MSc. International Management

Organisation:: Hochschule Furtwangen
Ort, Bundesland, Land:: Villingen-Schwenningen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Typ:: Full-time
Certificate:: M.Sc.
Duration:: 3 Semester/s

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Programme

The aim of the programme is to build on knowledge of business functions and organizations acquired at undergraduate level by looking at the complexity of business systems in the global en- vironment. Particular emphasis is placed on the future challenges faced by business organizations and the aims of sustainable management.

MSc. International Management students will aim to:

Acquire advanced qualitative and quantitative methodo- logical skills for problem solving
Explore the responsibilities of management in corporate governance, compliance and risk management
Develop an understanding of economic, social and eco- logical sustainability and the implications for management
Build a broad knowledge of industry and market dynamics
Develop a strategic mindset
Foster an awareness of the historical, cultural and philosophical roots of knowledge
Encourage critical awareness and self-reflection
Become familiar with the process of scientific research, data analysis and academic writing.

Target audience

Graduates of this programme will have aquired advanced problem solving skills that are needed for various leadership positions in both industry and the public sector. The generalistic approach, the strong methdological foundation and the international focus of this programme prepare graduates for a wide range of professional possibilities.

Some examples are:

Leadership positions in both multinational companies and SME´s – particularly those active in international markets
Positions in all types of management consultancies
Strategic positions in industry associations
Becoming an entrepreneur
Starting a PhD

The MSc. in International Management is designed for business graduates looking to develop their analytical and problem-solving skills at an advanced level. We are looking for bright, highly moti- vated graduates with a thirst for knowledge and the creativity to bring new ideas to class discussion.

Emphases/Curriculum

1. Semester:

Philosophy of Science
Research Design
Advanced Statistical Methods
Managerial Economics
Managing Organizations in Complex Environments
Innovative Human Ressource Management Strategies
Collaborative Research Projekt (1)
Research Seminar (1)

2. Semester:

Advanced Statistical Applications
Responsibilities of Managers
Sustainable Management
Strategic Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship
Collaborative Research Projekt (2)
Research Seminar (2)

3. Semester:

Master Thesis
Thesis Colloquium

Admission/Entrance requirements
Full-time:
Number of participants max.:	20
Number of applicants:	n.a.

Admission requirements: Above average undergraduate degree in a business related field Proficiency in English in written and spoken form as indicated by: TOEFL or IELTS Programme starts in winter semester (October) Application deadlines: 30 May for non-EU applicants (with international diploma) 15 July for EU applicants (with German or EU diploma)

Languages
Language(s) of instruction:	English
Going abroad:	not possible

10 good reasons to choose this programme

Small class size (max. 20 students)
Highly-ranked business school
Internationally diverse student body
Internationally experienced teaching staff
Programme taught entirely in English
Integrated and multidisciplinary approach to complex business problems
Strong methodological foundation
Research projects in small teams on current business topics
Development of competences for sustainable management
Explicit focus on future trends and innovation

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Organisation

The University of Furtwangen is a rapidly expanding university with 150 years of tradition in Germany's most prosperous and efficiently run state of Baden-Wurttemberg. With around 3.800 students and 7 departments in total it can be considered as a mid-size university.

The faculty with its focus on International Business has been in existence since 1995 on campus Villingen-Schwenningen.

Today the University of Furtwangen offers a broad selection of different subject areas: Bachelor (16) and masters programs (9) in the areas computer sciences, technology, business and engineering with business studies.

Study in Villingen-Schwenningen

In 1972 the town in its present form came into existence with the merger of the two formerly independent towns of Villingen and Schwenningen. Schwenningen was at one time the booming centre of the German clock industry with the headquarters of many well-known manufacurers located here. The world-famous clock and watch manufacturers Kienzle and Junghans both originated here. Hard times hit when the clock industry was revolutionised with the start of the digital age.

Villingen-Schwenningen has a lively centre with shops, cafes and restaurants in an attractive pedestrianised area and it now boasts three universities.

Villingen-Schwenningen is a sports region. Not only when the "Wild Wings" , the Team of the ERC Schwenningen is fighting for points with other top teams, is this entire sports entusiastics region in high spirits. Any type of sports, such as biking, tennis, golfing, skating or swimming is very popular here. The region has a heart for almost any type of sports activity and offers the best possible conditions.