Business PF

Human Resources Management (M.Sc.)

Our master's program HRM is based upon the three pillars theory, practice and research. On the one hand, we base our education on a profound scientific approach. On the other hand our students have to transfer their learnings from classroom to practice in projects with companies. In the third core area students synthesize their theoretical knowledge and professional experience in applied research in cooperation with our Institute for Human Resources Research.

Our three-semester master's program provides a strong qualification in the field of Human Resources Management (HRM). A certain propotion of courses are taught in German language, excellent German language skills are required.
And what makes our master's program HRM unique? We focus on interdisciplinarity to prepare graduates for the business reality in HR. We welcome a personally and professionally diverse student body, so besides Business Administration, our students hold Bachelor degrees in Psychology, Pedagogics, Law and Sociology.

At a glance

Program

full-time study program with 90 ECTS in three semesters including master’s thesis

Profile    

Combination of a theoretical as well as practical approach and applied research    

Language of instruction

German (Level D), English (Level B2)

Application Deadline

June 15th 

Application and Admission Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree or equivalent first degree from a full university or university of applied sciences: in business administration, psychology, pedagogics, law, sociology or a degree program with a similar focus.

Tuition Fees

Administrative costs, fees for the student id card and a contribution to the student body. No tuition fee for German students, EU or EEA nationals and students with a German university entrance qualification. For other international students: tuition fee of 1,500 euros per semester in Baden-Wuerttemberg.

Contents and specifics

The program imparts theoretical fundamentals and practical expertise. It is based on an innovative teaching and learning concept that focuses on small groups, interactive learning and the direct application of knowledge to research or practice. Courses are taught by professors who combine their professional experience with the latest research.

Due to the combination of management and psychology, pedagogics, law and sociology contents the program prepares for leading positions and expert functions in HR Management. With these fundamental competencies graduates are well equipped for future jobs.

Starting in the first semester, the program offers students course options. By choosing your preferences, you can leave a personal mark on your studies depending on your interest and career destination (for example the field of elective subjects as well as practice and research projects). Even on an international level, if you wish: There is the option of spending the third semester abroad. Business School Pforzheim has a high-ranking network of partner universities around the world.

The standard period of study is three semesters, including the master’s thesis.
The clearly structured and well organized program ensures quality and reliability. Additionally, it creates flexibility within modules (for example company projects or research modules).

The combination of traditional classroom training with blended-learning leads to an integrated framework of learning. Inverted classroom as well as action-based learning are integrated in a seamless learning concept. The "InnovationSpace" with its creative working environment inspires students to creative thinking and experimenting.

The culture of Business School Pforzheim is driven by personal communication and cooperation. Small groups of 25 students enable close contact with fellow students. For this reason the working atmosphere is characterized by interdisciplinarity and interculturality. 

Our Business School is Germany's first AACSB-accredited University of Applied Sciences. This international accreditation confirms the high quality of teaching and research, the consistent striving for improvement and a culture of continuous improvement.