Master-Distance Learning International Management

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

Start your online master’s programme in International Management today

“Made in Germany” – German products and services are popular around the world. The market is becoming increasingly global. Companies need to expand globally in order to stay successful. That’s why they need experts like yourself to take on the global market with their knowledge of international marketing and financial management or management in a world of globalisation. Are you ready for responsible positions such as international HR manager or business delevopment manager

 Depending on your background, we offer you a choice of two master’s programmes: The consecutive 120 ECTS programme builds on a bachelor’s degree in business administration or economics. You have professional experience? Then our 60 ECTS programme is for you.

Summary Your study programme summed up
  • Study programme & degree
    Master of Arts (M.A.) 60 or 120 ECTS
    German or English
    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.

Simply register online for your desired programme.
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Study Programs

Your master’s programmes in International Management

The master’s in International Management is available as a 60 ECTS or 120 ECTS programme

Your admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree with a focus on economics or business administration 
  • 240 ECTS from the first degree: Direct access possible. 
  • 210 ECTS from the first degree: Attendance of courses amounting to 30 ECTS OR proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme  
  • 180 ECTS from the first degree: Attendance 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 knowledge of German or English 

 Your advantage: Building on your professional experience, you complete your master’s degree in no time. 

 Your admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree with a focus on economics or business administration 
  • Proof of your knowledge of German or English 

Your advantage: You invest a little more time and expand the knowledge from your bachelor’s degree.

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100% Flexible

At IU you study at your own pace

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.
Up to 20% higher salary
Within five years of graduating, many alumni make 20% more than they did before their degree.
New job within three months
Bright prospects: Within three months after graduating, our alumni have found work.
Popular electives
Our wide selection of electives is perfect for constructing a unique professional profile.

Your electives in the master’s programme in International Management

Your master’s in International Management is as practice-oriented as possible. In the 60 ECTS programme, you choose one of 15 electives such as “New Work”, “Customer Journey” or “Strategisches Marketing und Branding”. In the 120 ECTS programme, you choose two of 16 electives. Your options include “E-Commerce”, “Projektmanagement” and “Business Intelligence”. 

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 career prospects

Area sales manager

As an area sales manager, you are responsible for the sales in a certain geographical area. Your main tasks are distributing goods in your region and increasing their sales. You are also responsible for developing and maintaining good relationships with your customers as well as leading and training your sales team. 

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.