Our MSc in International Management program provides you with the management and leadership skills you will need for your career in a multinational company. Our courses cover a broad range of topics in the key business administration fields and, additionally, focus on sustainability and digitalization. Thus, sharpen your entrepreneurial thinking (entrepreneurship) and sustainable actions in a global environment, and enhance your career prospects. The program targets your personal development and focuses on developing your leadership abilities. The teaching method includes both case- and project-based learning, excursions, business simulations, integrated internships, and regular interaction with industry professionals. Practical relevance is the program’s core.
German universities and our educational system are world class and recognized by employers around the globe. In Germany, you will be able to live freely: this is a safe country for all students. Germany has a strong economy and a stable job market. After successfully graduating from KLU you are legally entitled to work in Germany. You will also be allowed to stay in Germany for up to 18 months after graduation to find the ideal job. In addition to the benefits of Germany, the cosmopolitan city of Hamburg has been frequently voted as one of the most livable cities in the world, and offers a great work life balance for its residents.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college.
- Proof of English language proficiency:
We require a degree in business or economics, but will consider other analytical fields such as industrial engineering, business informatics, and mathematics if your bachelor's degree contains at least four courses in business. There are different ways to make up for missing business courses.
The bachelor’s degree must comprise 180 ECTS for the standard track or 210 ECTS for the fast track and the part-time track. Applicants for the fast track and for the part-time track must have done at least one academic term abroad during their previous university study. Equally possible to prove an internship abroad, which was officially part of the bachelor’s degree program.
Apply with you transcript of records if you have not yet received your degree certificate.
Application Deadlines
- Start of application period: November 1
- Early-bird deadline: 10% discount on overall tuition for fully completed applications: January 15
- Recommended application deadline for international (non-EU) applicants: March 31
- Final application deadline for international (non-EU) applicants: May 31
- Final application deadline for European applicants: July 15 (Extended to the 15th of August)
Admissions Process
We require an application fee of €50 for non-EU/EEA applicants. We offer application fee waivers for selected candidates.
Curriculum
Our Master in International Management program starts every September.
Standard Track | Fast Track | Part-Time Track | |
Program ECTS | 120 ECTS | 90 ECTS | 90 ECTS |
ECTS for Admission | 180 ECTS | 210 ECTS | 210 ECTS |
Internship | Mandatory | Mandatory | No |
Semester Abroad | 1 semester / free to choose3 | No | No |
Curriculum | Curriculum | Curriculum | Curriculum |
3Students who have already studied outside of Germany for a substantial amount of time might have the option to spend their third semester at KLU. For more information please enquire.
Courses
Analytical Methods in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Applied Research Methods
Business Analytics and Econometrics
Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Capstone Project
Corporate Social Responsibility
Data Science
Economics of Digital Transformation
Electronic Business
Financial Performance Management and Management Control
Global Trends in Human Resource Management
Humanitarian Logistics
Independent Studies
International Economics
Internship
Leadership and Organizational Behavior
Logistics Information Systems
Managerial Skills I
Managerial Skills II
Managing Supply Chain Complexity
Maritime Logistics
Marketing Analytics
Master’s Thesis
Practice Report
Pricing Strategy and Revenue Management
Sourcing and Procurement Management
Strategic Issues in Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Analytics
Sustainable Finance
Sustainable Globalization
Sustainable Logistics
Sustainable New Product Development
Transportation and Distribution
Warehousing and Intra-logistics
Master students in the standard track have the opportunity to spend their third semester abroad. Enrolled as a full-time student at the host university, you will acquire first-hand insights into new cultures and countries and have unique experiences.
- Choose between more than 60 renowned partner institutions around the world.
- Complement your studies with courses beyond KLU’s scope of specialties.
- Discover new cultures and countries and engage in activities you have never lived before.
- Make friends from across the globe.
- Boost your skills in speaking a second language (although classes are offered entirely in English).
- Have a mind-opening experience that will make your student time unique and memorable.
Do read up on our blogpost: 5 keys to maximaze your international experience
- Access to alumni via alumni portal & alumni career talks
- Networking opportunities and training
- Practice-oriented guest lectures by high-profile industry professionals
- Recruiting events on campus
- Exclusive internship and job offers
- Annual CV book prior to graduation
All career services are integrated into your curriculum. Read about our career development program in this article.
KLU Career Connect: This is not your typical career fair! Get inspired by short company pitches at the company slam, ask all your questions and network at the Meet & Greet and introduce yourself to relevant companies with a professional pitch in 1:1 sessions. No worries, our career courses will prepare you and make sure you can shine in front of the potential employers!
Alumni Career Talks: At this peer-to-peer career event you will meet KLU alumni from various industries who will share their story and their experiences with you. You get to meet in a relaxed setting and you can practice your networking skills. Connect with one of the alumni from your dream company or get inspired to explore an industry you haven’t thought of before. Our alumni are looking forward to meeting you!
Tuition
Our Master in International Management program starts every September.
Standard Track | Fast Track | Part-Time Track | |
Study Period | 2 years / 4 semesters | 1,5 years / 3 semesters | 2,5 years / 5 semesters |
Tuition Fees |
Scholarships
KLU offers a limited number of merit and need-based scholarships, plus a sport scholarship program for German national team athletes. Stipends of gifted education instituions (Begabtenförderwerke) can apply for a full tuition fee waiver at KLU. We will also support student from refugee comumunities in Hamburg. Do read up on the criteria that apply for each scholarship.
Brain Capital is an innovative tuition financing concept. Students participating in these models do not or only partially pay tuition fees during their studies at KLU. However, they commit themselves to make income-dependent payments upon completion of their studies. The total amount of payments is linked to the income earned. The model is based on a solidarity principle: students with higher income repay more than students with lower income. There are limits for maximum annual and maximum total payments (about twice the tuition fee amount adjusted for inflation).
Do read up on our blogpost: Brain Capital: The solidary financing that believes in your potential
There are different loan schemes to finance the cost of living. These primarily target German and EU nationals. Candidates of other nationalities are only eligible if they have a German baccalaureate (Abitur) and permanent residence status in Germany.
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Career prospects
We understand that a lot of students rate post graduate career prospects among their top three college search information needs. You may want to explore profiles of our students and alumni on our LinkedIn University Page. One program that is unique and helps KLU students during their studies to pursue and manage their career goals is the Career & Professional Development Program.
Your degree from the KLU will certainly be career boosting. Alumni from our programs were hired for example by Accenture GmbH, Airbus S.A.S., BASF, Beiersdorf AG, DB Schenker - Rail, EADS Group, IBM Group, Kühne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG, Johnson & Johnson Medical, Lufthansa Group, Siemens, Vattenfall Wind Power or Anheuser-Bush.