Master Management International
Management International (M.Sc.)
Enhance your skills and knowledge to build a successful international career. Designed for ambitious students with a global outlook, this programme is taught entirely in English and is dedicated to equipping you for success in a rapidly evolving world.
Join our programme and become part of an engaging learning community. Explore a curriculum that integrates global perspectives, digital transformation, and cutting-edge expertise, preparing you for success in a global environment.
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Programme structure
The Master Management International is a fully accredited two-year programme, taught entirely in English and awarding 120 ECTS credits. It is designed for students seeking an international academic experience or preparing for a global career. The program also invites top international talent aspiring to pursue an advanced degree in Germany.
First year
In the first year, you will build a strong foundation in advanced management principles, complemented by essential skills in economics, data science, and research methods. This multidisciplinary approach prepares you to confidently address today’s complex business challenges through data-driven and informed decision-making.
This area provides you with in-depth knowledge across various management disciplines. You can choose courses from a predefined pool, allowing you to tailor your learning to your individual interests while developing a comprehensive understanding of management practices.
Credits: 20 ECTS
This area equips you with a strong foundation in economics. By selecting from a range of courses, you can deepen your understanding of economic theories and applications, building the skills needed for conducting thorough economic analyses.
Credits: 15 ECTS
This area focuses on developing your skills in data science. You will learn to analyze data and apply quantitative methods to support well-informed and effective management decisions.
Credits: 15 ECTS
This area emphasizes essential skills in scientific work and communication. You will learn how to present research results clearly and apply scientific methods to address complex challenges.
Credits: 10 ECTS
Second year
In the second year, you have the opportunity to tailor your education to your career goals by specializing in one of three distinct tracks. This allows you to gain advanced expertise and focus on developing skills that align with your professional aspirations.
This track equips you with advanced knowledge in finance, accounting, and taxation. You will develop the skills to tackle complex tasks at both national and international levels.
Credits: 30 ECTS
Career opportunities: Graduates of this track are ideally qualified for careers in investment banking, controlling, auditing or financial consulting. They also have the opportunity to take on management positions in international companies.
This track focuses on analyzing and optimizing business processes by leveraging modern technologies and data-driven strategies to enhance efficiency and drive innovation. You will gain expertise in managing complex production and information systems, enabling you to make informed, data-backed decisions.
Credits: 30 ECTS
Career opportunities: This focus opens up career opportunities in the fields of supply chain management, process optimisation, IT management and data-based management consulting. Graduates are sought-after experts who can drive the digital transformation in companies.
This track emphasizes the development and implementation of innovative marketing strategies alongside the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. You will learn to analyze market trends, develop creative business ideas, and navigate entrepreneurial challenges with confidence.
Credits: 30 ECTS
Career opportunities: Graduates can pursue careers in strategic marketing, product management or market research. For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, the specialisation offers an ideal basis for founding their own start-up or working in innovation management.
Towards the end of the programme, you will write your Master's thesis in your previously selected track. The duration is six months.
Credits: 30 ECTS
How to apply
The Master Management International program can only be started in the winter semester. You can apply for the coming winter semester until 15 July. The application portal usually opens in mid to late January.
Language requirements
Language requirements in English
English language skills should be at a level of B2. Alternatively, language requirements can be met by different tests and certificates (for more information, please take a look at the examination regulation)
Language requirements in German
Proof of German skills at basic (A2) level is required by the end of the re-registration period for the 3rd semester at the latest - not necessary for application.
Required Skills
Admission to the Master Management International requires a Bachelor's degree in business management or economics that covers core competencies in management, economics, and methods. The following competencies should be acquired in the Bachelor's degree programme:
- Competencies from modules amounting to at least 20 ECTS credits in the fields of mathematics, statistics, econometrics, and application-oriented business informatics, with at least 15 ECTS credits in the fields of mathematics, statistics, or econometrics;
- Competencies from modules in the amount of at least 30 ECTS credits from the field of business administration;
- Competences from modules of at least 30 ECTS credits from the field of economics, in particular from the field of economics, business informatics and law or additional 30 ECTS from the field of business administration.
If you are not sure whether you meet access requirements, please feel free to contact us by e-mail: master@wiwi.uni-wuerzburg.de
Final grade
Only applicants with a bachelor grade better than 2.0 can be admitted directly.
