European Film Business and Law (MBA | LLM)
A joint MBA and LLM programme blending legal and business expertise for professionals in the European film and TV industry.
Best for:Best for professionals with a legal or business background seeking to specialise in the European film and TV industry, combining legal expertise with business strategy.
Overview
This dual-degree programme at the University of Potsdam, in collaboration with Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF, offers a Master of Laws (LLM) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused on the European film and TV industry. Designed for working professionals, it combines online learning with intensive in-person modules in Potsdam, allowing students to balance work and study. The curriculum covers legal frameworks, business economics, leadership, and project-based learning with industry partners. Graduates gain specialised knowledge in both legal and business aspects of the audiovisual sector, preparing them for leadership roles in sustainable industry growth.
What you'll do
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the European audiovisual and entertainment industry from both legal and business perspectives.
- Engage in interdisciplinary learning through joint modules covering legal frameworks, business economics, and leadership strategies.
- Complete specialised modules in the second half of the programme, choosing between MBA or LLM tracks or pursuing a double degree.
- Participate in practical project work with corporate partners or employers, addressing real-world challenges in the film and TV industry.
- Write and defend a master’s thesis on a topic related to film business or law.
- Attend intensive in-person modules in Potsdam for networking and collaborative learning.
- Engage with industry experts and expand professional networks within the European film and TV sector.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed higher education degree with at least 180 credit points (e.g., Bachelor's in Law, Economics, or Business Administration). For LLM applicants, a degree in law or economics/business administration is required; for MBA applicants, any degree is acceptable.
Degree offered: Master of Laws (LLM) and/or Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Language: English proficiency at C1 level (e.g., TOEFL iBT 95, IELTS Academic 7, PTE Academic 76, or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Proven professional experience of at least one year in a relevant field (for both MBA and LLM tracks).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to legal and business contexts.
- Ability to manage work and study simultaneously due to the programme’s flexible, part-time structure.
- No German language skills required.
- Applicants must meet the specific degree requirements for either the MBA or LLM track.
- Professional experience of at least one year is mandatory for both tracks.
- Open to applicants from all countries.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-07-31
Applicants must submit their application via email to cas@epi.media. The application process includes providing academic transcripts, proof of professional experience, language proficiency certificates, and a motivation letter. Additional documents may be required depending on the chosen track (MBA or LLM).
- Completed higher education degree certificate with at least 180 ECTS credits
- Proof of at least one year of professional activity
- Proof of English proficiency (C1 level)
- Motivation letter
- CV/resume
- Two letters of recommendation (if applicable)
- Passport or ID copy
Contact
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