Would you like to help shape the future of companies worldwide? The English-taught Master’s programme in International Business and Leadership (M.A.) at SRH University, with campuses in Heidelberg, Dresden, and Hamburg, prepares you optimally for leadership roles in international companies.
International Business and Leadership
Master of Arts I several study locations | New: Munich in accreditation)
From 2025 also at the Munich campus!
From 2025 also at the Munich campus!
All Facts at a glance
Degree:
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Start:
Summer and winter semester
Model:
full time
Language:
English
ECTS:
120 ECTS
Info:
accredited
Duration:
4 semester
Location:
Dresden,
Hamburg,
Heidelberg,
München
Costs:
starting 690 € per month
your career boost:
International collaborations
your advantage:
Study abroad semester possible
Your career in global management
On the English-language Master's degree programme in International Business and Leadership, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in the key areas of international management, including business, leadership, global finance and operational management. The programme places great emphasis on a practice-oriented approach: case studies, projects and company internships prepare you specifically for management tasks in an international environment. Your communication and leadership skills are strengthened, as are your strategic and operational abilities. Depending on the location and duration of your studies, you will specialise in topics such as strategic management, international business development, financial management, intercultural leadership and human resource management. You will learn how to manage change processes and diversity in companies and develop sustainable business strategies. The programme is complemented by the opportunity to complete a semester or internship abroad to further develop your intercultural skills and gain valuable international experience.
Career in international leadership positions
The Master’s programme prepares you for a wide range of leadership positions. Graduates of this programme work worldwide in international corporations, consultancies, and start-ups. With your degree, the following career paths are open to you:
- International Business Consultant
- Business Development Manager
- Global Marketing Manager
- HR Manager for international teams
- Supply Chain Manager
- Key Account Manager
- Project Manager for international projects
- Management Consultant
This hands-on course equips you to work in dynamic and multicultural environments and to apply your leadership skills effectively.
Your modules
The Master's programme in International Business and Leadership, offered in Heidelberg, Dresden, and Hamburg, equips you for the demands of the global business environment. Initially, you will gain expertise in areas such as Strategic Management, Marketing Management, the Economics of Globalisation, and Business Research Methods.
You will then progress to modules like Introduction to Leadership, Global Finance Management, and Operations Management, where you will enhance your leadership abilities and deepen your understanding of business processes.
A core component of the programme is the internship, providing valuable practical experience, while your studies culminate with the Master's thesis. Elective modules such as Organisational Behaviour and Entrepreneurship allow you to tailor your learning and best prepare for a career in an international setting.
We would be pleased to send you further information. The full curriculum is also available in the material.
Our CORE principle
Apply your skills in real life
Today, soft and social skills are crucial in addition to hard skills and expertise. That's why SRH University's innovative, successful, and award-winning CORE principle promotes independent and active learning so that you can apply your knowledge directly to projects and your future career—for a clear competitive advantage.
Comments on the Master International Business & Leadership
"The Master's programme prepared me for current and future leadership tasks in an international context. I was able to develop my professional and personal skills and feel ready to conquer great challenges."
"More and more general managers have a Master's degree. Due to the increasing globalisation and a demand for good leaders, I would definitely recommend the Master's programme International Business & Leadership to students with clear career goals."
"After having successfully completed my Bachelor's at SRH, I enrolled in the International Business and Leadership Master's Degree. I enjoyed the many different courses and my fellow students all from different international backgrounds."
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