M.Sc. Business Administration and Economics
Photo: Torsten Silz
Part-time Distance Learning
In this degree you will deepen and broaden your understanding of business and economic topics and become qualified to work in task areas with greater levels of responsibility in the private sector or for senior positions in the public sector. Study for a master’s degree in Business Administration and Economics at the FernUniversität in Hagen via distance learning and expand your professional horizons!
Master of Business Administration and Economics: Course Content
From controlling, marketing and risk management in companies to topics such as taxes, stability policy, international finance and environmental economics – the field of economics is extremely diverse and equally relevant for small and medium-sized companies, large corporations and entire economic areas.
The master’s degree in Business Administration and Economics builds on your knowledge from your previous degree in economics. It consists of a compulsory and a compulsory elective part. In the former, you will deepen your knowledge of business mathematics, statistics and accounting. In the compulsory elective part, you have the opportunity to specialize by choosing individual modules to suit your professional expectations. You can choose from a large number of business administration, economics, quantitative and legal modules, from which you can put together your course content almost freely. With the appropriate choice of modules, a specialization in “Management and Controlling,” “Accounting, Finance and Taxation” or “Quantitative Methods and Modeling” can also be shown on your master’s certificate.
Student Testimonial on the M.Sc. in Business Administration and Economics
Photo: FernUniversität
“The great thing about distance learning is that everyone here is really keen to learn. At the FernUni they say: I’m studying for myself! People don’t do it because they have to; they want to!”
Adrian Sauer, M.Sc. in Business Administration and EconomicsFind out more
Career Prospects as a Master of Business Administration and Economics
Possible fields of activity for business economists include:
- Procurement, production, logistics
- Controlling, accounting, finance, taxes, auditing
- Organization, personnel
- Marketing, sales, service, innovation
Your potential employers include:
- Large and medium-sized companies
- Auditing institutes
- Tax consultants
- Credit institutions, banks
- Federal or EU authorities, e.g., market regulatory authorities
- (International) associations and organizations
Of course, a master’s degree in Business Administration and Economics also opens the door to a career in research and teaching. The next step would be a doctorate.
Profile of the Master’s Degree Program in Business Administration and Economics
| Degree: | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
| Type of study | Full-time study, part-time study, part-time distance learning (further education/continuing education), professional qualification with elements of classroom study and online study |
| Study duration: | 4 semesters full-time, part-time studies can be arranged to suit your circumstances |
| Scope: | 120 credit points (ECTS) |
| Start of studies: | Summer semester (April 1) or winter semester (October 1) |
| Enrollment deadlines: | 1 December to 31 January (for the summer semester) 1 June to 31 July (for the winter semester) |
| Costs: | Approx. €1,200 total costs for a full-time course in the standard study period. For part-time studies or a personalized period of study, the total costs increase by a further 60 euros basic fee per semester (plus student body contribution) |
| Certificates | It is also possible to obtain a certificate in this degree program. |
Your benefits at a glance
- Maximum flexibility: You adapt your studies to fit your life – not the other way around.
- Recognized degree: the state-run FernUniversität in Hagen has been offering education at an academic level for around 50 years.
- Good support: The faculties at the FernUniversität in Hagen are particularly committed to providing students with intensive support during their studies.
- Good-value further education: There are no hidden costs involved with distance learning at the FernUniversität in Hagen. You always have full transparency.
- Location-independent & plannable: Modern, digital learning formats, study documents sent by post and much more. The dates for the (few) on-campus events are set well in advance. The campus locations are spread throughout Germany making them easily accessible for everyone.
Want to Know More?
Would you like to find out more about the master’s degree program in Business Administration and Economics as a (part-time) distance-learning course? Then take a look at the degree program web page provided by the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics. Here you will find further information on the structure of the course, the specific course content and the admission requirements.
Things You Should Know about the FernUniversität in Hagen
You can find answers to the most important questions and basic information about studying at the FernUniversität in Hagen here:
-
n terms of student numbers, the FernUniversität in Hagen is the largest state university in Germany . And it is the only state-run distance learning university. FernUni students can obtain an internationally recognized bachelor’s or master’s degree. Compact certificates complement our range. The flexible study system allows you to adapt your studies to suit your life situation. That's why we are exactly the right choice for the following people:
- Working professionals
- People bringing up families
- High school graduates
- Potential students with no high school diploma
- People with disabilities or chronic illnesses
- Students abroad
- Schoolchildren
- Competitive athletes
- Refugees
- Studying While Incarcerated
- Servicemen and women in the Armed Forces
-
No doubt, you have many questions: How does distance learning work? How do I learn? In what format are the exams held? When can I start studying? All the answers are gathered here for our students:
-
The Student Advice Service will help you make your decision about what to study at the FernUniversität. Here you will also find further information on how to organize your distance learning course.
If you have any specific questions about the master’s degree in Business Administration and Economics you can ask the faculty’s Student Advisory Service directly:
- Subject-specific Student Advice
-
You can find out more about the requirements for any degree program by visiting the website of the relevant faculty. For more information about the master’s degree program, please contact the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics.
-
You can find all the relevant information on enrollment at the FernUniversität in Hagen listed here:
-
You can find advice and support close to your home at many locations in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Switzerland. We also believe that helping students to network with other students is of key importance for later success.
