Master's degree in Business - Your specialization in Kassel
From management skills to sustainability expertise—find the master’s program that fits your goals. Practical, research-driven, and right at the heart of the business world.
Business Studies (M.Sc.)
The English-language, flexible Master’s program in Business Administration for aspiring leaders, offering opportunities for individual specialization in:
- FACT: Finance, Accounting, Controlling, and Taxation
- MuM: Management and Marketing
- DiB: Digital Business
European Master in Business Studies (M.A.)
An English-language master’s program with a focus on International Marketing & Sales: You’ll study in four European countries (Italy, France, Germany, Spain) and strengthen your intercultural skills for global career paths.
- Businesses (manufacturing, retail, services)
e.g., management, marketing, business development, or international sales - Business and strategy consulting
e.g., growth, innovation, or internationalization strategies - International organizations & startups
e.g., international project management or developing new business models
Industrial Engineering (M.Sc.)
The perfect blend of management expertise and technical depth.
Digital Innovation and Transformation (M.Sc.)
Focus on digital business models and technological transformations.
- Industrial and technology companies
e.g., project management, digitalization, or technical planning of new processes - IT, software, and digital companies
, e.g., data analysis, digital business models, or AI applications - Business and technology consulting
, e.g., digital transformation and innovation processes
Business Law (LL.M.)
A legal specialization focused on complex economic issues.
Social Law and Social Economy (LL.M.)
Specialize in legal and economic issues in the welfare state, e.g., in labor and social law.
- Businesses & Trade Associations
e.g., compliance, labor law, or contract management - Public Administration & Social Security Agencies
e.g., government agencies, ministries, or public institutions - Social sector & consulting
e.g., social service organizations, charitable associations, NGOs, labor unions
Sustainable Business (M.Sc.)
Focuses on sustainable business models, resource economics, and ecological transformation.
Economic Behavior and Governance (M.Sc.)
An English-language master’s program in economics with a focus on behavioral economics, markets, and institutions.
- Organizational Development & Sustainability Management
e.g., transformation processes, sustainability strategy, or resource management - Business and Policy Consulting
e.g., economic, sustainability, or regulatory issues - Public Institutions, Research & International Organizations
e.g., economic, environmental, or climate policy, as well as market and behavioral research
Economics, Psychology, and Management (M.Sc.)
Focus on human behavior in business, leadership, and organization.
Business Education (M.Ed.)
Specialization in corporate training and continuing education, as well as teaching positions in the business sector or in public schools. In addition, you will choose a second teaching subject or the minor in Corporate Human Resources and Organizational Development.
- Business & Human Resources Management
e.g., recruiting, employee development, or organizational management - Schools, educational, and continuing education institutions
e.g., vocational training, training, or educational management - Management Consulting & Organizational Development
e.g., change processes, leadership development, or teamwork
Why Kassel?
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• Study in the heart of Kassel:
Our campus is centrally located in the city—short distances connect lecture halls, the library, the cafeteria, and the vibrant city life in a green and affordable student town.
• Practical & connected:
Through practical projects, case studies, and close collaboration with companies, institutions, and regional partners, you’ll gain valuable experience and establish professional contacts early on.
• Customized academic path:
Choose from a variety of specializations, combine disciplines, and shape your own career path.
Image: Fiona KörnerFAQ
Not necessarily. Many of our master’s programs are also open to graduates of related or interdisciplinary bachelor’s programs. The key requirement is that you meet the academic prerequisites. These may vary depending on the program. Please contact the respective academic advisors for more information.
Applications must be submitted online via the University of Kassel’s application portal.
Application deadlines and the start of the academic year may vary depending on the program (e.g., winter or summer semester).
Therefore, please check the deadlines and requirements for your desired program well in advance.
In some cases, admission may still be granted subject to certain conditions. Any missing coursework from the bachelor’s program can then be completed during the master’s program. Each application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the admissions process. If you have any questions, please contact the academic advisor for your respective program.