M.A. International Management (MIM)
IU International University of Applied Sciences - Online Studies
Key Information
Campus location
Online
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
12 - 24 Months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
EUR 2,568 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* full-time total fees 60 ECTS; 14.143 €: full-time total fees 120 ECTS. Fees include graduation fee 799€
Introduction
Today’s managers are expected to perform well not only in the domestic market, but also compete in the global market. This requires a new, more advanced set of skills – the set that this Master’s degree in International Management will give you.
In this study track, you’ll work on developing a wide variety of practical management skills, aimed to prepare you for managing international teams in a wide variety of industries. Consider the different challenges that today’s business world has to offer, and what successful managers must do in order to face them and win.
Once you’ve graduated, you’ll be ready to balance company goals between employee expectations and customer demands, launch successful digital campaigns and identify growth and scaling opportunities in different markets. Ready to take the next step?
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Program Tuition Fee
Curriculum
Learn about the challenges and opportunities facing international businesses, and develop the unique set of skills needed to lead teams towards success, regardless of industry or sector. During your studies for a Master’s degree in International Management (MIM), you’ll have the chance to specialise in a wide range of topics, from product development to corporate finance. Take control of your career and future, and prepare yourself for a successful transition to a management position.
The order of courses presented below is for the online studies model of this programme.
60 ECTS
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120 ECTS
1st Semester | 2nd Semester |
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3rd Semester | 4th Semester |
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Electives Overview
All of our study programmes offer a wide selection of industry-focused specialisation courses for you to choose from. Below you'll find more details on a select number of these courses - for the full list of specialisations available in this programme, please check the Course Schedule.
Students in the 60 ECTS programme - in semester 2 of this programme, you’ll choose one specialisation, equal to 10 ECTS.
Students in the 120 ECTS programme – in semester 3 of this programme, you’ll choose two specialisations, amounting to 20 ECTS.
You have a wide range of options to choose from, according to your interests and ambitions. Some of the specialisations offered are:
- Consumer Behaviour and Research
- Advanced Robotics 4.0
- Product Development and Design Thinking
- Sales, Pricing and Brand Management
- Corporate Finance and Investment
Career Opportunities
Graduate with a degree that will take you into middle management or executive positions. The international focus of this programme and expertise will prepare you with what you need to face any challenge in business. No matter your major, you will head into great management roles internationally.
With a Master’s degree in International Management, you’ll enjoy increased chances of advancing to a management role, whether in your current place of employment or elsewhere. Our focus on internationality and practical work skills will provide you with a strong foundation for taking on a wide range of managerial opportunities, such as:
Project Manager
Project Managers are the supervisors responsible for the smooth operation of a wide range of business events. From product launches to website re-launches and business units re-structuring, as a Project Manager, you’ll be charged with planning, implementing and budgeting projects all the way until completion. This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and an ability to look at the big picture while dealing with different departments and demands.
Change Manager
When companies look to optimise their performance, implement new business strategies or change the way they operate entirely, they often call upon the services of external or in-house Change Managers. As a Change Manager, you’ll help stakeholders plan, orchestrate and analyse the areas in which change is required, and support teams during transitional periods.
Brand Manager
Brand management is an important aspect of business operations, that is now being recognised more and more. As a result, demand for creative and internationally-oriented Brand Managers is on a constant rise. As a Brand Manager, you’ll be responsible to develop, manage and improve a company’s brand, commercial identity and public image. It’s an exciting role, with the opportunity to see far-reaching, significant results, and be involved in a company’s growth as a leading and driving force.
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Accreditations, Rankings, and Memberships
AccreditationIU International University of Applied Sciences has received system accreditation from EQAR, FIBAA, the German Accreditation Council, the German Council of Science and Humanities, and WES Canada. This means their courses, faculty and teaching material all match the rigorous standards that have been set for them and they can now accredit their own programmes. | |
Cambridge Assessment International Education / High School Diploma A-LevelsIU is the first online university partner of Cambridge International's high school diploma A-Levels. Students now have a chance to earn a high school diploma while studying for a bachelor’s degree – with no additional cost. The A-Levels is a unique 12-month course with a 150-hour workload, which you take alongside your bachelor courses. The A-Levels concludes with an exam that can be retaken an infinite number of times. | |
Awards and RankingsIU is the first German university to get 99/100 on the QS Stars Report, but they also topped 6 out of 25 categories in Germany’s largest university ranking by CHE. Recently IU’s online MBA programmes ranked 26th in Europe in the prestigious QS Online MBA Rankings, an impressive achievement and recognition on the international stage. | |
MembershipsIU is a member of the Business Graduate’s Association, Online Learning Consortium, AASCB, and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition. These memberships give them connections to other institutions, companies, and NGOs as well as top-tier degree programmes and lifelong learning development courses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, IU helps students in need to continue their education and pursue lifelong learning. |
Global Recognition and Academic Partners
Global RecognitionAs IU is recognised by WES Canada and U.S., their degrees can be converted into points according to local academic standards in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme. In April 2023, IU became the first German university to be a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the only public authority in India that ascertains foreign institutions. This means that their on-campus programmes are recognised by employers across India and other Commonwealth Nations. |
Academic PartnersThrough partnerships with academic institutions from all around the world, IU offers a more affordable way for students to study and live abroad. The IU Study Abroad Alliance lets students start a degree online at IU and complete it at a partner university in the US, Canada, Australia or Europe, where career opportunities are aplenty. |