If you do not meet this grade criterion and you have a bachelor grade better than 3.0 you can take a GMAT Focus test to improve your grade. Here you need at least 565 points in the GMAT Focus test exam to lift this restriction regarding the final grade. If you have a grade of 3.0 or worse, we will unfortunately not be able to consider your application.
- Proof of minimum competence by 15 July (by final certificate or overview of grades)
- Upload of study documents and proof of required language skills via WueStudy (online)
- Contact for enrolment: Study Affairs (EU degree) or International Office Incoming (non-EU degree)
Required documents
- Document and information on your higher education entrance qualification
- Proof of a Bachelor's degree or a degree recognised as equivalent that opens up access to the Master's degree programme with final degree grade
- Current transcript of records with the required minimum competence
- Proof of language proficiency
- For applicants who did not obtain their first degree in an EU/EEA member state
- UniAssist certificate - so-called ‘VPD’ document. Further information can be found on the website of the International Office.
- Curriculum vitae
- Applicants with a first degree from Vietnam/China/India: APS certificate
- Document and information on your higher education entrance qualification
- Proof of a Bachelor's degree or a degree recognised as equivalent that opens up access to the Master's degree programme with final degree grade
- If no certificate is available yet: at least 150 ECTS with a grade point average of 2.5 or better (for the Management, International Economic Policy and Information Systems degree programmes) or better than 2.0 (for the Management International degree programme)
Application portal
- Online application via the portal WueStudy
I do not fulfill all requirements by the application deadline.
All requirements must be fulfilled at the time of application, including the VPD from UniAssist, overall grade, minimum competencies, and language certificate. If any component is not correctly verified, admission cannot be granted. Missing documentation cannot be submitted later, and preliminary admission is not possible.
I have requested the VPD from UniAssist, but it is still being processed.
Admission cannot be granted until the final VPD has been issued. The evaluation report is not valid and does not replace the final VPD.
I have a VPD for another university. Will this be recognized in my application?
A VPD issued for another university cannot be used for admission to the University of Würzburg. You must request a new VPD from UniAssist specifically for the University of Würzburg. Admission is not possible without the correct VPD.
After application
For enrolment as a person without an EU university degree, you must currently submit the following documents digitally:
- Application for enrollment
- Higher education entrance qualification (scan of a certified copy)
- German Health insurance certificate
- Proof of payment / payment receipt for the study fees - more information
- Scan of ID card / passport
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of previous academic progress (transcript of records)
- Admission letter
- If already available: Graduation certificate (scan of a certified copy) --> Can be submitted later until January 2026 to the Department 2.2 of the University
- If already available: Scan of the visa --> Can be submitted later via e-mail (international.students@uni-wuerzburg.de)
For further information about required documents for non-EU citizens, please contact the International Office: international@uni-wuerzburg.de. They will provide you with information on which further documents we require.
I have been admitted. What should I do next?
With your admission letter you can register for your visa at your local embassy. Please register early, because the process needs some time. In the meantime, please get a german health insurance and start lookling after a residence in Würzburg.
I have been admitted, but I am not yet enrolled in the Master Management International program. What should I do?
Please contact the International Office (eMail) of the University of Würzburg. The enrollment is done by the Internatinal Office and the colleagues are happy to answer your questions about enrollment.
I will receive my visa after official start of the lectures. What should I do?
If you are already enrolled, no further action is required. All our lectures are without compulsory attendance. Just come as soon as you have your visa and are on site. In the meantime, we recommend that you catch up on all missed lectures. Select your courses on WueStudy and look at the lecture contents on WueCampus.
I am an enrolled student of the Master Management International program. How can I connect with other students in the program?
Each of our master’s programs has its own WhatsApp community group. To join, please contact us via eMail.
Further information
A semester abroad offers a great opportunity to gain international study experience, get to know other cultures and broaden your personal horizons.
During your studies, you have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in the second half of the programme. You can choose from our numerous partner universities in other European and non-European countries.
You can find more information about the semester abroad on the International page.
An exchange is not mandatory in this programme.
Programme regulations: valid from the winter semester 2025/26 in german language.
Subject Description: Valid from the winter semester 2024/25 in english language and valid from the winter semester 2024/25 in german language.
Module catalogue: Valid from the winter semester 2024/25 in english language and valid from the winter semester 2024/25 in german language.