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International Management & Information Systems M.A.

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International Management & Information Systems M.A.

Master programme International Management & Information Systems

Optimize your business, management, and IT skills by boosting your leadership roles in a tech-based globalized economy. Study International Management & Information Systems (IMIS) and discover your potentials!

At a glance

What? English-language degree course where IT-related subjects are coupled with key Business Administration competencies

For whom? Designed for business, business informatics, economics graduates

Why? Prepare for future leadership roles considering the requirements of modern information and communication systems

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The International Management & Information Systems study programme at a glance
Application Period for the Summer Semester: from 15 May to 15 November 2024 (Non-EU students) or 1 December 2024 to 31 January 2025 (EU students).

More Information about the Application Procedure

Admission: NC-free

This study programme has no admission restriction.
Proof of a language qualification is required.

More Information about the Requirements

Degree

Master of Arts (M.A.)
90 ECTS

Type of study

Full-time study

Beginning / Duration of course

Beginning: every summer semester (April)

Course duration: 3 study semesters (standard period), 90 credit points

Place of study

Campus Soest Maiblüten

Soest campus & Online (2nd semester)

Location Portrait Soest

Contributions and fees

Language of instruction

English

Before starting your studies -
Requirements & application procedure

Requirements

The study programme is NC-free, which means that there are no admission restrictions. Only the following points need to be proven.*

  • 210 ECTS from previous Bachelor’s or Master’s study programs, of which at least 180 credits must be from a completed Bachelor’s study course in Business, Business Informatics, Economics or similar field of study with a cumulative grade of at least equal to the German grade “Good” (2.5) or the relative ECTS grade A or B.
  • Proof of language qualification: current TOEFL score of at least 575 (paper-based), 232 (computer-based), 91 (internet based); IELTS Academic band 6.5 (minimum band of 6.0 is required for reading and writing).
  • Information sytem to recognise foreign qualifications Visit the Information sytem to recognise foreign qualifications (anabin - only german content)

*Only the German version of the Examination Regulations is legally binding.

Application for Summer Semester

When applying for the Master’s study program International Management & Information Systems (IMIS), please make sure to choose the suitable application procedure for you. Applicants from Germany and the EU countries (including Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway) should apply via the university portal. Applicants from Non-EU countries should apply via uni-assist.

Application for Winter Semester

The programme only starts in Summer Semester.

external content (Youtube) IMIS Community

What will the course be like?
In the video Reshma, Muzammil and Yamna talk about their experiences with the study programme.

Who is the study course International Management & Information Systems aimed at?

International Management & Information Systems (IMIS) builds on a four years Bachelor’s degree (consists of at least 210 ECTS) in business, business informatics, economics, or similar field of studies. The program is aimed at developing students' knowledge in business, management, and IT.

Target Group

The program is designed for business, business informatics, economics graduates who are seeking first-hand experience in business, management, and IT throughout the study program in a blended learning environment. In the second semester, students have the advantage to choose their desired career path either in business management, or IT, or a combination of both by selecting external options such as internship, study abroad, elective modules. Therefore, a total of 90 ECTS are spread across 3 semesters, resulting in a rational distribution of workload in the respective semesters.

Ankerpunkt

What career prospects does International Management & Information Systems offer?

The objective of the IMIS Master’s study is to prepare students for future leadership roles considering the requirements of modern information and communication systems. Along with the further development of expert knowledge, a core objective is the development of self-management, social, and methodological competencies.

The intercultural experience & diversity of IMIS is really unique: Students come as foreigners and leave with friends from all over the world. Personal and intensive support from lecturers and staff as well as great job opportunities by integrating management and IT and practical experiences into the studies has made IMIS an exceptional Master’s study program. You are warmly welcome – come and join us!

Prof. Dr. Valerie Wulfhorst (IMIS Course Director)

How is the study course structured?

The Master’s program International Management & Information Systems (IMIS) prepares students for leadership roles in a globalized economy where the intelligent use of IT systems is becoming a critical success factor. Therefore, the English-language degree course is meeting this demand by offering a two-fold qualification where IT-related subjects are coupled with key Business Administration competencies.

State-of-the-art technologies allow for exclusive distance-learning opportunities and an optional integrated study abroad or practical experience (internship) semester provides students with additional career prospects.

The program has a standard period of study of three semesters starting in the summer semester, a volume of 90 credits, and comprises a Master's project consisting of a Master's thesis (16 credits) and a colloquium (4 credits). (See more in Program Structure)

Content of the study course

This study program focuses on the areas of “Management” and “Information Systems” where the graduates acquire comprehensive knowledge, experiences, and skills both in the individual areas of the integrated management approach (Business Marketing Management, Corporate Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Management Accounting & Finance) and in the information-related and strategy-oriented IT courses (Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Information Management, E-Business).

Simultaneously, the relationship between IT and management will be addressed by dealing with the management of IT resources as well as the potential of IT as an enabler of new business models and management approaches.

A distinct international environment is ensured by the full implementation of the English language and the associated diversified multicultural student group as well as the corresponding design of the modules.

Curriculum International Management & Information Systems M.A.*

1st SemesterBusiness Marketing ManagementCorporate Entrepreneurship & InnovationJournal ClubBusiness IntelligenceE-BusinessInformation Management
2nd SemesterManagement Accounting & FinanceVirtual/Intercultural CommunicationEnterprise Resource PlanningElectives:

Choose from:
Advanced International Economics,
Product and Process Management,
International Studies I: Global Business,
International Studies II: Information Systems,
IS Project
Optional:

Practical Experience/
Internship in a company
Optional:

Study abroad
3rd SemesterManagement CommunicationResearch MethodsMaster’s Project:
Final Thesis and Colloquium
*Only the German version of the Examination Regulations is legally binding

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Compulsory
Optional: Choose the option that matches with your skills

Info Sessions / Welcome Days

Online Info-Session about the Study Program International Management and Information Systems

  • March 4th 2024, 01.00 p.m. – 02.00 p.m. (MET)
  • May 7th 2024, 01.30 p.m. – 02.30 p.m. (MET)
  • July 1st 2024, 02.00 p.m. – 03.00 p.m. (MET)

More Information about the Info-Session
Soest campus | 13.06.2024
Study Course Speed Dating

Short presentation of the Soest degree programmes followed by personal advice from professors and staff on each programme.

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Welcome Days

For a comfortable and successful start to your studies, we provide you with various orientation sessions and support services.

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Further Information on International Management & Information Systems M.A.

Program Structure and Qualification Goals

Examination Regulations and Module Descriptions

for International Management & Information Systems M.A.

Center for Business Education - BE!

The Center for Business Education - BE! coordinates different education and research activities on the Soest campus which have two characteristics: they support business activities and are internationally focused.

Program Coordinator
Asif Shahriar
Address

Lübecker Ring 2
59494 Soest
Room: 04.107

Postal address

Postfach 1465
59474 Soest