Program Overview

University of Hamburg Programs

The University of Hamburg offers a variety of programs for students. The following are some of the programs available:

• BA Socioeconomics
• MSc Innovation, Business and Sustainability (MIBAS)
• BA Minor Business Administration
• Master of Arts in Labor, Economics and Society (Economic and Sociological Studies)
• MSc Health Economics and Health Care Management (HEHCM)
• MA Human Resource Management
• M.A. Human Resource Management/Personalpolitik
• BEd Minor Business Administration
• MEd Minor Business Administration
• MSc Interdisciplinary Public and Nonprofit Studies

M.A. Human Resource Management/Personalpolitik

The M.A. Human Resource Management/Personalpolitik program focuses on the role of labor in social sciences. Students analyze personal economic issues from micro and socio-economic perspectives. The program trains students' analytical and systematic thinking, enabling them to make informed decisions in personnel policy.

Program Structure

The program consists of several modules, including:

• Methoden und Anwendungen der Personal- und Organisationsforschung (1. Semester)
  • 6 LP (Pflichtmodul)
  • Vorlesung (2 SWS) + Übung (1 SWS)
  • Modulprüfung: Klausur
• Strategisches Personalmanagement (2. Semester)
  • 6 LP (Pflichtmodul)
  • Vorlesung (2 SWS) + Übung (1 SWS)
  • Modulprüfung: Klausur
• Studienprojekt zur Personal- und Organisationsforschung (1.+2. Semester)
  • 18 LP (Pflichtmodul)
  • Seminar (4 SWS) + Seminar (4 SWS)
  • Modulprüfung: Projektabschlussarbeit (Gruppenarbeit)
• Spezielle Themen des HRM (1.-3. Semester)
  • 36 LP (Wahlpflichtmodul)
  • 6 Veranstaltungen: Vorlesungen (je 2 SWS) + Übungen (je 1 SWS) und Seminare (je 2 SWS)
  • Modulprüfungen: Klausuren, Hausarbeiten oder Referate mit Verschriftlichungen
• HR in der Praxis (1.-3. Semester)
  • 6 LP (Wahlpflichtmodul)
  • 2 Veranstaltungen: Seminare (je 2 SWS), alternativ: Praktikum
  • Modulprüfungen: Studienleistungen, alternativ: Praktikumsbericht
• Interdisziplinäres aus Wissenschaft und Management (1.- 3. Semester)
  • 18 LP (Wahlpflichtmodul)
  • 3 Veranstaltungen: Vorlesungen (je 2 SWS) + Übungen (je 1 SWS) und Seminare (je 2 SWS)
  • Modulprüfungen: Klausuren, Hausarbeiten oder Referate mit Verschriftlichungen
• Masterarbeit (4. Semester)
  • 30 LP (Abschlussmodul)
  • Modulprüfung: Masterabschlussarbeit

Career Prospects

The M.A. Human Resource Management/Personalpolitik program prepares students for careers in human resource management, enabling them to take targeted measures to improve motivation, satisfaction, and performance of employees in companies and organizations. Graduates may also pursue a Ph.D. in the field.

Studying in Hamburg

The University of Hamburg offers a unique opportunity to study in a vibrant and cosmopolitan city. Students can benefit from the university's excellent reputation, research opportunities, and strong industry connections. The program provides a comprehensive education in human resource management, preparing students for successful careers in the field.