
Management and Economics
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- Winter semester
- Mode of admission:
- local admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at the University
- Study mode:
- On campus
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Study in Tübingen - Management Economics M.Sc.
Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program
Course Description
The M.Sc. in Management and Economics uniquely blends cutting-edge management tools and game-theoretic concepts, focusing on strategic firm behavior and effective business strategies. Students gain in-depth knowledge in managerial economics, personnel economics, and industrial organization while developing analytical skills rooted in game theory and principal-agent theory. Graduates excel in performance measurement, incentive system design, and human capital management.
The M.Sc. program in Management & Economics is designed for individuals with a Bachelor's degree in:
- Economics,
- Business Administration,
- or related fields,
who have solid knowledge in microeconomics and quantitative methods and who wish to deepen their knowledge and apply it to managerial questions.
Special Program Features
Study in one of the best German universities
As one of Germany's esteemed Universities of Excellence, it's no surprise that the University of Tübingen consistently ranks highly in international standings. Its graduates are highly sought after in the realms of research and business, reflecting the university's prestigious reputation.
Enjoy the international environment
The University of Tübingen gives students an opportunity to delve into global issues while experiencing diverse cultures. Hosting thousands of international researchers and students, Tübingen offers a dynamic and multicultural academic environment. With numerous partnerships across various countries, the university serves as the perfect launchpad for international experiences.
Get a head start in the job market compared to your peers
Distinct from many Master's programs in Germany, the M.Sc. Management and Economics at the University of Tübingen offers a concise yet thorough and high-quality curriculum that can be completed in under two years. This accelerated 3-semester program allows graduates to enter the German job market faster than their counterparts in more traditional 4-semester programs.
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Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in “Management and Economics” are:
Previous degree (or equivalent) to
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Related fields
Minimum ECTS points required:
- 210*
* The degree should preferably amount to 210 ECTS. Students entering with a 3-year Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS credits) are required to earn 30 additional ECTS credits to obtain a Master's degree.
GPA of at least 2.5 or better according to the German grading system.
The final grades of international applicants will be converted into the German grading system and therefore also be subject to this rule.
This is a consecutive M.Sc. program and requires applicants to have solid intermediary knowledge in:
- microeconomics, and
- quantitative methods.
Applicants should thus have taken courses in math, statistics, and econometrics (roughly 10% of their undergraduate degree) and courses in microeconomics and applied microeconomics (roughly 10% of their undergraduate degree) to be able to follow the courses in this M.Sc. program successfully.
The admission committee will review your transcript to verify if these requirements are met.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.
Application & Admission
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Application Documents
A certificate stating that the applicant has successfully completed a first university degree or a certificate (or equivalent documents) providing evidence of the successful completion of at least the year prior to his/her final examination in the equivalent studies
Complete Transcript of Records with a final grade or calculated grade average. Transcripts of Records containing generic module titles (such as Business Administration I, II and III) should be accompanied by detailed module descriptions
CV in tabular format in English or German
The letter of motivation (LOM) should explain your reasons for applying for this degree and outline your qualifications for it. The LOM should be no more than a page and can be composed in English or German.
Further documents proving specific qualifications relevant to the desired course of study may be submitted. Examples of these additional documents are, among others, proof of additional foreign language skills, results of standardized tests specific to the fields of Business and Economics (such as GRE or GMAT) and certificates of participation in summer schools or research projects that are not documented in the applicant's academic transcript. Please note that neither a GMAT nor a GRE are a prerequisite for any of our M.Sc. programs but that they may serve as an indication that the applicant possesses a certain skill set.
Note: It is not compulsory to send reference letters. However, if you wish to hand in reference letters, you can do so voluntarily.
The admissions committee will evaluate incoming applications to ensure they meet entry requirements and subsequently rank applicants based on their undergraduate grades and other relevant criteria.
The admission committee selects top candidates for interviews, an essential part of the selection process. Invitations are emailed at least three days before the interview. Successful candidates will receive their admission letter within 1-3 weeks following the interview.
Testimonials
Man&Eco perfectly resumes my bachelor's degree from Tübingen. As an international student interested in research, this program is an excellent choice
The program offers the unique opportunity to study microeconomics combined with latest management tools. The strong focus on research prepared me perfectly for my empirical master thesis and my upcoming doctoral studies.
I can strongly recommend this master's program in Tübingen. It offered me the choice between a lot of highly interesting courses and prepared me for interdisciplinary research in an excellent way.
The program teaches profound analytical skills, which are also sought after by many employers. Due to the many connections of the faculty, I had the chance to learn how our academic work translates into consulting practice.
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