Master-Distance Learning Coaching

Study by your own rules
60 or 120 ECTS German
Distance Learning

Start your online master’s programme in Coaching today

Our workplace as well as our everyday lives: Everything is changing due to digitisation. In order for change to be sustainable, we need people who guide and counsel managers during the process. Do you want to start a career as a coach? Depending on your background and goals, you can choose from two master’s programmes: The 120 ECTS programme builds on a bachelor's degree. You have professional experience and want to top off your expertise with some coaching knowledge? Then our 60 ECTS programme is right for you.

Summary Your study programme summed up
  • Study programme & degree
    Master of Arts (M.A.) 60 or 120 ECTS
    German
    Full-time or part-time
  • Application & starting date
    Start immediately or anytime
    Online application, no application deadlines
  • Study duration & extension
    12-48 months, depending on model
    Extension possible free of charge
  • Locations
    Study programme independent of time & place
    No mandatory attendance
    Innovative study tools available on online-campus & in the IU Learn App
    Exams online or at nearest examination centre
  • Study fees
    Starting at 329€/month, depending on model
    Regular discount campaigns
  • Recognition & Approval
    The IU International University of applied sciences is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned
Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

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Study Programs

Online study programmes in Coaching

You can study Coaching as a 60 ECTS or 120 ECTS programme

Admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree of at least 240 ECTS 
  • 240 ECTS from undergraduate degree: Direct access possible with proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme 
  • 180 ECTS from undergraduate degree: Completion of courses amounting to 30 ECTS and proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience OR proof of at least two years of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme 
  • Proof of your German language skills 

Your advantage: Build on your professional experience and take the fast track to your degree.


Admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree of at least 180 ECTS 
  • Proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme 
  • Proof of your German language skills 

Your advantage: Invest a little more time and expand the knowledge from your bachelor's degree. 

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100% your way

Take your IU study programme with you – no matter whether you’re on your way to work or traveling the world. You even get to choose whether you want to take your exams online or on site.

Innovative

The online campus and our study app IU Learn are innovative smart tools for every learning style. You study according to your individual needs.

Personalised
Your electives allow you to focus on those areas that best fit your goals. You prepare for the career you want with the subjects you care about.

Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

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Advantages

Your advantages in IU Distance Learning

Your degree brings with it many career advantages, such as the chance of a salary increase, more attractive tasks or career advancement. In addition, you will develop personally! We make sure that you can integrate your studies as flexibly as possible into your daily work and family life.
Push yourself – and your career
Your knowledge of human resources and law makes you a coveted candidate anywhere.
Acquire practically relevant knowledge
We care about practical relevance. Your study programme prepares you for the working world.
Get an innovative education
Study the way it suits you. 100% online. 100% independently.

Master’s in Coaching: Your electives

Your master’s in Coaching is as practice-oriented as possible. In the 60 ECTS programme, you can choose one of 17 electives such as Human Performance, “New Work und Agilität” or “Förderung von Resilienz”. In the 120 ECTS programme, you choose two out of 16 electives in order to prepare for your career as a coach. Your options include “Organisationsanalyse und -entwicklung”, “Coaching von Führungskräften” and „Selbstreflexion: Praxisfall Coaching“. 

Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

Simply register online for your desired programme.
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Careers

Your professional future

Coaching expert and manager

You support your employees in discovering and reaching their personal goals. In addition, you help them go through the process of learning and developing. You know about diversity management and support the implementation of new agile ways of working and creating an organization. 

Find out more about the 60 ECTS programme 

Coach – independent or employed

As a coach, you guide people through different areas of life and assist them in the challenges they face. Your goal is to encourage their clients to choose change and work on their self-development. 

Find out more about the 120 ECTS programme 

Why IU is the best choice
  • Personalised & flexible

    You get to study whenever, however and wherever you want – thanks to our digital campus, flexible full- and part-time models and exams you can sit online at any time. You even decide when to start your studies! 

  • State-approved & award-winning

    Our study programmes are state-approved and multi-award-winning. That makes us and our students happy – according to Fernstudiencheck.de, they are 96% likely to recommend us. 

  • Here for you – personally

    Get the support you need: via our online campus, you can participate in live sessions, chat with fellow students or benefit from our study and career coaching. 

  • Practically oriented

    Thanks to our wide selection of practically oriented specialisations, you can create your own profile and develop skills for the career you’re dreaming of.