SRH University

International Business and Leadership

Master of Arts I several study locations | New: Munich in accreditation)

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.

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All Facts at a glance
Degree:
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Start:
1st april, 1st october
Model:
full time
Language:
English
ECTS:
120 ECTS
Info:
accredited
Duration:
4 semester
Location:
Dresden, Hamburg, Heidelberg, München, Fuerth
Costs:
starting 690 € per month
your career boost:
International collaborations
your advantage:
Study abroad semester possible
Learning content of your Master's programme

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 after your Master's degree

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.

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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.

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Study options and locations

Depending on your location, you can flexibly choose between different study models:

  • Heidelberg: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS
  • Dresden: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS, with flexible study options and focus (Healthcare Management)
  • Hamburg: 4 semesters, 120 ECTS, with flexible study options and focus (Sustainability Management)
Our CORE principle
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. 

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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."
Angelo Rokossa | Team Leader PMSG Potsdam Marketing & Service GmbH
"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."
Marco Bensen | General Manager Meliá Düsseldorf am Hofgraben
Katia studiert International Management and Leadership an der SRH Hochschule Heidelberg
"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."
Katia Lucia Scombussolo
Costs

Smart financing

As a state-recognised private university, SRH University is financed by tuition fees. The fees go towards equipping our campuses, providing services for our students, and ensuring quality assurance. This way, we ensure you receive the best possible education under optimal study conditions. 

Tuition fees 

Nationality | EU/EEA (incl. Switzerland, Western Balkans and Ukraine)

  • Heidelberg: 770 € / month
  • Dresden and Hamburg: 690 € / month

Citizenship | non-EU/EEA: €5,500 / semester

The monthly/semester tuition fees remain the same for the entire duration of the study programme. A one-off enrolment fee of €750 (EU/EEA) or €1,000 (non-EU/EEA) is to be paid once. 

Goal-oriented studies require good organisational skills and solid financial planning on how to pay rent, living costs, and tuition fees. Various financing options, such as educational loans or scholarship programmes, are available for students. 
 
We have summarised all financing options for you. 

Admission requirements and application

Admission

You can apply at any time via our  online portal We will then check your application documents and invite you to a personal interview. 

To apply for the Master's degree programme in International Business & Leadership , you will need

University degree, e.g. bachelor's degree, diploma

  • Bachelors degree in the field of business OR
  • Bachelors degree in another field + at least 6 months of relevant professional experience in the field of business/management
  • Letter of motivation
  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae with a current passport photo
  • Copy of your identity card or passport 
Admission requirements in detail
Application process

 
We look forward to welcoming you to SRH University. This is what our application process looks like: 

  1. You submit your online application via the SRH application portal
  2. If you meet the admission requirements, we will invite you to a personal/phone interview
  3. If the interview is successful, you will receive an acceptance letter and the study contract
  4. You sign the study contract and send it back to us
  5. You pay the enrolment fee
  6. You will receive your letter of admission
  7. You take part in our Welcome Week and then you are good to go! 
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