Program Overview

Master of Arts in International Business and Leadership

Overview

The Master of Arts in International Business and Leadership is a full-time program offered by SRH University, with campuses in Heidelberg, Dresden, and Hamburg. The program prepares students for leadership roles in international companies, with a focus on practice-oriented learning and a strong emphasis on developing communication and leadership skills.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
• Start: 1st April, 1st October
• Model: Full-time
• Language: English
• ECTS: 90 & 120 ECTS
• Curriculum: Accredited
• Duration: 4 semesters
• Location: Dresden, Fürth, Hamburg, Heidelberg, Munich
• Costs: Starting at €750 per month

Career Opportunities

The Master's program prepares students for a wide range of leadership positions, including:

• International Business Consultant
• Business Development Manager
• Global Marketing Manager
• HR Manager for international teams
• Supply Chain Manager
• Key Account Manager
• Project Manager for international projects
• Management Consultant

Modules

The program consists of the following modules:

• Strategic Management
• Marketing Management
• Economics of Globalisation
• Business Research Methods
• Accounting
• Introduction to Leadership
• Global Finance Management
• Leadership I - Essentials
• Leadership II - Contemporary
• Operations Management
• Internship (long or short)
• Study Abroad
• Case Study: Business Development Case or Leading Challenge
• Master Colloquium
• Master Thesis

Study Options and Locations

Depending on the location, students can choose between different study models:

• Heidelberg: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS
• Dresden: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS, with flexible study options and focus (Healthcare Management)
• Hamburg: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS, with flexible study options and focus (Sustainability Management)

Admission Requirements

To apply for the Master's degree program in International Business & Leadership, students need to provide:

• Bachelor Certificate and full transcript:
  • 3-year degree in Business/Management OR
  • 3-year degree in another area + min. 6 months of relevant work experience in business/management
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of motivation
• Copy of identity card or passport

Application Process

1. Submit online application via the SRH application portal
2. If admission requirements are met, an invitation to a personal/phone interview will be sent
3. If the interview is successful, an acceptance letter and study contract will be received
4. Sign the study contract and send it back
5. Pay the enrolment fee
6. Receive the letter of admission
7. Participate in the Welcome Week

Tuition Fees

• Nationality | EU/EEA (incl. Switzerland, Western Balkans and Ukraine):
  • Fürth and Heidelberg: €790 € / month
  • Dresden, Hamburg und Munich: €650 / month
• Citizenship | non-EU/EEA: €5,750 / semester
  • Fürth: €4,900 € / semester
  • Dresden, Hamburg, Heidelberg und Munich: €5,750 / semester

A one-off enrolment fee of €750 (EU/EEA) or €1,000 (non-EU/EEA) is to be paid once.