These are the admission requirements for the Master's programme in Human Resource Management

We offer the Master's in Human Resource Management in 2 variants: the shortened 60 ECTS variant lasts for 2 semesters in full-time studies. The 120 ECTS variant lasts for 4 semesters in full-time studies.

For the 120 ECTS variant in 4 semesters, the following requirements apply:

• You have a first degree with a focus on economics or business administration with a final grade of at least "satisfactory".
• If your degree has a different focus, you can be admitted through a Master's entrance examination.

For the shortened 60 ECTS variant, the following requirements apply:

• You have a first degree with a final grade of at least "satisfactory".
• If your first degree is 180 ECTS, you take courses amounting to 30 ECTS and provide evidence of at least 1 year of relevant work experience. Alternatively, you provide evidence of at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• If your degree is 210 ECTS, you provide evidence of at least 1 year of qualified work experience. This work experience must have been gained after your studies.
• If your degree is 240 ECTS, which is the case for many diploma degrees, you also provide evidence of 1 year of qualified work experience in addition to the degree.

If you opt for the English-language variant, you must also demonstrate your English language skills. For example, you can prove your English language skills through a TOEFL (minimum of 80 points), IELTS (minimum Level 6), a passed Duolingo English test (minimum of 105 points), a Cambridge certificate (minimum overall grade of B), or an equivalent qualification. Alternatively, you can take an English course free of charge directly at IU International University.

Study Contents & Modules: This is the Study Schedule for the Master's Programme in Human Resource Management

The Master's programme at IU International University is modular. A module typically consists of 5 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an examination, such as an exam or a written assignment. You complete your Master's step by step – and even largely determine when you want to complete each module.

In the 60-ECTS variant, you can structure your study plan in full-time studies as follows:

• 1st Semester: Human Resource Management I, Human Resource Management II, Employer Branding and Recruiting, Talent Management and Personnel Development, People Analytics and Big Data, Research Methodology
• 2nd Semester: International HR Management Seminar, Elective Module A, Master's Thesis

You can choose your specialization from these topics: Occupational Health Management, Change Management and Agility, Diversity Management, Human Performance Communication and Coaching, Concepts of Work and Organizational Psychology, Personality Psychology and Diagnostic Methods, Employment Law.

In the 120-ECTS variant, you could structure your curriculum in full-time studies as follows:

• 1st Semester: Human Resource Management I, Human Resource Management II, Strategic Management, Research Methodology, Individual Employment Law, Current Topics in Collective Employment Law
• 2nd Semester: Applied Statistics, Employer Branding and Recruiting, Talent Management and Personnel Development, Personnel Management Project, Leadership, New Work
• 3rd Semester: People Analytics and Big Data, International HR Management Seminar, Elective Module A, Elective Module B
• 4th Semester: Master's Thesis

In the 120-ECTS variant, you choose a total of 2 in-depth subjects according to your interests.

You select your first specialization module from these topics: Human Performance Communication, Coaching Change Management, Agility, Personality Psychology, Diagnostic Methods, Concepts of Work and Organizational Psychology, Occupational Health Management, Diversity Management.

You select your second specialization module from these topics: Human Performance Communication, Coaching Change Management, Agility, Personality Psychology, Diagnostic Methods, Concepts of Work and Organizational Psychology, Occupational Health Management, Diversity Management, E-Commerce, Performance-Oriented Controlling, Health Care Management A, Health Care Management B, Real Estate Management, International Management, International Marketing and Branding, International Accounting and Finance, IT Management, Communication and Public Relations Management, Consulting, Project Management, Sales Management, Strategic Financial Management, Strategic Hotel Management, Strategic Air Transport Management, Strategic Marketing and Branding, Strategic Service Management, Supply Chain Management, Economics.

Study Concept: This is how the part-time study programme in Human Resource Management at IU works

The online study programme in Human Resource Management at IU International University can be tailored flexibly to fit your life and daily routine as best suits you. For example, you can choose from 3 study models: In the full-time programme, it takes a total of 2 semesters or 4 semesters to complete the Master's degree, depending on the study variant. In part-time programme I, you study for 3 or 6 semesters until completion. Or you opt for part-time programme II and take 4 or 8 semesters to complete the Master's.

With each module registration, you will receive study materials from IU in the form of printed study booklets. All materials are also available digitally. The IU Interactive Books are innovative study scripts enriched with video clips and quiz questions at the end of each lesson. Depending on the module, study materials are supplemented with podcasts, live tutorials, and video content in the form of so-called Shortcasts. You can access the IU Interactive Books via the practical IU Learn app.

In many modules, virtual teaching events are also offered, allowing you to interactively engage with your classmates and lecturers.

Particularly convenient and flexible is the option to take module exams in the form of online exams. You can take an online exam 24/7, 7 days a week – whenever you feel optimally prepared for the exam, for example, in construction. Additionally, we operate around 40 exam centres in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland where you can also take your exams in the traditional way on-site.