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International Management (M.A.) Int.

Master Full-time study Cologne Berlin Without NC from 842,— €,- / month

Video and phone conferences with team members in the United Kingdom and Brazil, production facilities in South Korea, cooperation partners in China, customers in the USA and Australia: the increasing interdependence of world economies requires firms to manage their businesses internationally and heavily engage in global collaboration. This macro development leads to an unprecedented need for international managers and professionals, equipped with a solid business education as well as intercultural and language skills.

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Advantages studyform

Full-time study:
Your advantages

  • The FHM all-round carefree package
  • Small study group
  • 100% practice-oriented studies

Admission requirements

What you should bring with you

A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with at least 180 credits is required for acceptance into the International Mangement Master’s Program. There are no special prerequisites regarding the type of study undertaken in the Bachelor’s degree.

Good English language skills that correspond to Level B of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or proof of English language Bachelor degree are required for the course. This language proficiency can be demonstrated with the following certificates:

  • ALTE level: Level 3
  • IELTS exam: minimum score of 5 - 6
  • TOEIC: score of 541 - 700
  • TOEFL iBT: minimum score 87
  • UNIcert: minimum UNIcert II

German language skills are not required for the International Management Master’s Program. However, a visa and residence permit is necessary to study in Germany.

What to expect in your studies

The increasing interdependence of world economies forces companies to face international competition and be vigilant to become or stay competitive. Managers in multinational corporations must be highly competent in global business practices, possess solid international work and intercultural experience and speak foreign languages fluently. The Master in International Management excels at providing the necessary education and helping develop the next generation of international managers in a globalized economy. Program graduates are well prepared with a solid foundation of theory concepts and practical applications in case studies and simulations. 

A vivid exchange with international firms further augments the experience. You have the opportunity to complete a twelve-week internship in an English-speaking international company, where you can apply, demonstrate and advance your management skills. Core classes include Foreign Trade & International Growth Markets, Human Resources & Cross-cultural Management and Business Management in a Globalized Economy. Electives in the Master in International Management include courses in Finance and Marketing.

  • Foreign Trade & International Growth Markets
  • International Law
  • Corporate governance in the globalized economy
  • German as a foreign language
  • Human Resources & Cross-cultural Management
  • International project and process management

  • International Accounting
  • International Finance & Funding
  • International Financial Markets
  • International Controlling

  • International Marketing Management
  • International Sales Management
  • Market Intelligence & Consumer Behaviour
  • Corporate Communications

  • Study in Practice (SiP)
  • Practitioner Colloquium & Company Visits
  • Quantitative & qualitative methods of economic & marketing research
  • Innovation and Change Management

How to apply

You may commence the International Management Master’s Program in the winter term (beginning early October), spring term (beginning early February) or the summer term (beginning early June). The application deadlines for each respective are as follows:

  • Winter term: 1st July
  • Spring term: 15. November
  • Summer term: 15th March

Application Documents:
In order to consider your application for our Master’s course, we need the following documents:

  • Application form  
  • CV
  • Copy of Bachelor’s degree
  • Copy of transcript of records/ mark sheets  
  • Copy of passport
  • B2 English language certificate (IELTS min 5.0; TOEFL min. 87 pts.) or proof of English language Bachelor degree

Your perspectives after graduation

As an International Manager, your destination is to assume leadership responsibilities on domestic and international teams.  For example, your employer will assign you to enter a new or expand existing operations in an international market.  Alternatively, you can transform your entrepreneurial ideas into a successful international startup venture, taking advantage of global business opportunities. 

Attractive career paths are available in fast-growing fields like international marketing and sales, international financial management, international human resource management, international supply chain management or international project management.  You might also consider starting your own management consulting business.

  • Corporate management and development
  • Procurement or sales management on an international level
  • International Accounting or Controlling
  • Ex- or importing trade
  • International personnel management and intercultural leadership
  • International service providers (agencies or consulting with international customers)
  • International marketing in German companies
  • Foreign subsidiaries or sales companies of German companies
  • International project management
  • International customer management
  • Consulting industry

At a glance

International Management (M.A.) Int. Full-time study
All the facts about your studies

Creditpoints: 120 ECTS

Duration: 24 Months

Start of studies: Oktober, Februar & Juni

Locations: Cologne, Berlin

Locations and tuition fees

You can complete your Full-time study here

Face-to-face studies
in Cologne

Your Study

  • Studyform: Full-time study
  • Duration: 24 Months
  • 842,— € / Month
  • Examination: 0,— €
  • Total costs : 20.208 €

Face-to-face studies
in Berlin

Your Study

  • Studyform: Full-time study
  • Duration: 24 Months
  • 842,— € / Month
  • Examination: 0,— €
  • Total costs : 20.208 €

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