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Master in International Management

Fact sheet

Graduation
Master, Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Taught language
English

Specialization
Management

Program Emphasis
Business Administration, Digitalisierung, International Management, Leadership, Management, Sustainability

Course options
Full-time study

Locations
Hamburg

Contact

Contact person
Hamaidi Stulos
Student Recruitment & Marketing Manager (MSc Programs)
bild-rechtsAt KLU – ranked among the world’s top 5% of business schools (AACSB) – you’ll gain the skills to lead across cultures with a unique mindset. Our MSc in International Management develops the Operations Mindset: strategic, data-driven, actionable and agile, ready for the AI era. Study entirely in English within a truly global community, with students and faculty from every continent and connections to our new campus in Vietnam and future hubs in Africa and Latin America. An integrated internship and semester abroad expand your experience and network even further. Small classes, faculty trained at world-leading universities and hands-on projects using the latest technologies make your learning practical and powerful. Supported by KLU’s strong employer connections in companies like Deloitte, KPMG, McKinsey, P&G, or Unilever, and an individualized Career coaching, your profile will stand out of the crowd, and you’ll be ready to launch an impactful global career.

KLU's Operations Mindset:

Building on our heritage in logistics, all our programs foster the unique KLU Operations Mindset. This mindset embodies several core principles that will make you ready to tackle any challenge up the road. You'll be combining academic excellence with a hands-on approach. You will learn to work systematically and data-driven managing details while maintaining a strategic view. You will be ready to be a sustainable and responsible contemporary leader, no matter in which sector or function.

Why Study International Management?

  • Unique Approach to Business: Develop an Operations Mindset, a unique skill set that will make you stand out from the crowd and give you an advantage in the future business world.
  • Truly International: KLU brings the world to your classroom, and takes you out into it. With a diverse campus, an integrated exchange semester, over 100 partner universities, and our international hub in Saigon, you’ll be ready to launch a global career.
  • Small Classes, Strong Community: Big ambitions thrive in small groups. KLU’s close-knit learning environment means more interaction, better feedback, and greater opportunities to shine, both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Real-World Applications: At KLU you learn what you really need. Your professors bring to the classroom up-to-date research, real business cases, and meaningful projects. You will work on actual industry challenges with a global perspective.
  • AI, with Critical Thinking: Technology is transforming business, but using it strategically is what gives the real advantage. KLU confers you access to cutting-edge tech and challenges you to think critically, act responsibly, and lead with clarity.
Why Choose KLU?

  • Top 5% Worldwide: Trust in the excellence of an AACSB-accredited university, globally recognized for its quality and its student satisfaction.
  • Global Scope: Benefit from the connections that a university in full expansion offers you. With two strategic locations in Hamburg, Germany, and Saigon, Vietnam, and soon expanding to Africa and Latin America, KLU broadens your opportunities to develop an international career.
  • Powerful Network: Get a head start in your career thanks to our connections to leading companies such as Accenture, Deloitte, McKinsey & Co., Spotify, P&G, and Unilever
  • Outstanding Faculty: Learn directly from top researchers, with strong ties to their industries and to research projects in cooperation with institutions such as Columbia Business School, MIT, ETH Zurich, and INSEAD, among others.
More than a study program: Life beyond the Classroom.

Your adventure at KLU goes beyond studying your program. University life is about the community and the experiences that shape you and your future. KLU offers a vibrant and inclusive environment where students connect through memorable events, international celebrations, and a wide range of student clubs. These clubs are much more than a social tool. In them, you get to put your leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills into practice and work on projects that are meaningful to you (sustainability, female empowerment, business development, inspirational talks, etc.). And if you have a business idea, the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub will help you turn your vision into reality. Cherry on top, during your semester abroad, you can live unforgettable experiences and build lifelong friendships around the world. From TEDx talks and consulting projects to sports, debates, and networking events, KLU life is both fun and meaningful. You’ll graduate with a degree, and also with a global network and memories that stay with you for life.

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 the long run you may even become a German citizen. 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.

Requirements / Application

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  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college¹
  • Proof of English language proficiency
¹The bachelor’s degree must comprise 180 ECTS for the standard track and cooperation track or 210 ECTS for the fast track and the part-time track.

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 a sufficient number of courses in business (at least four). There are different ways to make up for missing business courses, please find an overview here. Foreign university degrees will be evaluated according to the guidelines of the German Council of Higher Education.

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.

You do not have your bachelor’s certificate yet? Just provide a transcript of records and you can submit the bachelor’s certificate at a later stage.

Important Dates

Start of application period: November 1st
Early Bird deadline: January 15
Recommended international application deadline (non-EU applicants): March 31
Final international application deadline (non-EU applicants): May 31
Application deadline (German and EU applicants): July 15

Tuition / Fees

Standard Track: EUR 8,200.00 per semester
Fast Track: EUR 8,200.00 per semester

Duration of study

Standard Track: 2 years / 4 semesters
Fast Track: 1,5 years / 3 semesters

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