UNIVERSITY OF MÜNSTER · GERMANY
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Business Development
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
24 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 120 ECTSScope
- 4 semestersDuration
- EnglishLanguage of Instruction
- Optional semester abroad at 75+ partner universitiesInternational Opportunities
- Focus on practical application and business plan developmentHands-on Experience
- Double accreditation (AACSB and AQAS)Quality Assurance
The Master of Science in Business Development at the University of Münster is a unique and ambitious program designed to equip you with the skills to tackle future business challenges. This program prepares you for founding your own start-up or developing existing ones, as well as for senior management positions in various industries, consulting, and private equity. You will gain extensive job opportunities and benefit from a strong theoretical foundation combined with practical experience through the REACH EUREGIO Start-up Center, working on real cases and developing business plans. The program emphasizes personal development, including enhanced team competence, communication, and negotiation skills, through intercultural exchange with international peers. Small class sizes ensure close supervision from lecturers, providing individual guidance throughout your studies. The curriculum offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your specialization through a wide range of elective modules in areas like marketing and finance, enabling you to create a distinct professional profile.
Curriculum
The study program consists of 120 ECTS, typically completed in 4 semesters. Each individual module is worth 6 ECTS, with the exception of seminar papers (12 ECTS each) and the master's thesis (30 ECTS). A semester abroad is recommended but not mandatory.
- Year 1
- Compulsory Modules
- Elective Modules (e.g., Marketing, Finance)
- Working on a business plan
- Year 2
- Compulsory Modules
- Elective Modules
- Seminar Paper
- Master Thesis
Careers
This Master's program lays a strong foundation for a successful career entry, preparing graduates for management positions in business and administration, consulting roles, or entrepreneurship in start-ups and private equity. Alumni are highly sought after in national and international companies.
- Senior Management positions
- Start-up Founder
- Business Developer
- Management Consultant
- Private Equity roles
- General Management
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition fees for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
- Tuition fees for this Master's program are not specified. As a public university in Germany, the University of Münster typically does not charge tuition fees for Master's programs for domestic or international students, but this should be verified.
- How long does the Master of Science in Business Development program take to complete?
- The program consists of 120 ECTS and is typically completed in 4 semesters (2 years). The Master's thesis is worth 30 ECTS.
- What is the language of instruction for this program?
- The language of instruction for the Master of Science in Business Development program is English.
- What are the application deadlines for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
- The application period for the Winter Semester intake (October) is from the beginning of May to July 15th. Applications should be submitted through the University's official application portal.
- What are the entry requirements for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
- Applicants need a completed Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 120 ECTS. Proof of English language proficiency at a B2 level is also required.
- What career opportunities are available after completing the M.Sc. in Business Development?
- Graduates can pursue roles in senior management, business development, management consulting, or entrepreneurship as start-up founders. Alumni are sought after by national and international companies.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeA completed Bachelor's degree program from a German or foreign university with a minimum of 120 ECTS. Specific ECTS requirements apply to different tracks within Data Science if applicable, but for Business Development, a general Bachelor's degree is stated.
English Language ProficiencyB2 level
While the primary program is Business Development, supporting pages detail specific admission requirements for Data Science tracks (Mathematical and Computational, Data Science in Physics, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical) which include specific ECTS in mathematics, computer science, statistics, physics, chemistry, etc. Applicants for these tracks may need to submit an additional self-disclosure form. For non-German speaking applicants, German language proficiency (DSH) may be required if they did not obtain their university entrance qualification from a German-speaking institution.
Fees
Tuition (international)No international tuition fees are listed for this program.
Tuition (home)No home/domestic tuition fees are listed for this program.
LivingNo estimated living costs are provided.
Tuition fees and living costs are not specified on the provided pages. As a public university in Germany, there are typically no tuition fees for Master's programs for both domestic and international students, but this should be verified.
How to apply
1. Submit ApplicationApply via the University’s official application portal: studienbewerbung.uni-muenster.de/bewerbungsportal/
2. Upload DocumentsUpload all required documents to the application portal.
Scholarships
ProTalent Scholarship€300 per month
Accreditation
The School of Business and Economics holds dual accreditation from AACSB and AQAS, with less than five percent of business schools worldwide holding the AACSB seal of quality.
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition fees for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
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Tuition fees for this Master's program are not specified. As a public university in Germany, the University of Münster typically does not charge tuition fees for Master's programs for domestic or international students, but this should be verified.
How long does the Master of Science in Business Development program take to complete?
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The program consists of 120 ECTS and is typically completed in 4 semesters (2 years). The Master's thesis is worth 30 ECTS.
What is the language of instruction for this program?
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The language of instruction for the Master of Science in Business Development program is English.
What are the application deadlines for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
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The application period for the Winter Semester intake (October) is from the beginning of May to July 15th. Applications should be submitted through the University's official application portal.
What are the entry requirements for the M.Sc. in Business Development?
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Applicants need a completed Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 120 ECTS. Proof of English language proficiency at a B2 level is also required.
What career opportunities are available after completing the M.Sc. in Business Development?
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Graduates can pursue roles in senior management, business development, management consulting, or entrepreneurship as start-up founders. Alumni are sought after by national and international companies.