Entrepreneurship (Cooperatiνе)

The M.A. in Entrepreneurship curriculum at Worms University of Applied Sciences is designed to guide students through each stage of the entrepreneurial journey, equipping them with essential knowledge and practical skills for launching, managing, and scaling businesses.

• Semester 1: Foundations of Entrepreneurship
  In the first semester, students gain core entrepreneurial knowledge through modules like "International Entrepreneurship" and "Creativity and Innovation." Courses such as "Strategies of Internationalization," "Business Psychology," and "Leadership and Intercultural Management" foster strategic planning, leadership, and resilience—key skills for startup success.
• Semester 2: Scaling and Specialization
  The second semester focuses on the growth stage of businesses, covering “Management and Marketing of Innovations” and “Managing Family Businesses.” Students dive into intellectual property and corporate finance, essential for scaling. In addition to the core elements of the 2nd semester, students choose one additional specialization from a carefully selected group of elective modules, thus increasing their expertise in their preferred areas.
• Semester 3: Placement Semester
  Students engage in a practical internship, applying their academic knowledge in real-world settings in Germany or abroad. This internship provides valuable professional experience and networking opportunities for a future career in global trade. It is possible to shorten the standard period of study from 4 semesters to 3 semesters by excluding the placement semester. These have to be proven by one of the following options: a) Bachelor's degree of at least 210 ECTS or b) relevant working experience of at least one year after the successful completion of the Bachelor's degree and prior to the commencement of the Master's degree program.
• Semester 4 (or 3): Advanced Development and Entrepreneurship
  In the final semester, students explore “Social Entrepreneurship” and “Corporate Entrepreneurship,” focusing on entrepreneurial practices within larger organizations. The program culminates in a Master’s Thesis, ideally conducted in collaboration with a company, allowing students to apply their skills to practical business challenges.

The Cooperative curriculum mirrors the Classic path but alternates between 12-week academic sessions and 12-week industry placements. This model ensures that students gain hands-on insights and seamlessly apply theoretical learning in corporate environments, integrating entrepreneurial theory with practical experience.