate in a research seminar. With this know-how, graduates will be qualified to take on middle to upper level management positions in any business area, but particularly in fields with an international dimension.