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Master's Program in Culture and Economy: Philosophy

The Master's Program in Culture and Economy: Philosophy is a unique program that combines first-class education in Business Administration and/or Economics with a major subject in the Humanities. Students can build on the expertise they have acquired in their bachelor's program and enhance their knowledge of Cultural Studies and Business Administration or Economics.

Program Facts and Information

• Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
• Standard period of study: 4 semesters (2 years)
• ECTS credits: approx. 120
• Language of instruction: German, English
• Language requirements: German
• Program start: Fall semester (September) and spring semester (February)
• School: School of Humanities
• Semester fee: EUR 194
• Tuition fees for international students from non-EU countries: EUR 1,500
• Tuition fees for a second degree: EUR 650

Program Overview

Students enrolled in the master's program in Culture and Economy can build on the expertise they have acquired in the bachelor's program and enhance their knowledge of Cultural Studies and Business Administration or Economics. The program consists of a major in Philosophy and a combination major in Business Administration or Economics. Courses in the major, Philosophy, focus on topics combining philosophy, society, business, and economics. The elective module provides students with the opportunity to choose their own interdisciplinary specializations, e.g., in Literary Studies, Media and Communication Studies, Economics, or Psychology.

Why Study Culture and Economy: Philosophy at the University of Mannheim?

• The combination of Cultural Studies with a qualification in Business Administration or Economics to form one degree program is unique in Germany.
• Graduates of the master's program, with their knowledge of two different fields, are particularly sought-after on the national and international labor market.
• The groups at the School of Humanities are small, providing students with personal support by the academic advising team and the program managers.
• The Humanities at the University of Mannheim have an excellent reputation both in Germany and abroad.
• The University of Mannheim is one of the leading institutions in Germany for Business Administration and Economics.
• With 450 partner universities and students from 100 countries, Mannheim is one of the most international universities in the country, providing students with an inspiring learning environment that facilitates excellent teaching and research.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the master's program in Culture and Economy know and understand economic concepts and processes. They are particularly in demand in roles that require both cultural awareness and expertise in business administration and economics. They work, for example, in PR and corporate communication, marketing and sales, HR and consultancy services, but also in cultural and event management, editorial departments, federal and state authorities, and museums and archives. Apart from that, graduates can also pursue a doctorate in Philosophy and aim for a career in academia.

Required Interests and Skills

Students of the master's program in Culture and Economy: Philosophy should:

• be enthusiastic about philosophical questions,
• have a pronounced interest in economic topics,
• be able to think critically and adopt multiple perspectives,
• have a high level of motivation and willingness to work independently and in a targeted manner,
• enjoy writing academic texts,
• enjoy analyzing texts, theories, and methods,
• consider all perspectives when arguing or discussing,
• be very proficient in German and English.

Program Structure

• Module catalog: Further details on how the program is structured can be found in the module catalog.
• Studying Abroad: Studying abroad is optional, but students are encouraged to spend a semester abroad.
• Internships: According to the examination regulations of the program, students do not have to do an internship during their studies. However, master's students can plan their studies in such a way that voluntary internships can be integrated into their program of study flexibly and on short notice.

Continuing Education

• Certificate programs: Strengthen your potential, deepen your knowledge, find solutions for challenges we will face tomorrow – there are many good reasons to think outside the box, get to know and try out new things even during your studies.
• Language courses: Making language learning easier: No matter if you want to learn Japanese, Hebrew, Spanish, or Norwegian, take the Graduate Record Examination Test (GRE), The European Language Certificates (telc), or the TOEFL test – each semester, the University of Mannheim offers language courses and language certificates in more than 16 languages for students and non-university members, online and on campus.
• Studium Generale: Are you interested in IT or communication trainings or theater, music, or drawing courses? Studium Generale has a vast range of courses available to all.

Doctorates

Successful graduates of the master's program in Culture and Economy can pursue a doctorate at the School of Humanities.

Admission Requirements and Selection

• Admission requirements:
  • Completion of a bachelor's program in Culture and Economy: Philosophy or a program recognized as equivalent in Humanities and/or Business Administration or Economics, completed with a grade of "good" or better (equivalent to the German grade of 2.5) at a German higher education institution or abroad (also Berufsakademie) corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits or with a standard period of study of at least three years.
  • Depending on the combination major, the program must have courses in Business Administration or Economics corresponding to at least 36 ECTS credits and courses in Philosophy corresponding to at least a basic and an advanced module or equivalent courses in the core subject Philosophy.
  • Proof of proficiency in German.
• Selection criteria: The selection criteria are irrelevant since this program of study is currently not selective.