Global Business Management (M.Sc.)

Study content:

This degree programme deepens existing business skills in an international context. Students receive even more specific offers for career orientation and the development of soft skills, for example by carrying out a project in research or consulting. Teaching takes place in close coordination with our international partners. This makes it possible to seamlessly continue studies in the direction of the specialisations Sustainability or Innovation & Entrepreneurship, even during the obligatory semester abroad. The Master's thesis can be written in Augsburg, at a foreign university or in a company.

The GBM Master is just right for you if ...

have a sound knowledge of economics from your Bachelor's degree and would now like to expand your knowledge within the scope of one of the specialisations.
are enthusiastic about the challenges of international contexts.
are attracted by integrated studies abroad and the possibility of a double degree.
are interested in solving complex problems within the framework of concrete projects and would like to prepare themselves for international management tasks.
understand leadership as a responsibility.

Career prospects:

startup
nonprofit management
industrial management
health care
finance
E-commerce
and so much more!

Special features

Various opportunities for integrated studies abroad and the option to attain a double degree (e.g. at the Indiana University Bloomington, USA, or the University of Bergamo, Italy). Gain in-depth knowledge of global economic contexts and international management. Deepen intercultural competences through cooperation with students and researchers from other countries in the context of project and research activities. High practical relevance through intensive project studies and a clear specialisation in the degree programme. Exchange with managers via the alumni network of the GBM Association.

English language skills at level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages are required.

About the degree programme

Degree programme: Global Business Management

Official Designation: Global Business Management

Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Study mode: Full-time

Language of instruction: German English

Start of studies: winter semester

Standard study duration: 4 semesters

Admission type: Open admission (with an aptitude assessment process)

Minimum German language skills: C 1

Please note: Admission requirements according to § 6 of the exam regulations in the current edition. Introductory events take place closely before the start of the lecture period: https://www.uni-aug…. Start of the lecture period: https://www.uni-aug…

Application deadline for the winter semester: 15. June

Further information

Application Documents

Requirements for application

First professional degree (usually a Bachelor's degree) or at least 140 ECTS points already achieved in the Bachelor's degree programme.
Proof by means of a Transcript of Records that the degree programme is in economics or business administration
GMAT test (Graduate Management Admission Test) with a minimum score of 500 points

Application documents

A copy of the Bachelor's degree certificate (if available)
A Transcript of Records (always enclose if degree has not yet been obtained, stating the average grade achieved to date)
A copy of the GMAT test, "Unofficial Score Report" sufficient
Tabular curriculum vitae

Requirements for application

First professional degree (usually a Bachelor's degree) or at least 140 ECTS points already achieved in the Bachelor's degree programme.
Proof by means of a Transcript of Records that the degree programme is in economics or business administration
GMAT test (Graduate Management Admission Test) with a minimum score of 500 points

Application documents

A copy of the Bachelor's degree certificate (if available)
A Transcript of Records (always enclose if degree has not yet been obtained, stating the average grade achieved to date)
A copy of the GMAT test, "Unofficial Score Report" sufficient
Tabular curriculum vitae
Foreign students: Applicants who have neither acquired their higher education entrance qualification in German nor completed a German-language Bachelor's degree programme must also prove that they have successfully completed a German language test in accordance with the examination regulations for the German Language Test for the Admission of Foreign Students (DSH).

More information on application with international bachelor's degree certificates.

Application procedure

Qualification for the Master's program, in addition to the requirements of certain credit points in the fields of economics, business administration, and economic methods, is demonstrated by passing the two stages of the aptitude procedure.

Stage 1 for all applicants: Determination of suitability by means of bachelor's degree grade or procedural grade.

Stage 2 Invitation to a selection interview for applicants who have received less than 25 and more than 15 points.

To the online application