Master-Distance Learning Product Management

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60 or 120 ECTS English
Distance Learning

Start your online master’s programme in Product Management today

You want to bring promising products to market as a product manager? Today, that requires a broader perspective than it used to – you must consider your product holistically. Technical skills are essential, as are skills in leadership, planning and data analysis – not to mention an understanding of business procedures. That’s exactly what your master’s programme in Product Management at IU International University of Applied Sciences teaches you. 

Depending on your background and goals in life, you can choose from two master’s programmes: The 120 ECTS master’s programme builds on a bachelor’s degree in product management or a related study field. You have professional experience as a product manager, marketing manager or in a similar position? 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
    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.

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Study Programs

Online master’s programme in Product Management: Your study programmes

Admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree of at least 240 ECTS. 
  • Proof of at least one year of relevant professional experience when starting the study programme (must be gained after completing the undergraduate degree). 
  • 240 ECTS from undergraduate degree: Direct access possible. 
  • 210 ECTS from undergraduate degree: Completion of courses amounting to 30 ECTS OR proof of at least one year of relevant professional experience when starting the study programme (must be gained after completing the undergraduate degree). 
  • 180 ECTS from undergraduate degree: Completion of courses amounting to 30 ECTS and proof of at least one year of relevant professional experience OR proof of at least two years of relevant professional experience when starting the study programme. 
  • Proof of your English skills. 

 

Admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree in product management, business administration, management, innovation management, entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship or a related programme in the field of business 
  • If your first degree did not have a corresponding focus, you can be admitted via a master’s entrance exam. 
  • Proof of English language skills 


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

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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.

Master’s programme in Product Management: Your electives

Your master’s programme in Product Management is as practically oriented as possible. In the 60 ECTS programme, you choose one of the modules Data Science and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation in Production, Big Data Applications, Data Driven Marketing and Controlling. In the 120 ECTS programme, you choose two modules from options such as Digital Transformation and Product Management, Creative and Agile Methods, Social Media Models and Creation or E-Commerce. 

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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Your professional future

Strategic product manager

Strategic product managers create visions for innovative products. In close coordination with their stakeholders, they take responsibility for a variety of teams working together. In addition, they are in charge of budgeting, managing portfolios and the market-driven launch of products. 

Find out more about our 60 ECTS programme 

Product owner of data driven products

As a product owner of data driven products, you work with experts at the interface of development and data science. In this progressive work environment, you apply your knowledge of agile methods and are responsible for the analysis and application of relevant customer and market data. 

Find out more about our 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.