Master of Arts in International Cultural and Business Studies
An interdisciplinary Master's programme combining business, economics, cultural studies, and foreign languages.
Best for:Students with a background in business or cultural studies seeking an interdisciplinary, internationally-oriented Master's degree.
Overview
The Master of Arts in International Cultural and Business Studies at the University of Passau is an interdisciplinary programme designed for students interested in the intersection of global business, economics, and cultural dynamics. Students gain expertise in intercultural management, comparative cultural studies, and international economics while developing proficiency in two foreign languages. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through project work and offers specialized tracks across five distinct cultural regions. Graduates are prepared for diverse international careers in sectors such as marketing, human resources, tourism, and public administration, or for further doctoral research.
What you'll do
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework covering business, economics, and cultural studies.
- Develop proficiency in two foreign languages through specialized training tracks.
- Participate in hands-on, practice-oriented project work related to international business or cultural analysis.
- Conduct independent research for the Master's thesis within a chosen cultural or business module.
- Collaborate in intercultural settings to develop leadership, project management, and communication skills.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a field with a cultural studies and business/economics focus (standard 3-year duration).
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (B2 required); English (no minimum level specified).
Instruction: German, English, and various regional languages (Chinese, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, etc.).
- Minimum 40 ECTS credits in business administration or economics.
- Minimum 40 ECTS credits in a cultural studies or related subject.
- Academic performance ranking in the top 50% of the cohort or a grade of 2.5 or better (German system).
- German language proficiency at B2 level (official certificate required).
- Applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate degree.
- Must meet specific ECTS credit requirements in business/economics and cultural studies.
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- Language proficiency certificates
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